If you want to try the latest development version, there already is a tool for that implemented.

Of course!

FreeCAD 1.1.1 released Hot on the heals of version 1.1.0 we are pleased to announce the release of version 1.1.1. You can check out the release notes and the full change log on the repository, it's fair to say that there…

FreeCAD 1.1.1 is out: a fast follow-up to 1.1.0 with many small fixes to improve day-to-day use. Download it from the release page and check the changelog:

blog.freecad.org/2026/04/15/f...

#FreeCAD #OpenSource #CAD

The third post in my series on making a Metal Gear is up!

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#metal-gear-solid #metal-gear-mk.II #robotics #freecad

A screenshot of FreeCAD showing my "Tom's WIDE Pill Case" project. On the left, you can see a VarSet with many variables that drive the design of the models.

I ported my #PublicDomain WIDE Pill Case to #FreeCAD. You can get it here: www.printables.com/model/149421...

This port was a bit more challenging since it uses a lot more object references/patterns. With this port, I've decided to move to FreeCAD for all my future projects.

Thanks FreeCAD ❤️ !

Turning A Bluetooth Caliper Into A FreeCAD Input Device It’s a common ritual: whipping out those calipers or similar measuring devices to measure part of a physical object that we’re trying to transfer into a digital model in an application …

Turning A Bluetooth Caliper Into A #FreeCAD Input Device via Hackaday
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I used #FreeCAD to design the cover and spacer for my electric guitar’s 3-way switch. If this switch is directly installed on the guard plate, the exposed part of the selector handle will be too short. Using a 1-millimeter aluminum alloy cover with a spacer is very suitable.

#FreeCAD が1.1になったのだが、オブジェクト個別のカスタムカラーが全部破壊されて参った。しかも色選択ダイアログがWindows風からmacosシステムデフォルトに入れ替わって戻す方法もなく混乱。まあメモリ消費が多少減りレンダリングは早くなり3点照明採用で正面向きの白トビがなくなったのは良い。のだが、なぜかスケっチャー画面がVGA見たいなやたら低解像度になってしまい、ズームアウトすると全部潰れてしまうようになった。Retina解像度を認識できなくなったなコイツ？？あと相変わらずツールバーの設定がCommit出来ずにすぐ壊れるのが治ってないし。

Two pictures, spliced together side by side. In the left one, I'm holding a light grey, 3D printed collar with a conical top to allow the screw to sit down in it (as shown in the picture on the right). In the right picture, the sharp end of the screw protrudes from the base of the collar.

The face plate for the piece I'm building is going to be attached to the wooden frame behind it. The acrylic isn't thick enough to allow for countersunk holes, so I designed "collars" that are conical to allow the screw to sit down in them. This is version 3.

#Maker #FreeCad #3DPrinting

This week, I created this dispenser for AA and AAA batteries in #FreeCAD.

The FreeCAD file and STL can be found on Printables.

www.printables.com/model/1676944-ultimate-d...

#FreeCADFriday #diy #3dprinting #cad

It's #FreeCADFriday - show us what you're building, fixing, or experimenting with in FreeCAD.

Share your screenshots, renders, WIPs, macros, addons, or finished models and tag them with #FreeCADFriday so the community can see and discuss them.

#FreeCAD #CAD #OpenSource #Make #CAM #3DPrinting

Q1 2026 grants announced The FPA members have voted for Q1 2026 grants. The following work will be paid for once completed: Websites improvements - Step 2.1: Modernize Doxygen setup and output by @marcuspollio. The existin…

Q1 2026 grants selected: funding covers website docs overhaul, Assembly & Sketcher development, CAM kernel upgrade, new ISO symbols in TechDraw, and Lens platform improvements.

Your donations will enable more in the future!

blog.freecad.org/2026/04/06/q...
#FreeCAD #OpenSource #CAD #Grants #FOSS

FreeCAD: It IS Rocket Science! In full disclosure the author of this post is involved in model, amateur and high power rocketry so forgive their over excitement! The National Association of Rocketry in the USA has run NARCON a r…

Turns out FreeCAD literally is rocket science. The Rocket Workbench + CfdOF are being used to analyse rocket stability and drag with CFD. Read the story:

blog.freecad.org/2026/04/03/freecad-it-is-rocket-science/

#FreeCAD #CAD #OpenSource #Maker #Rocket #Rocketry

This is on my list of tutorials to do! I did the bike frame a couple of weeks ago. Love the animation and exploded view!

