Assemble the Fixture

Purpose

Create a stable and production-relevant fixture setup before cutting process programming and validation.

Steps

1. Switch to layout builder workbench

2. Create a new document (optional)

If another document is already open in the running session, create a new empty document. Otherwise, skip this step.
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3. Load the fixture resource from library

Load the B_Pillar_Fixture_Fix.cenres from the Sheet Metal Laser Cutting tutorial package.
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4. Load the clamp resources from library

Load the Clamp_1.cenres, Clamp_2.cenres, Clamp_3.cenres, Clamp_4.cenres from the Sheet Metal Laser Cutting tutorial package.
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5. Connect the clamps to the fixture

Drag the clamp toward its mounting position on the fixture. When a yellow connection line appears between clamp and fixture adapter, drop to connect.
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6. Save as layout

Save the document as a layout (.cenlay) with an appropriate name.
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Related documentation

Component library

Layout Builder Workbench

Assemble the Fixture