PMI enabled CAD models

[[Ri...]]

Who is currently using PMI enabled CAD models for programming?

I feel I am late getting into PMI, and we are just now moving in that direction.

I am also working with Discus ballooning software for 2D prints and now testing out a trial license for PMI, any users using Discus and PMI, please chime in with any tips, hints or suggestions.

Thank you.

P.s.

Should we start a PMI Forum section?

[[na...]]

We aren't using it yet, but look forward to.

 

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That's a great idea.

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 are you in?

[[Ca...]]

Hello, 

If you're looking for any resources as you're getting started, here is a quick, free Webinar that shows an overview:  Registration

There is also an e-learning that can be found here: ZEISS Portal

 

[[Jo...]]

What CAD software does your company use for design?

[[Ma...]]

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Sounds good, will talk to the Forum Admin when she's back from vacation.

[[Ri...]]

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If this is directed at me, primarily Creo (prt) which are converted to either SolidWorks and or Step.

So far when working with Discus, a prt file gave us the best PMI information. The step format AP242 was terrible in Discus.

AP242 seems to be ok with PMI information in Calypso less if you save the file within Calypso it loses the PMI information.

I don't think v2022 or earlier is capable of exporting AP242 files.

[[Jo...]]

Glad you are having better luck than we are. We use NX at my company, and it is like pulling teeth to get data to transfer. 

I was told a JT file gives the best import results to Calypso, but I found that an NX converter add-on in Calypso is giving "better" results. These results are still not enough, as they only generate linear dimensions for me so far.

From what I can tell Calypso still needs a lot of improvement in this department.

I hope you have better luck on your end. I appreciate you sharing any additional insight from your findings. 

[[Ri...]]

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