Tag

2023-05-15

Guides (more info)

Self-study

2023

Different types of 3D elements in IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

IRONCAD is in many ways an incredibly versatile 3D CAD system. There are several "parallel" types of 3D objects to use, more than in most other 3D CAD systems....

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2023-05-11

Other

2023

Access to large user forum for IronCAD DCS in case of support contract

Level of knowledge:

For those who have an active support contract for IronCAD DCS, we would like to inform you that you also have access to a large IRONCAD forum with users all over the world....

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2023-05-08

DDM

Installation and troubleshooting

2023

Troubleshooting a VPN connection to the DDM server

Level of knowledge:

DDM uses three different connection methods. This post covers each method and how to diagnose and fix problems with each method.

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2023-05-07

Installation and troubleshooting

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2023

How do I reset the interface with all buttons and menus to default (delete XML files)?

Level of knowledge:

From 2023 onwards‍. Find a free field in the toolbars (in this case we are under the Feature tab)...

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2023-05-04

IC Mechanical

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2023

How to add own values in IC Mechanical?

Level of knowledge:

Library Data Manager is a program to check and change values of IC Mechanical's standard components (Screws, nuts, beams etc)...

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2023-04-27

CAXA (EXB)

2023

What is the difference between Model and Layout in IRONCAD Draft (CAXA)?

Level of knowledge:

When you import 2D DWG or DXF drawings to the cross section (sketch) in IRONCAD or when you open them in Draft (CAXA) you can choose between two tabs; Model and Layout. What is the difference between these two?

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2023-04-18

3D Scene (ICS)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2023

Send summary with external links or create a new revision of a summary

Level of knowledge:

If you are sending a summary containing externally linked files or if you are creating a new revision of a summary, you can use this trick...

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2023-04-11

2D Drawing (ICD)

CAXA (EXB)

2023

Creating Bulk Drawing templates in IRONCAD and CAXA Draft

Level of knowledge:

Bulk Drawing in IRONCAD helps you to quickly create many drawings with only a few clicks. The tool uses drawing templates that you have customized (with e.g. Front View Definition)...

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2023-04-06

Other

2023

Happy Easter

Level of knowledge:

We at Solidmakarna want to wish you a very Happy Easter. Take care of yourselves out there eat lots of candy, good food or take the opportunity to immerse yourself in IRONCAD...

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2023-04-04

Sheet Metal

3D scene

2023

Twisted sheet metal on a drawing? Get it right with Front View Definition

Level of knowledge:

We are sometimes asked in support how to correct a plate that is twisted on the drawing. To adjust this, you can use the Front View Definition tool.

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2023-03-31

DDM

Self-study

2023

DDM Import Manager - Efficient Import of CAD files into DDM

Level of knowledge:

Means

DDM The CAD Import tool now also works for bulk import of IRONCADfiles...

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2023-03-31

DDM

Self-study

2023

DDM CAD Rename Manager - Efficient management of CAD files in DDM

Level of knowledge:

Means

With CAD Rename Manager, there is now a smoother interface for managing file names and linkages between files in DDM...

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2023-03-29

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2023

What is Live Update and how do I disable it?

Level of knowledge:

Live Update or IronCAD Update Utility is a software used to download updates to IronCAD DCS automatically...

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2023-03-23

Other

2023

Image gallery of constructions made in IRONCAD and rendered in KeyShot

Level of knowledge:

We have built an image gallery where we showcase our customers' products that are designed in IRONCAD and rendered in KeyShot...

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2023-03-23

3D Scene (ICS)

2023

Apply thread information to (imported holes)

Level of knowledge:

When importing solid models into v2023 that also have a lot of holes, it is now easy to add thread information to these holes via the Cosmetic Threads tool under the Annotation tab....

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2023-03-16

Other

2023

Support for new KeyShot 2023 in PU1 for IronCAD DCS 2023

Level of knowledge:

Now KeyShot 2023 has been released but we as IRONCAD-users will have to wait a little longer for the support for the new version...

