Cimatron E15
Cimatron E15 is unique in that it supports the entire business lifecycle of a tool shop.
The Quoting Phase: Because Cimatron is highly efficient at analyzing geometry, shops can use the software to quickly estimate cycle times and material costs. This allows for faster, more accurate quotes, giving businesses a competitive edge before the project even begins. cimatron e15
The Manufacturing Phase: The software’s simulation capabilities prevent collisions before they happen on the shop floor. Virtual machining allows the programmer to verify that the toolpath is safe, the fixtures are clear, and the surface finish meets requirements. This "prove-out" on the screen drastically reduces scrap rates and machine downtime. Cimatron E15 is unique in that it supports
The CAM side of Cimatron E15 is where the software truly shines for the machinist. The CAM side of Cimatron E15 is where
If you currently struggle with parting lines on complex plastic parts, the Auto-Split tool in E15 is worth the upgrade cost alone. The reduction in manual surface stitching saves tangible hours per project.
| Task | Shortcut / Trick |
|------|------------------|
| Quick measure | Ctrl + M → Measure distance, angle, radius. |
| Hide/Show objects | Ctrl + H (hide selected), Ctrl + Shift + H (unhide all). |
| Section view | View → Section → Create dynamic clipping plane. |
| Compare parts | Analyze → Compare → Visual color deviation (design vs. stock). |
| Recompute all | Ctrl + Shift + R (fixes many update errors). |
| Change a feature | Double-click it on the Feature Tree (left panel). |