Why Grabcam exists
Every machinist has programmed a part that someone else already figured out. The CAM file, the tool list, the feeds that worked, the workholding trick: that knowledge usually stays on one shop computer. Grabcam puts it in one place, next to the part, for every machine it was made on.
How it works
- Upload a part with the files people need to make it, and the setup you used to cut it.
- Others add setups for the same part on their machines: a Haas, a Tormach, a Shapeoko, a 5-axis. The part page shows them all.
- Your profile becomes your portfolio. It shows the parts and setups you shared and the machines you run, like Dribbble or Behance for machinists.
Who makes Grabcam
Grabcam is a project by Federal Consolidated. We are in beta, so things change quickly. Tell us what to build next at support@grabcam.net.
Frequently asked questions
Is Grabcam free?
Yes. Browsing and downloading need no account. A free account lets you upload parts, share setups, save bookmarks, and have a public profile.
What is a setup?
A setup is how one machinist cut one part: the machine, material, CAM software, CAM files or G-code, tools and feeds, stock size, cycle time, and notes. One part can have setups for many machines.
Which files can I upload?
Any file type, up to 200 MB per file. Common ones are STEP, IGES, STL, Fusion 360 (.f3d), Mastercam (.mcam), G-code (.nc, .tap, .gcode), and PDF setup sheets. Photos can be JPG, PNG, WebP, or GIF up to 10 MB.
Who owns what I upload?
You do. You choose a license for each part, which tells others what they may do with it. You give Grabcam only the permission it needs to store and show your files.
My machine is not in the list.
Type its name in the machine field and choose “Add”. It is added to the list for everyone.
Can I trust the feeds and speeds?
Treat every setup as a starting point, not as a guarantee. Machines, tools, workholding, and material differ. Always check programs, offsets, and clearances before you run them, and prove out a program carefully.
How do I remove something?
You can delete your parts and setups at any time from the part page. You can delete your whole account in Settings. To report someone else's content, use “Report” on the part page.
More questions? See the community guidelines or contact us.