SolidWorks for makers, post processor for LinuxCNC?
26 Aug 2022 16:22 #250529
by ikkuh
SolidWorks for makers, post processor for LinuxCNC? was created by ikkuh
I am trying to use nc shop floor, the cam software that comes with SolidWorks for makers. But what postprocessor should I use?
The shop floor program is difficult enough, it's totally illogical, and now I am not sure what output to use.
Can anybody help?
The shop floor program is difficult enough, it's totally illogical, and now I am not sure what output to use.
Can anybody help?
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27 Aug 2022 03:54 #250555
by rodw
Replied by rodw on topic SolidWorks for makers, post processor for LinuxCNC?
one of my mates has a license to Fusion 360 for the cam part.
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27 Aug 2022 04:51 #250560
by ikkuh
Replied by ikkuh on topic SolidWorks for makers, post processor for LinuxCNC?
???
I use the excelent Path workbench in FreeCAD now to make stuff. I design in SolidWorks and export a step file. The step file I use in FC to make code for LinuxCNC.
I use the excelent Path workbench in FreeCAD now to make stuff. I design in SolidWorks and export a step file. The step file I use in FC to make code for LinuxCNC.
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27 Aug 2022 17:50 #250588
by gene_weber
Replied by gene_weber on topic SolidWorks for makers, post processor for LinuxCNC?
@ikkuh, I'm new to CNC, in the process of setting up my first mill. I also draw parts in SolidWorks (3DEXPERIENCE for Makers). I'm trying to figure out the cleanest low $$ path to get from the part drawing to GCODE to run the mill.
I have used FreeCAD in the past. I have zero experience with LinuxCNC. So you import an STL into FreeCAD and use Path Workbench. What do you output from Path Workbench? I have my mill, but have not selected controller, SW, or steppers/servos yet. I'm trying to understand the flow better before I spend $$.
Thanks for any insights.
I have used FreeCAD in the past. I have zero experience with LinuxCNC. So you import an STL into FreeCAD and use Path Workbench. What do you output from Path Workbench? I have my mill, but have not selected controller, SW, or steppers/servos yet. I'm trying to understand the flow better before I spend $$.
Thanks for any insights.
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27 Aug 2022 19:14 #250592
by tommylight
Replied by tommylight on topic SolidWorks for makers, post processor for LinuxCNC?
Ikkuh mentioned STEP files, not STL, and the Path workbench outputs gcode ready for use with cnc machines, in this case for use with LinuxCNC.
I used lately FreeCAD to design a new cnc engraver, after a bit of getting used to i really like it, but i use it for exporting STL and 3D printing the parts.
Did not have a chance to check Path workbench yet, mostly becouse i have to build a mill first.
Assembly3 workbench works nicely.
I used lately FreeCAD to design a new cnc engraver, after a bit of getting used to i really like it, but i use it for exporting STL and 3D printing the parts.
Did not have a chance to check Path workbench yet, mostly becouse i have to build a mill first.
Assembly3 workbench works nicely.
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