FreeCAD 0.16 Cut List Macro
Intro
This macro was created to generate cut lists for framing lumber for the SH7 Build Book in FreeCAD 0.16.
Functionality
In order for the macro to function properly, the module must be "Downgraded" using the "Downgrade" functionality in the Draft workbench and broken down into its most basic parts. When this macro is executed, a sheet is generated within the FreeCAD file that contains the name of the part associated with the cut specified and other parts that share its dimensions, the type of lumber/plywood/osb, the length/dimensions of cuts needed, and the quantity of cuts. Both a .CSV file and .HTML file are generated and saved into the same directory where the source .fcstd file is stored.
Integrating Macro
The macro file must be placed in the Home>>.FreeCAD>>Macros directory in the the OSE Linux version 2.0. The macro is executed by either pressing Ctrl + F6, or navigating to Macro>>Macros>>Select Cut_List_3>>Execute.