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G-Code, CAD, and CAM => G-Code, CAD, and CAM discussions => Topic started by: stephanisk on September 12, 2016, 08:13:13 PM

Title: what cad/cam for 4 axis machine (3 axis and Rotary attachment)
Post by: stephanisk on September 12, 2016, 08:13:13 PM

Hello mach3 users,

I have a question. For several months now i have been working with mach3 and solidcam but i am having an issue now.

I want to start using my Rotary attachment but i have no clue what cad/cam software would allow me to import stl from solidworks so i can make my gcode for turn-milling table legs?

Who is willing to put me on my way, i would be most grateful.

Thanks,

Stephane

Title: Re: what cad/cam for 4 axis machine (3 axis and Rotary attachment)
Post by: Tweakie.CNC on September 13, 2016, 01:21:17 AM

Two that come to mind are MeshCam and Desk Proto.

If you do a web search for .stl to Gcode there are quite a few more to choose from.

Tweakie.

Title: Re: what cad/cam for 4 axis machine (3 axis and Rotary attachment)
Post by: stephanisk on September 13, 2016, 04:57:03 AM

Hi,

Ok but they have a postpro for mach3?

Stephane

Title: Re: what cad/cam for 4 axis machine (3 axis and Rotary attachment)
Post by: Tweakie.CNC on September 13, 2016, 05:48:13 AM

I have used both MeshCam and DeskProto in the past but only for 3 axis work.

You will need to check out their websites but DeskProto certainly has a 4 axis post processor which is suitable for use with Mach3 and I am sure MeshCam will be the same.

Tweakie.