
Runs under Linux (optionally with realtime extensions).Simple installation on Debian and Ubuntu, or via our Live/Install DVD/USB images.Accepts G-code input, drives CNC machines in response.Compatible with many popular machine control hardware interfaces.


The resulting G-Code can be used with LinuxCNC or any other machine controller. P圜AM supports a wide range of toolpath strategies for 3D models and 2D contour models. Take a look at the Features page for a full list features. OpenBuilds CONTROL - Machine Interface Controller It is free software licensed under the GPL v3. OpenBuilds CONTROL is an application for connecting to, and controlling, your CNC, Laser, Plasma or Dragknife machine. Flatten/Surface your spoilboard / stock.Setup toolpaths for CNC Routing, Laser cutting, Plasma Cutting and Dragknives.Import DXF/SVG/PNG/BMP/JPG/Gerber/Excellon files.OpenBuilds CAM is a web-based application for converting SVG, DXF and Bitmap drawings, to GCODE for use with your CNC, Laser, Plasma or Dragknife Machine and even help with your Firmware configuration. Good CAM software is not inexpensive - typically a lot more expensive than say AutoCAD.Grbl is a no-compromise, high performance, low cost alternative to parallel-port-based motion control for CNC milling. You also have to know the specific CNC machine and the type/model of controller fitted to it so that the code is compatible. You might wish to contact your local polytechnic/training organisation or speak to an existing user who might as a gesture of goodwill or modest fee create the code for you. It is common to be able to download a limited time version of some software but in the CAM area the limit is often that it will not produce G & M code output, but you can learn the software and see the toolpaths on the screen. A users usually has to have a good understanding of machining processes, tooling etc. It usually has a significant training and support component/requirement as well.

As you have found free software usually has limitations (as you might expect) as CAM software is not easy to write and goes to a limited, critical, demanding market.
