Blender CAM

What is Blender CAM?

Blender CAM is an open-source solution for computer-aided machining (CAM), providing a g-code generation tool as an add-on for the free, open-source Blender 3D modeling software. This versatile tool has been utilized in numerous milling projects and continues to be actively developed. Blender CAM offers a range of features catering to the needs of artistic and industrial applications, including support for various milling strategies, cutter types, and depth image processing. Users can work with 3D data, leverage layers and skin for roughing, and take advantage of inverse milling capabilities. The tool also provides options for ambient protection around models, stay-low movement, material size setup, and 3D operation simulation. Blender CAM's background computing functionality allows users to continue working while operations are being processed, further enhancing productivity. Additionally, the application supports features such as helix entry, arc retract, ramp down, and automatic bridges for cutout operations, as well as chain export and simulation capabilities. Blender CAM's g-code export capabilities cover various machines, leveraging the nc BSD library from HeeksCNC

Highlights

• Support for 2D and 3D milling strategies
• Diverse cutter types, including ball, flat, and v-carve with variable angles
• Ability to work with 3D data or depth images
• Layers and skin for roughing operations
• Inverse milling capabilities
• Ambient protection options for vertical surfaces
• Stay-low movement and material size setup features
• 3D operation simulation with background computing