SolidCAM Maker Version

Name: SolidCAM Maker Version
Brand: SolidCAM
Availability: InStock

With the free SolidCAM Maker Version, hobbyists, students, and makers can turn their designs into real parts using the same CAM software trusted by manufacturers worldwide.

SolidCAM’s core strategy is tight integration within the leading 3D CAD systems, SOLIDWORKS and Autodesk Inventor. This approach has driven major growth and established SolidCAM as the leader in integrated CAM, and one of the most powerful CAM systems available.

After submitting the form (click the button below to open it in a new tab), you will receive an email with an activation link to confirm your account data. You will then be able to download the corresponding software directly from your MySolidCAM Maker account.

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Product Info

The world’s best design tools are available for everyone pursuing their hobbies, personal projects, or studies—often for free or at very low cost. True making, however, goes beyond just designing your dream project. With the free SolidCAM Maker Version, you can now transfer your designs into manufacturing using SolidCAM, the leading CAM software trusted by tens of thousands of industrial customers worldwide.

The SolidCAM Maker Version is for Makers, Hobbyists, and Students only—strictly non-commercial use. It offers all the functionality of the regular SolidCAM Version, with the following three built-in post processors:

ISO Milling 3X post
Mach3 Milling post
ISO Turning 2X post

System Requirements

Desktop Workstations

Component	Minimum	Mid-Range	High-End
Processor (CPU)	Intel Core i5-13600K / AMD Ryzen 3 4100	Intel Core i7-13700K / AMD Ryzen 5 7600X	Intel Core i9-13900K / AMD Ryzen 7 7700X
Video Card (GPU)	NVIDIA T1000^*	NVIDIA Quadro P2200^*	NVIDIA Quadro RTX A6000^*
Memory (RAM)	16GB DDR4	32GB DDR4	64GB DDR4
Storage	M.2 NVMe 256GB SSD	M.2 NVMe 512GB SSD	M.2 NVMe 2TB SSD
Operating System	Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro

* Equivalent models supported.

Note: These specifications do not include a motherboard, power supply, optical drive, keyboard, mouse, or monitor.

Portable Laptops

Category	Recommended Model
Lightweight Portable Ultrabook	ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 with Core™ i9-13 and NVIDIA® RTX™ A2000^*
High-End Workstation Laptop	HP ZBook Studio G8 with NVIDIA Quadro RTX3000^*

* Equivalent models supported.

Disclaimers

The SolidCAM Maker Version can load CAM parts built in SolidCAM Education Version.
CAM parts built in the Maker Version cannot be opened in SolidCAM’s Educational or Industrial versions.
You must have SOLIDWORKS or Inventor already installed—the SolidCAM Maker Version is an Add-In to an existing CAD.
SolidCAM and InventorCAM Maker Versions are free to download and updated alongside the latest SolidCAM and InventorCAM releases.

Faster Cycles

SolidCAM + SOLIDWORKS Workflow

Mill-Turn & Swiss Solutions

Additive + Subtractive Manufacturing

Why Choose SolidCAM?

Designed for Makers. Trusted by Machinists.

Seamless CAD Integration

SolidCAM runs directly inside SOLIDWORKS or Inventor, so you stay in your design environment while programming your parts. No jumping between systems—what you design is what you machine.

One Software for Everything

Milling, turning, mill-turn, 5-axis, Swiss-type—it’s all built into one powerful platform. Whether you’re cutting basic parts or complex 5-axis jobs, SolidCAM keeps it simple.

Powerful iMachining Technology

SolidCAM’s exclusive iMachining gets you faster cycle times, longer tool life, and better material removal rates. It’s like having a CNC expert built right into your software.

From Hobby Shop to Production Floor

SolidCAM scales with you. The free Maker Version is perfect for projects and learning, and when it’s time to go pro, the same tools power full commercial machines.

Global Support, Local Know-How

Backed by worldwide training, support, and an active TITANS of CNC community, SolidCAM helps you solve problems fast and keep your machines cutting.

Next-Level Programming!

SolidCAM

Powerful CAM for Professional Shops. SolidCAM is the go-to integrated CAM solution for machinists, job shops, and production facilities worldwide. Compatible with SOLIDWORKS and Autodesk Inventor, it delivers everything from 2.5D milling to complex multi‑axis and iMachining operations.