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Help Me With SMT
I recently started looking into the solid model extruder and solid model analyzer . In the example below I'd like to combine the two red faces to be one piece. Currently they are two different wall sections and I cant figure out if there's a tool to do
Cutout Token to allow path out of panel by desired amount
Hey, We are trying to use the CUTOUT token to create grooves as it is a much easier and user friendly token to use, rather than using x2 ROUTE tokens or a PLINE token. Obviously to create a proper groove through a panel, it has to be extended out of the
Toolbox BSB: The Successor to Toolbox OEM
Hi Microvellum Community! Today, we’re announcing that maintenance for Toolbox OEM will officially conclude on July 20, 2025, as we transition to a new bundled CAD foundation powered by BricsCAD. This planned change coincides with the launch of Toolbox
Chevron Wine Cabinet?
I do not see this option in the library. Or am I missing it? See below, trying to get something to match the designers drawings and not 100% where to go for this. Also if someone has done this, what is the construction method for this?
Solid Modeling Extruder Stud "Dado Stop Gap" & "Dado Width Gap" help image
I am looking at the help image to remind myself which is which. This image of a cabinet is confusing, I think it would be more helpful if it was like a diewall or something but maybe that is use case. Is there a way to change the help image? Thanks also
See Toolbox BSB (BricsCAD) in Action at AWFS 2025
Hi Microvellum Community! Are you headed to Las Vegas for AWFS 2025? Be sure to stop by, say hello to our team and see Toolbox BSB in action! Toolbox BSB delivers the trusted Microvellum experience, now also running within the BricsCAD environment. It
Materials Import spreadsheet - Custom Hatches
We are currently using the Materials Import spreadsheet to add and update materials. Based on the documentation provided here: https://community.microvellum.com/portal/en/kb/articles/create-materials-from-import-file#Import_File_Structure, it appears
Introducing Toolbox BSB, Built on BricsCAD
Hi Microvellum Community! We’re excited to announce the upcoming release of Toolbox BSB — a bundled installation of our Toolbox platform, now integrated with BricsCAD Pro. Toolbox BSB delivers the trusted Microvellum design-to-manufacturing experience
Product not coming out in Product detail report
Hi All I have a product that when I process it ,the Image does not come out on the product detail report. I did it once, but can't figure it out now. I know it has something to do with defining a "prompt" in the spreadsheet. I looked through the knowledge
remote VPN dual screens?
The company I am working with uses SonicWall Global as VPN client and I am trying to figure out a way to use the extruded product builder with only 1 screen. I'm not sure if there is a way to set up the VPN to utilize dual screens or not.. does anyone
Patch: Master Diagonal Vertical Designer Cabinet
Hi all, just releasing a patch for the broken double doors in the "Master Diagonal Vertical Designer Cabinet" that was recently released in Library Version 25.0703. To apply the patch, see the steps below. 1. Navigate to Toolbox Setup --> Options. 2.
How do i make my rebates or cut outs move with the panel when resizing
ive drawn/ made rebates on my panel i would like to save it as a custom panel, but i want to make it so that when i resize it, the rebate still stays in the same place, if i resize it the rebate either disappears because the panel is now smaller or its
How do I make a rotated panel draw properly in the 2D elevation?
I am trying to place a wall panel on a bulkhead using the "Misc Panel" product (this is just a test file as I am still learning the program so I found the most generic panel product that I could). The panel face of this product is parallel to the ground
Nesting Color Control
I am just starting to get our nesting option going through MV and i would like for the Composite Drawings of the nest to be in different colors. Yellow doesn't show up well and i am trying to figure out how to make them draw in a different color if that
New Foundation Library Release Available Today: Build 25.0703
We are happy to announce that a new update for the Foundation Library, Build 25.0703 is now available! New releases of Microvellum's Foundation Library include resolutions for numerous issues, numerous enhancements to existing products and variables,
file structure
How are you guys managing your files in Microvellum. It is very limited compared to V6.7. There is only one layer.
Salice B Series Hinge
Hey all does anyone know if the Salice Series B hinge is in the library i cannot find it myself or any glass door hinges that is in the library already Hinge, SALICE SERIES B - in the Häfele Australia Shop
Toolbox 2025 Now Available
We are happy to announce that Toolbox OEM 2025 is now available! To discover the new features and abilities of Toolbox 2025 check out What's New in Toolbox 2025 (OEM). For help installing Toolbox 2025 please visit Installing Toolbox for a simple overview
PRO TIP: Grain Arrow for Analyzed Parts
We all know how costly wrong grain directions can be. For out-of-the-box library products this isn't much of an issue. But if your shop is anything like ours, you might be spending a lot of your time creating products from analyzed solids. This is where
need to add a column to the lock lookup table
i need to add a column to the lock lookup table for bezels. someone here already "added it" but i can't seem to figure out how to get it to be part of the lookuptable. please help
Inside corner relief cut ?
