DeskProto

DeskProto

Delft Spline Systems
PowerMill

PowerMill

Autodesk
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About

DeskProto is a 3D CAM program for 3-axis, 4-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines. It can import 2D vector files (DXF, SVG, EPS, AI), 3D geometry files (STL, DXF) and bitmap files (any digital image), calculate CNC toolpaths for that design, simulate the result, and finally export a toolpath file for the machine that you selected - a long list of supported machines is present. DeskProto is available in our different editions: Free, Entry, Expert and Multi-Axis. The last three need a paid license, hobbyist users can buy a low-cost hobby license .

About

Fusion 360 with PowerMill® CAM software provides expert CNC programming strategies for complex 3- and 5-axis manufacturing. Now includes access to Fusion 360, Fusion 360 Team, and advanced manufacturing capabilities through Fusion 360 extensions. Access a vast library of strategies in PowerMill. Reduce programming times with rapid toolpath calculation. Simulate, verify, and optimize motion of CNC machines and industrial robots. Fusion 360 offers 3D modeling, generative design, simulation, electronics, collaboration, and more. Get modeling for manufacture tools to help prepare complex geometry for better CAM programming. Use simulation tools to improve plastic part designs and optimize the mold tools used to make them. This US manufacturer uses a combination of Autodesk Moldflow, PowerMill, and PowerShape in the design and manufacture of high-quality injection molds.

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Platforms Supported

Windows
Mac
Linux
Cloud
On-Premises
iPhone
iPad
Android
Chromebook

Audience

Designers, moldmakers, artists, woodworkers, educators, hobbyists

Audience

Industries looking for a machining software for manufacturing

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

Support

Phone Support
24/7 Live Support
Online

API

Offers API

API

Offers API

Screenshots and Videos

Screenshots and Videos

Pricing

Free
Next to the Free edition three paid editions are available, prices range from EUR 145 to EUR 995.
Free Version
Free Trial

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version
Free Trial

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.5 / 5
ease 4.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 4.0 / 5
support 4.5 / 5

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 5.0 / 5
ease 5.0 / 5
features 5.0 / 5
design 5.0 / 5
support 5.0 / 5

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • all the features are there, some what easy to learn, much shorter learning curve than others, Wizards make it easy to set up a project. Low cost and no subscription needed.
  • Simple to use - the wizards really take the guesswork out of things for beginners. Scaleable - you can be as much in control of the process as you wish for, so it grows well with you as you grow in confidence

Cons

  • UI is a bit dated. Really no cons once you get used to the layout
  • I am unhappy that they have only just released the V-Carve solution. I have not yet upgraded to the Version 8 that incorporates this, as I have got used to making do with FEngrave. This would have been a nice to have before trying to go the hard route. I understand that tool paths can be broken, it would be nice (but potentially impossible to predict) to know this before embarking on a visualisation that just sits doing nothing for hours. Note I am still on V7, so this may be addressed in V8

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • - Very user friendly - Has multiple options for surface finishing - Functionality from 1 type of work to another is outstanding - Machine simulation - Constantly upgrading and making the programs more efficient - Great support all around

Cons

  • I honestly do not have a complaint about this software it has always been reliable and consistent.

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Training

Documentation
Webinars
Live Online
In Person

Company Information

Delft Spline Systems
Founded: 1984
Netherlands
www.deskproto.com

Company Information

Autodesk
Founded: 1982
United States
www.autodesk.com/products/powermill/overview

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Categories

Categories

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Features

Automatic Feature Recognition
CAD
CNC Machining
Custom Commands
Raw Material Management
Toolpath Simulation

Integrations

MacroFusion
Autodesk Fusion
Predator CNC Editor
Predator Software
Virtofy

Integrations

MacroFusion
Autodesk Fusion
Predator CNC Editor
Predator Software
Virtofy
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