FreeCad post processor for Masso G3, in pre-release

CAD (Design) Software FreeCad
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Folks here know I am fond of FreeCad. Well, I have started to actually contribute code. My first contribution is the Masso G3 post processor.

The Masso G3 post processor is based upon a refactored LinuxCNC post processor. The only difference at the moment is in the way tool changes occur. The LinuxCNC device is getting the sequence “M6 T#”, whereas the Masso G3 want “T# M6”.

This code is running correctly on my Elite Forman with an ATC. (10 tool, tool rack). Is there anyone else willing to kick the tires on the code?

Thanks
Carl

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I have a BB machine, otherwise I’d be glad to run some code. I’m getting friendly with FreeCAD, though, and appreciate your time and effort. Thank you for your contribution to FreeCAD!

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Are you using the LinuxCNC post processor?

And yes I use FreeCAD for more and more, I don’t see ever upgrading my VCarve Pro.

Are you using adaptive and rest machining?

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Ah, haven’t set up a gcode export profile for the BB rig yet. My Pops is still using vCarve for now.

I’m loving FreeCAD, but have only designed parts for 3D printing, so haven’t got a CAM workflow in place. That’s close to the top of my chore list. I wanna get Dad using FreeCAD so we can learn off each other.

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I am quite familiar with the BB … I had a Journeyman before upgrading, it is a really nice machine.

VCarve does a good job too, but as I got into assemblies, and mating up pieces VCarve ran out of gas.

Some of the youtubers I would recommend:

  • MangoJelly
  • Open Source CNC
  • WayOfWood

If that fails you reach out.

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Thanks so much, Carl!

I don’t know what I’m enjoying more - the machine, or the company of the people who use it.

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