I have some custom parts that I am needed to add a relief cut out at the inside corners to tightly fit another part in the corner. Currently we are cleaning out the inside corners manually and I am wondering is there a machining token we could use instead
Cabinet Mod
I cant get the instructions that RJ shows in this video to work for the "Open Top" anyone else having the same issue? I add the instructions as explained for the "Length" and it does not add to the formula. https://www.microvellum.com/resources/videos/mvu-elearning/making-cabinet-modifications-with-part-properties-2d-part-editor
Autocad 2026 setup
For anyone that's interested, I got AutoCAD 2026 to work with Microvellum. There is a huge improvement in speed when it comes to anything 3D, so I myself am sticking with it, and testing seems to work with both SQL Server and CE. Install instructions
Wall and Subassembly with electrical outlets - for anyone interested
For anyone interest I've attached a Room Component Wall and a product subassembly with electrical outlets. Disclaimer - I created it in an imperial foundation library 25.0418 and tested it pretty good, shouldn't be any issues. If you do find any, I'd
How can I make Microvellum pretty and uniform?
We just got Microvellum up and running...but really need to adjust a few things to make it look better. We have had a week of on site training; but the topic of setting up the appearance of graphics (title block, dimensions, notes, etc) was not covered.
Looking for Microvellum or Autocad work
I am looking for any companies that need either full time or 1099 help with either Autocad submittal drawings or full on Microvellum production work. I would prefer to work with someone who: A) answers their voicemails and emails in a timely fashion,
Feature Request - Global setting for appliance and sink/tap colour
The default colour for sinks, taps, and some appliances is black. We very, very, rarely use black sinks or taps and there is no way to globally update this to stainless steel at a spec group or project level. So, for every render we have to manually go
New Optimiser
Any idea how long until the batching feature is turned back on? We're barely using it currently because it can't batch so it just makes so much more manual work and time
Orthomode on by default
I like having Orthomode on by default. I've turned it on in the mv2DTemplate and saved it. How would I do the same for the nesting Composites? Is the a template I can modify and save?
FEATURE REQUEST: Sort/Filter Functionality in Edit Design Data
This would be so fantastic.
Corner Cabinets Master/Product Starter (FaceFrame / Frameless) - Multiple Vertical Bays
Being in a company that does both residential and commercial we run into a number of things that we would like to see added to the baseline library of both the FaceFrame and Frameless cabinet libraries. One of the things that has come up recently in our
Consultant
In what ways have any of you changed the way you engineer or draft to accommodate cheaper labor in the shop that may or may not know how to read prints very well?
Drawer Front and Drawer Box List Order
In Foundation Library 25.0418 when we select a Drawer Stack Cabinet why is the Bottom Drawer Front in the Calculator or Drawer Box list in the prompts have the Bottom listed after the Top and the Second, Third etc. listed after, this is very confusing
TOP DOWN - BOTTOM UP CONCEPT
I have started googling the "Title" as it pertains to Woodworking and would welcome some input as it relates to those in our industry using 3D software driven by either concept in place of using Microvellum's "Solid Modeling Suite"
Drawer front bottom identifier drilling
Hi Microvellum Family, I just changed to the latest update of foundation library and now can't find where to turn on the drilling of the bottom identifier hole to tell you what direction the drawer front needs to be hung. I have had it for all other versions
Toolbox 2025 - Unable to run Toolbox
Has anyone encountered this problem when trying to open/start Toolbox OEM 2025 ?? Toolbox 2024 on same PC working & all good!
Under Panel Led Strip Lighting
G,day Microvellum. Foundation Build 25.1.603.641. So I have a job with some Under Panels with led strip lighting. I fill out the required field in product prompts (Picture 1) so that my led light chase is 18.1mm wide and 11.3mm deep, cut it on the CNC
Cut List (part) import
Is there a simple way to import a cut list of parts with edge banding? I can import a product with size, material, item number, room # using the example "Example ABC Cabinets Import File.xls" I found here. Works great if I'm just importing cut parts with
Rollout Width
Where is the setting that I adjust for default rollout width? I need 3-1/8" reduction from opening size, but I cannot find the variable in globals or wizards. Thanks! Luke
New Foundation Library Release Available Today: Build 25.0523
We are happy to announce that a new update for the Foundation Library, Build 25.0523 is now available! New releases of Microvellum's Foundation Library include resolutions for numerous issues, numerous enhancements to existing products and variables,