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2023-03-13

Updates

2023

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2023 SP1

Level of knowledge:

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2023 SP1 (2023.00.01.01) is now available. Find the download link and installation information here.

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2023-03-09

CAXA (EXB)

2023

How to build your own library of symbols in CAXA

Level of knowledge:

Part Library is part of the DRAFT module that makes it easy for users to store, manage and use ready-made components or symbols in their 2D drawings...

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2023-03-08

3D Scene (ICS)

2023

Refining a shape with Surface Reshaping Properties

Level of knowledge:

A relatively hidden tool that some users may not be aware of is Surface Reshaping Properties. You can use this on extrudes to create custom shapes...

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2023-03-06

DDM

2D drawing

2023

Align the drawing head with DDM

Level of knowledge:

In this blog post, we will describe how you can customize the drawing header in your 2D drawing template to make it work smoothly with DDM and display the desired information....

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2023-02-23

Guides (more info)

Self-study

2023

How to create gears in 3D?

Level of knowledge:

How to create gears in 3D? IRONCAD is a professional tool for 3D design and there are a few different tools and functions that can be used to create gears...

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2023-02-15

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

CAXA (EXB)

2023

Changing the background color of the workspace in CAXA Draft

Level of knowledge:

By default, the workspace in CAXA Draft is black. It is very easy to change this setting to any color you want...

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2023-02-14

3D Scene (ICS)

Import / Export

2023

Import IFC files to IRONCAD 2023

Level of knowledge:

The IFC (Industry Foundation Classes) format is somewhat similar to the "CAD-neutral" STEP format for 3D CAD systems...

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2023-02-12

Exercises

3D scene

2023

How do I create a dresser in 3D CAD?

Level of knowledge:

By following along and mimicking the steps in this training video in Swedish, you will learn in a simple and basic way how to model a chest of drawers with the 3D CAD software IRONCAD...

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2023-02-09

3D Scene (ICS)

Import / Export

2023

Import DWG / DXF files as reference geometry in the 3D scene

Level of knowledge:

Sometimes you need to import DWG/DXF files to your 3D scene in IRONCAD as a reference. For example, if you want to create a virtual 3D representation of a factory...

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2023-02-03

Installation and troubleshooting

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2023

I can't access my catalogues anymore how can I get them back?

Level of knowledge:

A recurring question to us at support is that you have accidentally closed your catalogs, sometimes a single catalog and in some cases the entire catalog browser (where you have blocks, cylinders, IC Mechanical, Sheet Metal etc.)

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2023-02-01

Exercises

3D scene

2023

How do I create a table in 3D CAD?

Level of knowledge:

By following and mimicking the steps in this tutorial video in Swedish, you will learn in a simple and basic way how to model a table with the 3D CAD software IRONCAD...

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2023-01-26

2D Drawing (ICD)

2023

Reference dimensions for radius measurement

Level of knowledge:

It can be difficult to find contour lines on round details when measuring in the ICD drawing. This is mainly because the type of line you are trying to find is not a geometrically sharp contour line...

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2023-01-23

3D Scene (ICS)

Import / Export

2023

Import CAD models with PMI to IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

PMI stands for "Product Manufacturing Information" and it is used to add technical information to a 3D model created using CAD (Computer Aided Design).

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2023-01-12

Sheet Metal

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2023

Point or comma based plotting board

Level of knowledge:

When you design plates in IRONCAD , all plate thicknesses are read from a text file (the plate table). The sheet metal table (tooltbl) that comes with our metrically customized installation file for IronCAD DCS is built with a comma as a decimal separator.

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2023-01-11

DDM

Installation and troubleshooting

2023

Exporting database and information (support bundle) for troubleshooting purposes

Level of knowledge:

For certain types of errors, we would like you to export your database (vault) and other information from DDM to give us a good basis for troubleshooting...

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2023-01-11

3D Scene (ICS)

Import / Export

2023

How do I import a file with a different file format to IRONCAD?

