(03-14-2012, 09:33 AM)arvidj Wrote: And is there anything out there that is reasonably prices [that would be a few hundred dollars] that would allow me to do 3D modeling? The desire is to have a 3D model of the mill and be able to create the components necessary to mount the CNC items on it virtually to explore possibilities before committing it to a metal reality.
Hi Arvidj,
There is Alibre ..... https://www.alibre.com/
This does 3D modelling, and for home use it is a couple of hundred $. (it was $100)
It is quite a steep learning curve (they all are) but it does come with tutorials which are easy to understand and follow.
Worth having a look at.
Also there is this may be helpful http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/...ic=11072.0
DaveH