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I think the only real options are: * FreeCAD - Very powerful, very buggy/unstable. * SolveSpace - Very powerful, takes time to understand the interface. * Op
by thdrdt 6y ago
I think the only real options are:
* FreeCAD - Very powerful, very buggy/unstable.
* SolveSpace - Very powerful, takes time to understand the interface.
* OpenSCAD - Great for simpler objects.
* Blender - Not very good for CAD modeling, but with non-destructive modifiers and the new Extrude Manifold it can be used.
Personally I use Blender all the time for 3D printing. There are some tricks that can help a lot with precise modeling. For example you can draw a plane, but instead of extruding it you can use the solidify modifier to give it thickness. Then the thickness is non destructive.
You can also view all edge lengths which help you to check if everything is ok.
Since v2.9 you can now use Extrude Manifold which is not precise but works a little like Sketchup making some modeling much easier.
And a lot of time my workflow is: Create something in FreeCAD/OpenSCAD -> export to Blender (STL) -> add finishing touches -> 3D print.
- win_ini 6y agoThanks for explaining your workflow, I’ve been focused on using one program to create/export/print but you’ve inspired me to try Using CAD + Blender.
- ehnto 6y agoI think your workflow is what I will end up doing. I am usually making parts that have precise dimensions which Blender doesn't facilitate well, but I also want them to look interesting which is where Blender gets fairly intuitive.
- frafra 6y agoDo you use Precision Drawing Tools (PDT) released with Blender 2.82?