Level of knowledge:

If you have received another file format such as *.step, *.x_t, *.stl, *.sat etc. you need to import the file to IRONCAD. The extension Translator also allows you to import files from Solidworks, Inventor, *.ifc etc.

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2023-01-09

3D Scene (ICS)

2023

Export multiple parts at once to separate files

Level of knowledge:

There is a convenient tool if you want to export several batches (batch export) at the same time to separate files. The tool is called Export Elements and can be found in the ICM Tools directory.

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2023-01-04

Other

2023

Background image with calendar for 2023

Level of knowledge:

We have created a background image with a calendar for the year 2023. There is one with our red days...

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2023-01-02

3D Scene (ICS)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2023

How do I add the centre of gravity (COG) to a batch or assembly in IRONCAD?

Level of knowledge:

In some cases you need to add the center of gravity (COG) of your part or assembly in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Installation and troubleshooting

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2023

I have already installed via Live Update. Do I need to do anything?

Level of knowledge:

Users who have previously downloaded and installed the US installation file via Live Update (or manually) are advised to...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

3D scene

2023

Basic - Sweep (Sweep Wizard)

Level of knowledge:

Sweep Wizard via the sketch / cross section in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

3D scene

2023

Depth - Extrusion (Extrude Feature)

Level of knowledge:

An in-depth look at the Extrude command (Extrude Feature) in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

3D scene

2023

Immersion - Spin (Spin Feature)

Level of knowledge:

An in-depth look at the Spin command (Spin Feature) in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

Sketch

2023

Basic - Extrusion (Extrude Wizard) and the basics of Sketch (cross section)

Level of knowledge:

Extrude Wizard via the sketch / cross section in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

3D scene

2023

Basic - Spin (Spin Wizard)

Level of knowledge:

Spin Wizard via the sketch / cross section in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

3D scene

2023

Basic - Loft (Loft Wizard)

Level of knowledge:

Loft Wizard via the sketch / cross section in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

3D scene

2023

Immersion - Loft (Loft Feature)

Level of knowledge:

An in-depth look at the Loft command (Loft Feature) in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

3D scene

2023

Immersion - Sweep (Sweep Feature)

Level of knowledge:

An in-depth look at the Sweep command (Sweep Feature) in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

3D scene

2023

Learn the basics of the TriBall tool with these exercises

Level of knowledge:

The TriBall is an incredibly important tool in IRONCAD. Once you get used to it and know how it works, it is absolutely indispensable....

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2023-01-01

Exercises

3D scene

2023

How do I create a cabinet in 3D CAD?

Level of knowledge:

By following and mimicking the steps in this tutorial in Swedish, you will learn in a simple and basic way how to model a cabinet with the 3D CAD software IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Exercises

3D scene

2023

How do I create a pipe bend in 3D CAD?

Level of knowledge:

This movie describes how you can create a pipe bend in a smooth and efficient way in our 3D CAD software IRONCAD. It is not a requirement but an advantage that you already have some knowledge of how to use e.g. the camera in IRONCAD...

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2023-01-01

Educational films

2D drawing

2023

Build your own drawing form in the IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

Create your own 2D drawing template (ICD), add logo (logo, logotype), settings of styles and layers...

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2022-12-20

Other

2022

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2022!

Level of knowledge:

We at Solidmakarna would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2022.

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2022-12-02

Other

2022

Students and teachers can use our 3D CAD solution IRONCAD for free

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Students and teachers can use our 3D CAD solution IRONCAD for free

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2022-10-11

Sheet Metal

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2022

How does the sheet metal table (Stocktbl.txt) work?

Level of knowledge:

Means

Do you need to make changes to the stocktable? It is basically a plain text file (Stocktbl.txt) located in a folder on your computer...

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2022-09-16

Updates

2022

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022 PU1 SP1

Level of knowledge:

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022 PU1 (2022.01.01.1) has now been released. Find the download link and installation information here.

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2022-09-09

3D Scene (ICS)

2022

How to model a twisted bar with Sweep

Level of knowledge:

Twisted bar can be purchased by the metre or as finished pieces. To model such a model, it is best to use the sweep tool...

