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CNC workflow : Using Sketch-up and MakerCam

2014/03/13 6:57 pm / Leave a Comment /

Sketchup is handy tool cad tool for creating 3D models. It can actually also be used to create work files for CNC routers. The following video explains how to create a drawing in Sketchup, convert it to a SVG file. Then with the help of an online tool called http://www.makercam.com/ generate the G-Code needed to run … Read More →

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Blender – The next step after Sketchup

2013/03/29 4:00 am / Leave a Comment /

I have used Sketchup to make models for my 3D printer for a while.  Sketchup is a very capable tool but it does have its limitations. Rounding edges and creating natural shapes are some of them. Keeping with free software I decided to looking into Blender. Blender is a very powerful 3d modeling tool but has a … Read More →

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