MeshCAM Projects from Larry Wolcott

The following pictures are from Larry Wolcott, a MeshCAM user. It's notable that the object below is one of the first objects Larry has ever milled- not being content with regular 3D milling, he chose to start with the 2-Side machining option in the version 2 work-in-progress found here. All text below was added by me. Pictures were taken from http://www.larrywolcott.com/cnc/ with permission.


The geometry in SolidWorks

When using the 2-Side machining option it is critical to measure the stock accurately to ensure correct alignment.

The 2-Side machining is made possible by adding supports around the part to hold it in the frame.

The same geometry after adding supports.

The toolpath parameters dialog.

Defining a new tool.

A view of the toolpath in MeshCAM

A view of CutViewer simulating the gcode for the top

A view of CutViewer simulating the gcode for the bottom

Larry developed his own method for locating the zero point of the top and bottom of the stock using alignment pins

Removing the part from the frame.