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2022-09-01

Other

2022

Updated help system for IronCAD DCS 2022

Level of knowledge:

To get more help and information about a particular tool, you can place the mouse cursor over an icon and then press [F1]...

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2022-08-25

Installation and troubleshooting

2022

Changing the decimal point (comma or period) in Windows

Level of knowledge:

To change the decimal point in Windows, you need to start Control Panel and change the National settings.

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2022-08-24

Guides (more info)

Self-study

2022

Shortcuts in IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

This guide contains a list of general shortcuts that apply in IRONCAD. These are very good to learn as it will speed up your work and make you more productive...

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2022-07-25

Guides (more info)

Self-study

2022

Render realistic images from 3D models in IRONCAD with KeyShot (Part 2 of 2)

Level of knowledge:

In our previous guide you could read how to get a realistic picture of your product in IRONCAD. In this guide we put full focus on KeyShot.

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2022-07-20

Guides (more info)

Self-study

2022

Render realistic images from 3D models in IRONCAD (Part 1 of 2)

Level of knowledge:

The term "Rendering" in the 3D world is, in short, a process of creating a realistic image from a 3D model.

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2022-07-18

Updates

2022

Service Pack 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022 PU1

Level of knowledge:

Service Pack 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022 PU1 (2022.01.01.0) has now been released. Please read this entire post for a proper installation.

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2022-07-18

CAXA (EXB)

2022

Create your own drawing template in CAXA Draft

Level of knowledge:

In this post we show you how to create your own drawing template in CAXA Draft. For those of you who are not familiar with CAXA, it is an alternative to creating 2D drawings in IRONCAD...

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2022-06-02

IC Mechanical

2022

PROCatalogSet - manage your catalogues easily

Level of knowledge:

Manage your set of custom catalogs for updates...

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2022-05-25

2D Drawing (ICD)

2022

Watermark in the 2D drawing template

Level of knowledge:

To protect their drawings before they are sent out to production, some people want to watermark their drawings. In this post we'll go through step by step how to do this.

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2022-05-19

IC Mechanical

Sheet Metal

2022

A deep dive into the Face to DXF feature

Level of knowledge:

In this post, we'll go through how to quickly export a surface to DXF. Many times you want to be able to quickly send off a sheet for laser cutting, for example, without having to go into drawing mode.

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2022-05-04

3D Scene (ICS)

2022

Create an extrusion from an image

Level of knowledge:

In some cases, you need to add a 3D extrusion of an image to your 3D model. Many times you may only have a raster image i.e. a file format such as *.jpg or *.png.

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2022-04-01

Updates

2022

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022 SP1

Level of knowledge:

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022 SP1 has now been released...

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2022-03-31

Installation and troubleshooting

2022

Windows Debugger

Level of knowledge:

In rare cases, IronCAD crashes can occur because of a specific problem on a computer, such as AntiVirus or the hardware on that particular computer. This troubleshooting tool helps IronCAD's developer team...

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2022-03-23

Installation and troubleshooting

2022

Copy settings between different versions

Level of knowledge:

What is the easiest way to move settings between different versions of IronCAD DCS? The IC add-on Mechanical has a lot of tools even outside IRONCAD...

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2022-03-17

Sheet Metal

2022

No stock in the sheet metal table?

Level of knowledge:

For some of our users, the sheet metal table has "disappeared". It is not possible to select any stock at all and it has created problems to unfold your sheet metal stock...

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2022-03-09

Guides (more info)

Self-study

2022

General settings (Options)

Level of knowledge:

There are a lot of settings in IRONCAD that are controlled via IRONCAD Options. In this post we'll go through the most common settings that we recommend looking over.

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2022-02-21

Other

2022

Better renderings in new KeyShot 11

Level of knowledge:

We are pleased to announce that IronCAD DCS 2022 officially supports KeyShot 11.

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2022-02-17

Bug fixes

Import / Export

2022

Distributed parts when importing STEP files v2022 SP1

Level of knowledge:

This only applies to those who have installed IronCAD DCS 2022 SP1. When importing STEP files, parts may be "scattered" in the scene.

