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  1. #1
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    meshcam alternative for newbie

    I have been using meshcam (free 14 day trial) and it works fine, but CNC will be a hobby with a cheap Chinese milling machine. They want $250 for the standard version and that is just too much for an occasional hobby user.

    What might be a reasonable alternative? I wouldn't mind paying up to $100 if needed.
    The easier the UI the better.

  2. #2

    Re: meshcam alternative for newbie

    Hello,

    for 2.5D operations you can use temujin.ai/CAM it is free.

    Best regards

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    Re: meshcam alternative for newbie

    Quote Originally Posted by temujin_T View Post
    Hello,

    for 2.5D operations you can use temujin.ai/CAM it is free.

    Best regards
    Thank you... I'll check it out!

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    Re: meshcam alternative for newbie

    If you want full 3D capability, there's a free edition of DeskProto: https://www.deskproto.com/products/free-ed.php If you want more features you can upgrade to the Entry Level edition or the Multi-Axis version, which supports a 4th axis and has special pricing for hobbyists.
    Andrew Werby
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    Re: meshcam alternative for newbie

    Quote Originally Posted by awerby View Post
    If you want full 3D capability, there's a free edition of DeskProto: https://www.deskproto.com/products/free-ed.php If you want more features you can upgrade to the Entry Level edition or the Multi-Axis version, which supports a 4th axis and has special pricing for hobbyists.
    Thank you, I will try that one too.

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