CimatronE 9.

0 – Version Highlights

What’s New in
CimatronE 9.0
Version Highlights
June 2009
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CimatronE version 9.0 introduces over 200 significant enhancements for mold makers, die makers,
and manufacturers − providing exceptional value for current customers as well as extensive
competitive benefits for new customers in a single integrated solution.
CimatronE version 9.0 delivers new functionality and improvements across the entire CimatronE
suite; in the areas of Quoting, Tool Design, Drafting, Electrode Creation, and NC Programming.
In addition to the existing application for progressive die design, Cimatron has expanded its solution in
version 9.0 to more effectively address the needs of Transfer Die makers.
Tool makers and manufacturers will now enjoy even further productivity gains with Cimatron’s winning
concept of flexible automation, additional built-in analysis, and enhanced information capabilities.
What’s more, users will benefit from overall improved performance across all individual modules, as
well as the end-to-end CimatronE solution.

The following overview highlights some of the exciting improvements and new capabilities in the
CimatronE version 9.0 release:

Cross-System Improvements
PMI Support – Enables users to import, define and use Product Manufacturing Information (PMI)
across the entire CimatronE suite. PMI improves the communication and information flow
throughout the design and manufacturing process, and drastically shortens delivery time.
Faster Performance – Better support of multiple core computers results in faster calculation time.
Cross-system improvements were made in specific applications such as Drafting, and wider
support is provided for Multi-Threading in NC.

CAD for Tooling (Mold Making, Die Making, and Manufacturing)

Parametric Catalog/Sub-Assembly – Automatically adapts the catalog part or sub-assembly to
the main assembly’s dimensions and components.
Powerful Corner Fillet – Rapidly creates rounded corners among 3 sets of different fillet surfaces,
including automatically filling gaps between surfaces.
Automatic Pocket Selection – Easily selects pockets with a single mouse click.
Improved Drafting Performance – Facilitates more efficient drafting, and creates views in batch
mode.

Mold Design
Project Definition Setup Dialog – Enables quick and easy definition of the project.
Catalog Parts with Smart Cutting Objects – Built-in capabilities help reduce human error when
placing screws, pins, and other components.
Intelligent Splitting Direction Analysis – Easily determines the split direction of sculptured parts.
Quick-Find Catalog Part Selection – Allows fast and easy retrieval of a desired catalog part from
the catalog database.

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Progressive and Transfer Die Design

Transfer Die Design – Introduces a flexible workflow for the intuitive design of transfer dies.
DieQuote Generator – Enables quick generation of quotations with a professional look-and-feel
based on CimatronE DieDesign files.
Improved Die-Tool Design Capabilities – Allows die sets, CAM units, and punch units to
automatically adapt their size to the strip or work piece.
Automated Piercing Punch Creation – Supports the requirements of the Electronic industry.
Hundreds of New Catalog Parts – Augment a comprehensive database.

Electrode Design and Creation

On-the-Fly Templates – Instantly duplicates an entire electrode design process from one
electrode to another.
Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) – Defines measuring points and probe path for checking
electrode accuracy.
Additional Enhancements – Facilitates improved electrode design, with Copy Mirror, renaming
electrodes, and the ability to design very large and complex electrodes.

2.5–5 Axis NC for Tooling

New Machining Strategies – Supports high-speed milling (HSM) and 5-axis milling, and provides
better surface quality with new features such as Cleanup All Along, Keep Sharp Edges, and
Contour as Touch Point.
New Set of Machining Operations – Grants full user control when machining complex
geometrical details. New operations, such as Spiral Cut and Flow Line, are now available in the
basic NC application.
Enhanced Stock Recognition – Improves machining efficiency, rough toolpath quality, and
automated support of 5-axis stock and 5-axis automated drill.
Machining Simulation – Provides a unified environment for Material Removal Simulation,
Collision and Gouge Detection, and Machine Simulation.
Transformations – Copies toolpath motions without duplicating them, including smart support in
the post processor.

5-Axis Milling (Production)

Machine Simulation – New 5-axis enables continuous Material Removal Simulation, Collision
and Gouge Detection, and improved Machine Simulation.
Enhanced User Control – New capabilities fine-tune the cutter location and orientation during
Gouge Checking, Air Connections, and Approach and Retract motions.

Data Interface
Cross-Platform Dataflow – CimatronE version 9.0 now reads Product Manufacturing Information
(PMI) from CATIA5 and Pro/E.
Comprehensive Data Interface – All standard data interfaces, including Parasolid, are included
in the standard CimatronE solution.