Top 15 PyCAM Alternative and Similar Softwares | May 2024

PyCAM is a toolpath generator for 3-axis CNC machining. It loads 3D models in STL format or 2D contour models from DXF or SVG files. The resulting GCode can be used with EMC2 or any other machine controller.

PyCAM supports a wide range of toolpath strategies for 3D models and 2D contour models.
PyCAM runs on Linux, Windows and MacOS (with MacPorts). It is free software licensed under the GPL v3.

1. Blender CAM

Blender CAM Blender CAM is an open source solution for artistic CAM - Computer aided machining - a g-code generation tool.It has been used for many milling projects, and is actively developed. If you are a developer who would like to help, don't hesistate to contact me.Features:Several milling strategies for 2D and......

2. Mastercam

Mastercam Mastercam is the most widely used CAM software worldwide* and remains the program of choice among CNC programmers. Mastercam Mill is the next generation of our popular program, delivering the most comprehensive milling package with powerful new toolpaths and techniques.Mastercam gives your shop the best possible foundation for fast and......

3. Edgecam

Edgecam Edgecam is a market leading computer aided manufacturing (CAM) system for NC part programming. With unparalleled ease of use and sophisticated toolpath generation, it’s the only CAM system you’ll need for milling, turning and mill-turn machining.Edgecam utilises your in house knowledge and experience to drive the CAM process with automation......

4. ECam

ECam ECAM is a programming system for CNC lathes and machining centers. He combines features of CAD / CAM systems with typical features of conversational programming.It is not necessary experience with CAD/CAM systems to use this software.......

5. SolidCAM

SolidCAM SolidCAM – The Leading Integrated CAM Solution with the Amazing iMachining TechnologyThe ‘Best-in-Class’ CAM Solution for Efficient & Profitable CNC-Programming Inside Your CADAmazing iMachining technology..SolidCAM provides the great value of the revolutionary and amazing iMachining technology. iMachining saves 70% and more in CNC machining timeiMachining extends cutting tool life dramaticallyThe......

6. EdytorNC

EdytorNC EdytorNC is text editor for CNC programmers. Some features : bolt holes calculation; solutions of triangles calculation; speed, feed calculation; conversion inch/mm, mm/inch; code colouring; RS232 data transmission with automatic file saving and possibility to download new CNC program directly from machine (beta function, look in tool tips in serial......

7. LinuxCNC (the Enhanced Machine Control)

LinuxCNC (the Enhanced Machine Control) Enhanced Machine Controller project, (or simply EMC) is a software system for computer control of machines such as milling machines, lathes, plasma cutters, cutting machines, robots, hexapods, etc. EMC2 is a descendent of the original EMC software, which is in the Public Domain.EMC2 has many exciting new features and brings......

8. 3DRACS

3DRACS 3DRACS is a feature-packed application that can be used for a wide range of 3D Graphics and Rendering tasks, as well as it can be used for Real-time Structured Light 3D Scanning, Real-time Virtual 3D Scanning, Triangular Subdivision, Smoothing, Fairing, Cleaning, Texturing, Polygon Reduction, and CNC Cutting Simulation, etc. 3DRACS......

9. ARTCLIP-3D

ARTCLIP-3D Born from the partnership of a world-renowned Software Company and the largest 3D models library. ARTCLIP-3D brings: • Extensive libraries of over 1,500’s (and growing…) 3D models to download from Vectorclip3D, • Easy-to-carve 3D models: combine, resize... several models together designing your owns projects, • Professional tool-path......

10. tkCNC Editor

tkCNC Editor tkCNC Editor is a text editor, specialy designed for NC code (G-code) editing for CNC machines. It is used by CNC programmers and operators for fast editing and control of NC code.......

11. DXF2Gcode

DXF2Gcode IntroductionAlthough we aim to make DXF2GCODE work on all major platforms, we would like it if you test it on other platforms (and report the result back to us).This page tells you how to install the program on Windows and LinuxInstallation on WindowsThere are two ways to install the program......

12. Mach3

Mach3 Mach3 is very popular among the Hobby CNC community. Artsoft produces Mach3 software and has been around for some time. This software can be used as a fully functional CNC control or used as a CNC simulator for training, learning or testing CNC programs. This is also a great CNC......

13. FoamWorks

FoamWorks FoamWorks 4.0 is the 4th program in a line of software releases designed to make hot wire foam cutting as easy as possible.Past version of FoamWorks not only generated the required cut files to execute a cut but they also were designed to run the foam cutting equipment. FoamWorks 4.0......

14. JediCut

JediCut Jedicut, a software for hot wire cuttingJedicut is a free software controlling 4 axis CNC machines to make hot wire cuttings.Jedicut was born after my meeting with a modeler who designed one of the first 4 axis CNC in France. He used a very basic software bridging the potential of......

15. CST MICROWAVE STUDIO

CST MICROWAVE STUDIO CST MICROWAVE STUDIO (CST MWS) is a specialist tool for the 3D EM simulation of high frequency components. The unparalleled performance of CST MWS makes it the first choice in technology leading R&D departments.CST MWS enables the fast and accurate analysis of high frequency (HF) devices such as antennas, filters,......