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2022-01-31

Updates

2022

Service Pack 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022

Level of knowledge:

Service Pack 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022 has now been released...

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2022-01-05

Other

2022

Background image with calendar for 2022

Level of knowledge:

We have created a wallpaper with a calendar for the year 2022. There is one with our red days...

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2022-01-01

2D Drawing (ICD)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2022

How do I change settings in the 2D drawing templates?

Level of knowledge:

Many settings in the 2D drawing are saved uniquely per template, so this means you don't have to change it for each drawing...

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2021-12-15

Updates

2021

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022

Level of knowledge:

Hotfix 1 for v2022 has now been released.

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2021-11-03

3D Scene (ICS)

2021

Replace copied parts with linking

Level of knowledge:

Sometimes you can find out afterwards that "I really should have linked that part" when you have already copied the part around in your design. How do you do this most smoothly to save time?

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2021-10-22

IC Mechanical

Self-study

2021

IC Mechanical-manual

Level of knowledge:

Here is a full online manual for the IC Mechanical which contains an overview of all tools and functions with text, pictures and videos.

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2021-09-01

3D Scene (ICS)

2021

Handling of mirrored parts

Level of knowledge:

In IRONCAD we can easily mirror a part with TriBall, but how do you actually see that a part is mirrored in the story tree?

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2021-06-29

3D Scene (ICS)

2021

How to use the Stretch tool in IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

The tool Stretch Part/Assembly in IRONCAD is very similar to the one you can find in e.g. CAXA (2D CAD) - select a "stretch plane" and set a value....

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2021-06-21

3D Scene (ICS)

2021

Digger arm with mechanisms

Level of knowledge:

By placing interlocks between parts in IRONCAD , mechanical joints and mechanisms can be tested...

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2021-06-08

Sheet Metal

2021

Closing corners on bent sheet metal

Level of knowledge:

There are now many ways to model bent sheet metal in IRONCAD and to close corners there is a useful feature called Add Closed Corner and reliefs....

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2021-06-04

IC Mechanical

2021

Picking lists from 3D

Level of knowledge:

From one and the same 3D scene, we can produce different types of lists, such as a shopping list or a spare parts list. How do you want your lists to be formatted and what should they contain? In this post, we'll go through just that...

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2021-05-24

Updates

2021

New features in IC Mechanical 2021

Level of knowledge:

With the recent update of IronCAD DCS 2021 with PU1 and a couple of minor hotfixes, a new version of the extension...

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2021-05-19

Updates

2021

Hotfix 2 for IronCAD DCS 2021 PU1

Level of knowledge:

Hotfix 2 for PU1 v2021 has now been released.

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2021-05-04

Updates

2021

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2021 PU1

Level of knowledge:

A minor update for those who recently updated with PU1 for v2021 has now been released.

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2021-04-12

Updates

2021

PU1 for IRONCAD 2021

Level of knowledge:

A new update to IRONCAD 2021 has now been released. It is called Product Update 1 (PU1) and contains over 100 quality improvements and also several new useful features...

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2021-04-08

3D Scene (ICS)

2021

Animate along a given path

Level of knowledge:

In some cases, you may need to visualize how an object moves in a given trajectory. In IRONCAD we have a whole catalogue of given animation motions, but in some cases you have your own 2D profile or 3D curve...

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2021-02-12

3D Scene (ICS)

2021

Create a realistic thread

Level of knowledge:

In some cases there is a need to create a realistic thread in 3D CAD. Perhaps you want to print a screw or an insert nut in your 3D printer? Or use a realistic thread in your design?

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2021-01-06

3D Scene (ICS)

2021

Sizebox and Shape handles in IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

Sizebox and Shape handles in IRONCAD allow users to have even more control over the modeling of their features...

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2020-10-27

3D Scene (ICS)

2020

Moment of Inertia

Level of knowledge:

It is possible to find the moment of inertia for any cross-section by using the section tool in IRONCAD...

