Note: At any point that (version) is present, enter/insert/reference the version of Mastercam in question.ie. A path states as ‘C:\Program Files\mcam(version)\common’ Many custom tools are available for download as .DXF files from a supplier’s website. Open Mastercam Tool Manager (Start>All Programs>Mastercam(version)>Tool Manager) File>Open Select the tool library this tool will be stored in.Tool libraries have the extension of .tooldb. The default location…

To open the Levels Manager, ensure Levels is enabled under the View tab. Select Levels from the bottom of the Manager panels or from the left-hand bar. Create a new Level and name it ‘Custom Tool.’ Set this level to be the main level as the tool will be drawn at this level. Draw the custom tool vertically with the tip of the tool on…

Machine > Machine Type > Mill > Select desired machine Toolpaths > Tool Manager Enter the name of the new tool library (eg. New Library 1) > Save Creating Custom Tools for the Library Right click in the lower window of the Tool Manager and select Create new Tool. Select Tool Type > NextDefine Tool Geometry > NextFinalize Properties > FinishRepeat…