CMM Fixtures Imported CAD file and choosen base plate Application of support points Applied support points and clamps Automatically processed fixture Imported Fixture project in MiCAT PLanner part programming software FixtureBuilder Software Fixturing kits The free of charge software FixtureBuilder enables the user to easily plan and set up his CMM fixture in just a few minutes. Repeatable fixturing has never been easier and at a better price performance ratio. FixtureBuilder is a software tool that allows users to create virtual clamping fixtures quickly and easily. Users can choose whether to set the virtual fixture up manually or to allow the software’s "AutoMode” to perform the task. The interactive “AutoMode” operating mode guides the user step by to step to a finalized clamping fixture. Only very few data need to be input, for example the choice of component to be clamped or the position and type of contact and tensioning points. This data is sufficient to enable FixtureBuilder to independently create a complete clamping fixture. FixtureBuilder advantages • Fixture building by mouse click • Ideal for online programming with e.g., MiCAT Planner • Parts list with material overview • Documented structure • Assembly instruction for each column • Alpha numeric column positioning coordinates according to base plate markings • Automatic weight determination • Multiple data formats for file data import and export FixtureBuilder software allows data to be imported in Acis (*.sat), Iges (*.igs) and Step (*.stp) formats. The export functions it offers include Hoops file (*.hsf), A, 3d PDF (*.pdf) and Acis Files (*.sat). Available integrated in Mitutoyo’s MCOSMOS CMM software, or as a free standalone version, FixtureBuilder allows data to be processed in all MCOSMOS import formats. The fixture design can be imported into the measuring software, either on its own or complete with component, and thus be used for offline programming of the coordinate measuring machine. The import works too with any compatible 3rd party CMM software. Online part programming, for e.g., with part program generating software MiCAT Planner, is even easier by importing the fixture and part data directly into the software. A parts list report with assembly instructions is available in various output formats for the assembly of the real fixture created in FixtureBuilder. The 3D function in PDF format is especially practical as it allows limitless variations on the view of the fixture model in the PDF document. The virtual design can therefore be examined from all possible views and positions. Import data in • Acis (*.sat) file format • Iges (*.igs) file format • Step (*.stp) file format Save fixture report in • PDF file format (3D option) • HTML file format • CSV file format Save fixture data in • HOOPS (.hsf) file format • 3D PDF (.pdf) file format • ACIS (.sat) file format All products to be sold to commercial customers. Product illustrations are without obligation. Product descriptions, in particular any and all technical specifications, are only binding when explicitly agreed upon. 569
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