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Toolbox Release Notes | Build 25.1.0421.641
The following release notes apply to Toolbox build 25.1.0421.641 Drilling Coordinate Fix Fig. 1: Drilling G-code with correct coordinates (left) and an extra erroneous set of coordinates (right). An issue was sometimes occurring when processing parts ...
Microvellum Foundation Library Release Notes | Build 25.0418
The following release notes apply to Microvellum Foundation Library build 25.0418. Additions Added a new Cost Based Estimating Report, “Shop Quote Optimized Option”. Instead of using the square footage plus waste, this will use the actual optimized ...
Toolbox Release Notes | Build 25.1.0403.641
The following release notes apply to Toolbox build 25.1.0403.641 Trueshape Fix Fig. 1: A bounding box drawn around the container of a part with True Shape nesting applied. An issue was reportedly occurring when processing parts with True Shape ...
Foundation Hardware Highlight: Kesseböhmer
Microvellum’s Foundation Library is built on the premise of providing our users with the best quality hardware for their construction projects, be they commercial, residential, or anything otherwise. As such, Toolbox has hardware from multiple brands ...
Beta Optimizer Changes
As of build 25.1.0325.641, Microvellum’s optimizer for block nesting, sawing, and scrap management has received an update to improve its functionality. This new optimizer is considered to be in beta form, with development ongoing and new features ...
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3D AutoCAD Commands
3D AutoCAD Commands Below is a list of commonly used AutoCAD commands that are used when working with 3D solids. POLYLINE (PL) – The POLYLINE command will allow you to create a 2D polyline. When working with the Solid Model Tools, it is crucial to ...
Basic 2D Commands
Basic 2D Commands To execute an AutoCAD command, type the command (or quick-key) in the command line. The command line is located at the bottom of the drawing area. Some commands require additional steps, or subcommands, the next step for the command ...
Draw Commands
The following topics will review the commands available on the Draw toolbar. Draw Toolbar Line Command The line command will allow you to create a series of contiguous line segments. Each segment is a line object that can be edited separately. ...
Lineweights Plot Thicker or Lighter than Expected in AutoCAD
Issue: When plotting to PDF, printing to a physical printer, or publishing from AutoCAD, object lineweights display thicker, thinner, darker, or lighter than displayed in the drawing. Causes: There are several causes for this behavior, including: ...
Understanding Base Points
Understanding Base Points Base points are used as a reference point when locating a part within a product. All parts in Microvellum are referenced using rectangular boxes. Parts consist of 8 points and 6 faces. Faces 1 through 4 are the part’s edges ...