

How can I find out? What other things do I need to know in order to create a g-code program suitable for my CNC router? As a controller I will use Mach3, I have never used it but I will learn to use that too when I have a clear idea of all the steps required to use this machine. I will learn how to use it with tutorials, but I don't know which post processor I should use for my CNC router. cnc router - Recent models 3D CAD Model Collection GrabCAD Community Library Join 9,320,000 engineers with over 4,830,000 free CAD files Join the Community Recent All time Category Software 1 2 3 4 5. I can draw with FreeCAD, I have drawn several objects to be printed with the 3D printer, but I have never used the Path workspace. For example, there is a USB controller with the potentiometer for the spindle and the connections for the 3 stepper motors, but it looks like a "handmade" thing. It is a 3-axis with fairly good quality components, such as ball screws for the movement of the axes (and not a trapezoidal thread) but I don't have any "technical specifications". 3 years ago I bought a CNC router from China but I have never used it and now I would like to learn. I have a degree as a polymechanic and have been trained in industrial CNC milling machines and lathes, but I have never used this type of "desktop" machine and have no experience. Sorry my English, it's not my language, and sorry if I ask questions already dealt with elsewhere, I tried to search but could not find answers. FreeCad tool chain - CNC Routers - Maker Forums FreeCad tool chain General CNC CNC Routers software donkjr (Don Kleinschnitz Jr.) July 3, 2022, 12:24pm 1 I am considering tinkering with FreeCad. Forget the 2d design and immediately begin to draw and calculate the toolpath in 3d.Hi guys, I need help with my CNC router. If you use a Router you should have a Router version of CAM with Nesting, Engraving, Inlay, Raster to Vector, DXF Batch Import, joint fillets, doors and hinges macro and others common woodworking operations.Īnd remember if you want play CAD CAM and you are not a pirate you must spend some money because unfortunately, the free software is not very productive. In the other hand we have Vectric Aspire for the woodworking art 1500$ with a lot of tutorials around the web, for cabinets try Cabinet Vision.


The most convenient CAD CAM in terms of money is ZW3D 2015 Lite (only 2.5 ops.), it has very nice CAD interface and a potent CAM for "less than 1000$". Imho HSM is one of the best options but is not a standalone program, it is integrated in Inventor or in SW. I also use Mastercam a lot but a novice needs a program with an intuitive interface that he can learn by his own.
