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4 axis mill 3D model software
« on: September 07, 2013, 12:59:39 PM »
Hi all, I'm sure this had been discussed before but I can't find the answer. In fact I am sure I have posted this question on this sight some time ago but did not get a response.

Could somebody point me in the right direction for 3D CAM software. I have had my mill for 8 years now and have always used LasyCam and CAMBam.

I have never found a way to use my 4th axis for 3D milling and don't know where to start.

I thought I would have found CAM software that I could import an obj of something and by using the 4th axis and so on to G-Code.

The only software I could find is relay expensive and beyond my reach. (dolphin for example).

Any pointers please.

Your's gratefully,
Anthony
Re: 4 axis mill 3D model software
« Reply #1 on: September 07, 2013, 02:14:27 PM »
Try vectric cut 3d, good program for 3d stuff. Try a free trial and see if you like it.
Re: 4 axis mill 3D model software
« Reply #2 on: September 07, 2013, 02:21:49 PM »
Hello pakirk:

Have a look at Desk Proto V6.

http://www.deskproto.com/products/newinv6.htm

Look at the page for pricing. They have a "Hobby" version license for the multi-axis at 248.00 Euro, plus VAT. 
I am not a user, but have seen it mentioned on a web site dedicated to multi-axis machining; a non-Mach3 European web site.
It looks impressive.

John


Re: 4 axis mill 3D model software
« Reply #3 on: September 07, 2013, 04:36:22 PM »
Also, have a look at CNC Wrapper. It is a Gcode conversion program for $25.00.

http://www.cncwrapper.com/index.htm

Re: 4 axis mill 3D model software
« Reply #4 on: October 16, 2013, 10:53:22 AM »
MeshCAM Art is a great program for 3D sculpting from simple bitmaps. Then, (as mentioned in last post, above) convert the g-code using CNC Wrapper to generate the 4th axis toolpath.