bCNC vs DerpCAM

bCNC

GRBL CNC command sender, autoleveler and g-code editor (by vlachoudis)

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DerpCAM

A 2.5D CAM package/toolpath generator for 3-axis CNC routers and mills (by kfoltman)

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bCNC		DerpCAM
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14	Mentions	3
1,520	Stars	15
-	Growth	-
7.0	Activity	0.0
5 days ago	Latest Commit	2 months ago
Python	Language	Python
GNU General Public License v3.0 only	License	GNU General Public License v3.0 only

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bCNC

Posts with mentions or reviews of bCNC. We have used some of these posts to build our list of alternatives and similar projects. The last one was on 2023-04-07.

If I don't use Windows or Mac and only use Linux, will I run into a lot of compatibility issues?
7 projects | /r/hobbycnc | 7 Apr 2023

For 2.5d, look at bCNC. https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC/wiki It is a combined CAM and sender for GRBL based CNC machines. It imports .dxf files and has enough CAM functionality to be useful. The UI is a bit eccentric (A common pattern) but stick with it; bCNC was my go to CAM for years.
What's the best Gcode sender out there?
2 projects | /r/hobbycnc | 6 Dec 2022
Alternative to Candle/grblControl that includes finding center of holes and workpieces?
2 projects | /r/hobbycnc | 28 Nov 2022
Has anyone LinuxCNC on Orange Pi 800 experience?
1 project | /r/hobbycnc | 16 Oct 2022

Can install straight from pip which is nice. https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC
Out of sheer interest: What is your guys' job? And if you are not working already, what degree to you study? Or what else are you doing?
1 project | /r/aoe3 | 7 Sep 2022

What about putting together the two jobs!?!? https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC this is a CNC controller for GRBL made in python. i use it with my home made cnc milling machine :)
Anyone out there using a BL touch to align their 3018 mill?
1 project | /r/3018CNC | 4 Sep 2022

bCNC can do this; https://github.com/vlachoudis/bCNC/wiki/AutoLevel
Python GCode Client for GRBL
2 projects | /r/CNC | 2 Sep 2022

If you are after a Python client for GRBL, give bCNC a try. I use it on my own setup and love it.
hey! i'm planning to get into arduino and had a couple questions (in comments)
3 projects | /r/arduino | 19 Apr 2022
Hey guys, do you know what to use for creating gcodes, except inkscape (the old version where the extension works is not working with my newer mac). I have build a plotter with cnc shield running on grbl. Which means i have a servo and cant use Fusion 360. i think…
1 project | /r/arduino | 3 Mar 2022

Maybe bCNC could do the job? Haven’t tested it but it sounds promising
Buying guide?
3 projects | /r/3018CNC | 9 Nov 2021

bCNC (Win, Mac, Linux)

DerpCAM

Posts with mentions or reviews of DerpCAM. We have used some of these posts to build our list of alternatives and similar projects. The last one was on 2023-04-07.

CAM FOSS
1 project | /r/hobbycnc | 28 Jun 2023

https://github.com/kfoltman/DerpCAM --- /r/hobbycnc/comments/z7c5ku/a_friend_and_i_have_been_working_on_25d_cam/
If I don't use Windows or Mac and only use Linux, will I run into a lot of compatibility issues?
7 projects | /r/hobbycnc | 7 Apr 2023

DerpCAM is what I'm currently using. Disclaimer: a good friend of mine is the lead developer and I've been heavily involved in the testing and feedback process. It's in the relatively early stages of development but it's all I use for 2.5d work. https://github.com/kfoltman/DerpCAM I made a few YouTube videos about it. Eg: https://youtu.be/eU6pck5KVbg More functionality is on the way. Take a look at some of the other GitHub branches to see what's coming.
A friend and i have been working on 2.5D CAM software as a hobby project. The primary motivation is to fill a gap in our own tool chain but it's at the stage it's quite useful so thought i'd share.
3 projects | /r/hobbycnc | 28 Nov 2022

What are some alternatives?

When comparing bCNC and DerpCAM you can also consider the following projects:

Candle - GRBL controller application with G-Code visualizer written in Qt.

meshmill - The world's greatest open source 3D CAM software. (Maybe one day.)

cncjs - A web-based interface for CNC milling controller running Grbl, Marlin, Smoothieware, or TinyG.

LibreCAD - LibreCAD is a cross-platform 2D CAD program written in C++17. It can read DXF/DWG files and can write DXF/PDF/SVG files. It supports point/line/circle/ellipse/parabola/spline primitives. The user interface is highly customizable, and has dozens of translations.

GRBL-Plotter - A GCode sender (not only for lasers or plotters) for up to two GRBL controller. SVG, DXF, HPGL import. 6 axis DRO.

gcodepreview - OpenSCAD library for moving a tool in lines and arcs so as to model how a part would be cut using G-Code.

MKS-SERVO42C - MKS SERVO42C, an upgraded version of MKS SERVO42B, built-in Field-Oriented control algorithm, position/speed/ torque closed-loop, 4 Half bridge driver with 8 MOSFET, it makes the motor quieter, lower vibration and Lower calorific.

FreeCAD - This is the official source code of FreeCAD, a free and opensource multiplatform 3D parametric modeler.

candle - Minimalist ML framework for Rust

gsender - Connect to and control Grbl-based CNCs with ease

grbl - An open source, embedded, high performance g-code-parser and CNC milling controller written in optimized C that will run on a straight Arduino