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There are a lot of different options for preparing a g-code file which can be loaded onto the CNC to cut a design. Some examples include;
There are a lot of different options for preparing a g-code file which can be loaded onto the CNC to cut a design. Some examples include;
3D Packages
* Autodesk Fusion 360 (Free for hobbyists and students, Windows / OSX) http://www.autodesk.co.uk/products/fusion-360/overview


2D Packages
2D Packages
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* Cambam (LHS has a license, installed on the Robotics CAD/CAM laptop) http://www.cambam.info/
* Cambam (LHS has a license, installed on the Robotics CAD/CAM laptop) http://www.cambam.info/


3D Packages
* Autodesk Fusion 360 (Free for hobbyists and students, Windows / OSX) http://www.autodesk.co.uk/products/fusion-360/overview


When using Fusion 360, in order to post to the Hackspace CNC machines, the "Generic EMC2" post-processor should be selected when finally saving the g-code file. LinuxCNC recognises the "ngc" file extension although any extension can be used.
When using Fusion 360, in order to post to the Hackspace CNC machines, the "Generic EMC2" post-processor should be selected when finally saving the g-code file. LinuxCNC recognises the "ngc" file extension although any extension can be used.
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