OttoCAM
This app is a Mac/Windows CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) tool that aims to make CAM for makers, DIYers, and hobbyists as easy as slicing for a 3D printer. Users can load a STEP file, press a button, and have the CAM "just happen," while still offering overrides and custom controls. It supports adaptive toolpaths and native STEP files rather than only STL files. It is free while in beta, and when it goes paid it will be a single affordable purchase (like Lightburn).
What it addresses
Existing CAM options are limited: Fusion 360 is bulky, crashy, and slow, while KiriMoto and many others only handle STL files and lack adaptive toolpaths.
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OttoCAM
This app is a Mac/Windows CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) tool that aims to make CAM for makers, DIYers, and hobbyists as easy as slicing for a 3D printer. Users can load a STEP file, press a button, and have the CAM "just happen," while still offering overrides and custom controls. It supports adaptive toolpaths and native STEP files rather than only STL files. It is free while in beta, and when it goes paid it will be a single affordable purchase (like Lightburn).
Problem: Existing CAM options are limited: Fusion 360 is bulky, crashy, and slow, while KiriMoto and many others only handle STL files and lack adaptive toolpaths.
Audience: makers/diy/hobby folks
Posted by @cmlars · Original comment ↗
“I’m working on OttoCAM (http://ottocam.com) - a Mac/Windows CAM app that aims to make CAM for makers/diy/hobby folks as easy as slicing for a 3d printer.”