Why Layer Naming Matters in Large Assemblies In massive CAD assemblies — think multi-part machines, industrial systems, or architectural layouts — layer chaos is the silent killer of productivity. Poorly named layers lead to: At DesignWithAjay, we treat layer naming as a strategic design tool, not just a file hygiene habit. Ajay’s Layer Logic Philosophy: “Name to Navigate, Not…
At Ajay Industries, designing machines under 1 HP isn’t about cutting corners—it’s about engineering efficiency. Whether you’re prototyping a compact shredder, a study lamp with mechanical articulation, or a low torque gearbox, small machines demand smart CAD strategies to balance performance, cost, and manufacturability. This guide shares our best practices for modeling, simulating, and documenting low-power mechanical systems using SolidWorks and Fusion 360. Why Sub-1 HP Machines Need Special Attention Machines under 1 HP typically operate with: Designing for this scale means every gram, micron, and watt matters. DesignWithAjay’s CAD Best Practices for Low-Power Machines 1. Use Lightweight Geometry Ajay Tip: Use SolidWorks’ “Mass Properties” tool early to track weight and center of gravity. 2. Optimize for Low Torque Ajay Tip: Our CAD models include torque calculators linked to global variables for quick iteration. 3. Design for Compact…
At Ajay Industries, laser cutting is more than just a fabrication method—it’s a precision-driven process that starts with smart CAD modeling. Whether you’re designing shredder blade profiles, sheet metal housings, or custom fixtures, preparing your CAD files correctly ensures clean cuts, minimal rework, and seamless integration with CAM software. This tutorial outlines our proven workflow for…
At Ajay Industries, we design with manufacturing in mind. Whether you’re prototyping a twin-shaft shredder or preparing a gearbox housing for CNC machining, converting your CAD model to CAM must be done with precision. A single oversight—like a missing tolerance or overlapping geometry—can lead to toolpath errors, wasted material, or machine crashes. This checklist ensures your…
At Ajay Industries, parametric modeling isn’t just a feature—it’s a philosophy. Whether you’re designing shredder components, gear housings, or 3D-printed fixtures, parametric models allow you to adapt, scale, and iterate without starting from scratch. This tutorial walks you through our proven workflow for creating parametric models in SolidWorks, ensuring your designs are flexible, production-ready, and easy to maintain….
Exporting CAD Files for 3D Printing: A DesignWithAjay Tutorial At Ajay Industries, we design with manufacturing in mind. Whether you’re prototyping a modular shredder component or a custom 3D-printed product, exporting your CAD file correctly is the key to a successful print. This tutorial walks you through the essential steps to prepare and export your CAD models for 3D printing—ensuring dimensional accuracy, printability, and professional results. Why Exporting Matters CAD models are rich with parametric data, but 3D printers require simplified mesh formats like STL, OBJ, or 3MF. Exporting correctly ensures: Step-by-Step Export Workflow 1. Finalize Your CAD Model Before exporting: 2. Set Units and Scale 3. Export to STL or 3MF In SolidWorks: In Fusion 360: 4. Inspect the Mesh Use a mesh viewer or slicer to: 5. Slice and Print Import into your slicer: What You Get with DesignWithAjay CAD Files Every…
At Ajay Industries, we believe that great design starts with simple ideas and solid fundamentals. Whether you’re a student, hobbyist, or aspiring mechanical designer, these beginner CAD projects—Bicycle Stand and Study Lamp—are perfect for learning how to model, assemble, and document functional products using SolidWorks or Fusion 360. Project 1: Bicycle Stand Objective: Design a stable, lightweight stand…
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