FreeCAD and CNC machining - Basic profile and pocket toolpaths

In this video I will use the open source software Freecad and prepare a milling job for my Genmitsu 4030 CNC. The aim is to mill a profile and pocket toolpath. The stock material I am using is a fairly hard maple plywood.The stock material I am using is a fairly hard maple plywood. We will design a simple 3D object with a pocket, prepare the model for CNC machining, create the toolpaths, prepare the post processing and exporting the GRBL based GCODE code and finally mill the pocket with my genmitsu 4030 CNC. In case you want to understand CNC programming and GCode in more detail, you can check the additional videos that cover the topic: Introduction to the CNC universe CAD, CAM, GCODE, GRBL and related tools with a Genmitsu 4030 - https://youtu.be/3rCzx4_e_n8 Manual GCode Programming Part-1 - Commands, registers, workspace and basic movement - https://youtu.be/DumVXMBEInU Manual GCode Programming Part-2 - Linear movement, milling and work coordinate systems - https://youtu.be/n4jq095PqP0 Manual GCode Programming Part-3 - Circular movement, absolute and relative positioning - https://youtu.be/Tb3jR4ENsp4 Links: https://www.freecadweb.org/ Genmitsu ressources ProVerXL 4030 https://docs.sainsmart.com/article/vdgvaufcu1-genmitsu-prover-xl-4030-resources Image links: n.n. Here are some affiliate links and product offers to the tools and materials I like. If you purchase through these affiliate links, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Happy browsing! ----- MAKER CNC consumer machine - good price performance ratio: https://amzn.to/3ShwOGt 3D PRINTER BEGINNERS: https://amzn.to/3tNYLf5 3D PRINTER 4 ENTHUSIASTS (Many materials, heating chamber, and a lot more): https://amzn.to/46Nb4XA 3D PRINTER FOR SCHOOLS, MAKER SPACE OR SMALL BUSINESS: https://amzn.to/46Ne7Pg FILAMENT DRYER (a less expensive one): https://amzn.to/40b4qI5 FILAMENT DRYER (a more expensive one, but for 2 roles of filament): https://amzn.to/3SeXbwM FILAMENT PLA: https://amzn.to/40tR2iB FILAMENT DRYER PLA+https://amzn.to/3sek2xO ----- WORKSHOP ADHESIVE TAPE : https://amzn.to/47khJsA ANGLE MEASURER : https://amzn.to/46mCHWu BANDSAW : https://amzn.to/3um5ZXQ CHAMFER PLANNER : https://amzn.to/3SPHbSd CIRCULAR SAW : https://amzn.to/3FwOCWr COMBI ANGLE : https://amzn.to/3SMSnyY DIP SAW : https://amzn.to/3GacoIq DRILL SET : https://amzn.to/3usRC4c EDGE MILL : https://amzn.to/3RaPebe FORSTNER BIT SET : https://amzn.to/3MmBFCv FORSTNER BIT SET : https://amzn.to/45HTq6h FORSTNER DRILL BIT SET 35-68 (TURNER) : https://amzn.to/3MjAEem GERMAN SMOOTHING SAW : https://amzn.to/3QyNHve GUIDE FOR CIRCULAR SAW : https://amzn.to/3FyHEAk JAPAHANDSAW RYOBA : https://amzn.to/40hnCUM JAPANESE HANDSAW DOZUKI : https://amzn.to/3se7qGX JAPANESE HANDSAW KATABA : https://amzn.to/3tPAFAw JAPANESE SMOOTHING PLANE : https://amzn.to/3Sfckhu KAPP SAW : https://amzn.to/49HNnlf LEAD PENCIL : https://amzn.to/3QO7ZQ9 LEAF SAW : https://amzn.to/47FV9KF LINE GAUGE : https://amzn.to/40TCSYc MEASURING TAPE : https://amzn.to/3SPaQL9 MINI ANGLE : https://amzn.to/47kq5At RULER : https://amzn.to/47qQbSf SCORING RULER : https://amzn.to/46lM0pC SCRAPER BLADES : https://amzn.to/3Nf40eH SCRAPER STEEL : https://amzn.to/3G8HHDb SECOND GLUE ACTIVATOR : https://amzn.to/47D5erK SECONDARY ADHESIVE : https://amzn.to/3SNyM1y SHEARING SET : https://amzn.to/40JFKqv STOP CENTER SQUARE : https://amzn.to/3FA0B5U TABLE SAW : https://amzn.to/47ZxHID TOP MILL : https://amzn.to/40Pm3xC WET SANDING SYSTEM : https://amzn.to/3Q7ksyd WET SANDING SYSTEM : https://amzn.to/3s2ztcC Music: n.n Disclaimer: The information in this video is for demonstration purposes only and not a tutorial, not a working instruction or guide in any way. Imitating the video's actions, working steps or replicating the workpieces is at your own risk. The author and publisher of the video is not to be liable for direct, indirect or consequential damages or for any loss of revenue, profits arising in connection with using this site or material. This includes, but is not limited to, medical, physical and psychological effects. ============================================================= Affiliate Disclaimer: We earn commission from affiliate partnerships for some of the reviews and promotions found on this page. Despite this, our reviews are based on our honest opinions, experiences, and views regarding the products or services. Our aim is to assist you in making informed buying choices, but please note that our opinions and views are solely our own. We advise you to conduct your own research to confirm any statements, outcomes, and data before making a purchase. Please be aware that by clicking on links or buying products we recommend on this page, we may receive a commission, and you should presume that we are compensated for any purchases you make. ============================================================