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2020-10-06

3D Scene (ICS)

2020

Open more catalogues in IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

With the complete installation file for IronCAD DCS coming from Solidmakarna a lot of useful extra catalogs are saved on the computer in addition to the ones opened by default...

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2020-10-01

2D Drawing (ICD)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

2020

Change drawing frame on existing 2D drawing (ICD)

Level of knowledge:

Sometimes when creating a 2D drawing you may need to resize the drawing frame afterwards...

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2020-09-24

Sheet Metal

2020

Radius and angle settings for conical sheet metal in IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

IRONCAD's tapered sheet feature provides users with a quick method of creating a tapered shape in sheet metal by simply dragging and dropping it into the 3D environment...

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2020-08-18

3D Scene (ICS)

2020

Share your CAD models via IronCAD Web Viewer

Level of knowledge:

IronCAD Web Viewer is an excellent tool for sharing your CAD models with others. Since it only requires an HTML-compatible browser...

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2020-07-15

3D Scene (ICS)

2020

The cutting tool in the 3D scene

Level of knowledge:

IRONCAD provides a tool to quickly intersect a part or assembly in the 3D scene. The tool is called "Section Part / Assembly" and can be found under the Tools tab...

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2020-07-07

3D Scene (ICS)

2020

Changing the edge roughness of parts

Level of knowledge:

The default value for Surface Smoothness is set to 30 by default in IRONCAD.

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2020-05-27

Other

2020

Customize the interface in IRONCAD

Level of knowledge:

IronCAD LLC offers users a wide range of options to customize their product so that it looks exactly the way they like it...

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2020-05-11

3D Scene (ICS)

2020

Change visual style of TriBall

Level of knowledge:

In IRONCAD 2019, IronCAD LLC introduced many changes to the user interface. Now TriBall has a new selectable look...

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2020-03-12

2D Drawing (ICD)

2020

Import Styles and Layers from another drawing

Level of knowledge:

Instead of redoing your Styles and Layers in IRONCAD drawing template by drawing template, it is enough to do this on a drawing template...

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2020-02-18

3D Scene (ICS)

2020

Mirrored part/comparison symbol (Mirrored Part Indicator)

Level of knowledge:

There is an option in IRONCAD to see which parts are created from a mirror function...

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Different types of 3D elements in IRONCAD

Access to large user forum for IronCAD DCS in case of support contract

Troubleshooting a VPN connection to the DDM server

How do I reset the interface with all buttons and menus to default (delete XML files)?

How to add own values in IC Mechanical?

What is the difference between Model and Layout in IRONCAD Draft (CAXA)?

Send summary with external links or create a new revision of a summary

Creating Bulk Drawing templates in IRONCAD and CAXA Draft

Happy Easter

Twisted sheet metal on a drawing? Get it right with Front View Definition

DDM Import Manager - Efficient Import of CAD files into DDM

DDM CAD Rename Manager - Efficient management of CAD files in DDM

What is Live Update and how do I disable it?

Image gallery of constructions made in IRONCAD and rendered in KeyShot

Apply thread information to (imported holes)

Support for new KeyShot 2023 in PU1 for IronCAD DCS 2023

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2023 SP1

How to build your own library of symbols in CAXA

Refining a shape with Surface Reshaping Properties

Align the drawing head with DDM

How to create gears in 3D?

Changing the background color of the workspace in CAXA Draft

Import IFC files to IRONCAD 2023

How do I create a dresser in 3D CAD?

Import DWG / DXF files as reference geometry in the 3D scene

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Reference dimensions for radius measurement

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Build your own drawing form in the IRONCAD

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Create your own drawing template in CAXA Draft

PROCatalogSet - manage your catalogues easily

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Create an extrusion from an image

Hotfix 1 for IronCAD DCS 2022 SP1

Windows Debugger

Copy settings between different versions

No stock in the sheet metal table?

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Distributed parts when importing STEP files v2022 SP1

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How do I change settings in the 2D drawing templates?

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Replace copied parts with linking