Something simple today, a friend needed something to wrap her embroidery thread around that fit's the dimensions of the storage box 🪡

It looks great 😃👍🏻

Happy Friday! What are you designing this week?

Share your FreeCAD projects below, screenshots, renders, videos, anything goes. We love to see what the community is building!

#FreeCAD #FreeCADFriday #CAD #OpenSource #CAM #3DPrinting #Maker

WIP Wednesday, 1 April 2026 WIP Wednesday: dozens of improvements in CAM, improved styling of cosmetic threads in accordance with ISO 6410-1, resetting and cenetering view on a NaviCube double-click, and many more improvements a...

153 PRs merged this week! Sketcher gets grid on by default, NaviCube now rotates and centers on double-click, plus a ton of CAM fixes.

blog.freecad.org/2026/04/01/wip-wednesday-1-april-2026/

#FreeCAD #WIPWednesday #CAD #OpenSource

What’s New in FreeCAD 1.1 Native IFC Modeling YouTube video by FCB Lounge

This video covers new features of native #IFC authoring in recently released #FreeCAD 1.1. Note that native IFC functionality is still work in progress:
youtu.be/tLyc84Xq4wQ

#OpenSource #FCBLounge #BIM #openBIM

A photograph of two 3D printed pill cases. On the left is the original 70mm model in black PETG. On the right is a larger model, 80mm, printed in white PETG.

I've been working on learning #FreeCAD recently. One of my larger learning projects has been to port some of my OnShape designs to FreeCAD so its easier for people to modify.

I'm happy to report that my pill case now has an associated FreeCAD document: www.printables.com/model/923492...

KiCad 10 and FreeCAD 1.1 are substantial YouTube video by Tech Dregs

Two major releases for @kicad.org and FreeCAD in the last weeks. The new versions offer manynnew improvements!

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#FreeCAD #KiCAD #OpenSource #FOSS #CAD

I'll have to take some screen shots of my basic model later today. I was able to get a working handle for my drawing tablet holder, on my adjustable arm. I ordered an aluminum rod and got a perfect version on the second try. I may do another set for the to to better manipulate the screen.

FreeCAD: Your own 3D parametric modeler FreeCAD, the open source 3D parametric modeler

Help the development of FreeCAD by installing the optional Telemetry addon via the Addon Manager.

If gives developers insights on how the app is used by collecting anonymous data with respect for your privacy (GDPR-compliant).

See the data: www.freecad.org/telemetry.php

#FreeCAD #OpenSource #FOSS

Nice!

"FreeCAD 1.1 is amazing. I used it to replace a broken bracket on a scooter by drawing and printing it myself."

Assessing the Accuracy of Aerodynamics Simulation Through CFD and Flight Testing—Karbon YouTube video by National Association of Rocketry (NAR)

A great study using FreeCAD Rocket Workbench and CfdOF workbenches. Comparing predictions to reality! #FreeCAD

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It's #FreeCADFriday! FreeCAD 1.1 just dropped this week. Have you tried it yet?

Share your projects, first impressions or feedback below. We want to hear from you!

#FreeCAD #OpenSource #CAD

It is! You can even create datum points for COG or coordinate system for inertie prinicple axes.

WIP Wednesday, 25 March 2026 FreeCAD 1.1 is now out, maintainers will keep backporting some changes from the main development branch to the 1.1 branch for future bugfix releases. This week in FreeCAD development: Sketcher: wil…

FreeCAD 1.1 is out and 1.2-dev is already rolling.
New this week: mass properties tool for volume, COG and inertia.
Plus 100 PRs merged!

blog.freecad.org/2026/03/25/wip-wednesday-25-march-2026/

#FreeCAD #WIPWednesday #CAD #OpenSource

How FreeCAD uses Pixi This is a guest blog post by Jackson Oursland - a FreeCAD maintainer and esteemed member of the conda-forge and Pixi community! FreeCAD uses Conda packages to build AppImages, DMG and Windows artifacts. Pixi greatly simplifies the developer workflow.

Read more about FreeCAD & Pixi in this blog post: prefix.dev/blog/how-fr...