topic Re: Hole Counting in Fusion API and Scripts Forum

Hole Counting

NotTheBeaz — Mon, 14 Oct 2019 16:46:16 GMT

Is there a script that can count holes that are specific in their size. Basically I design and make wood stores for family and friends and I can create a frame design with correct sized countersink screw holes on the model, there are 3 different lengths of screw used in most of my models and because of the size of the model there are a few hundred screws. Usually i just buy a load of screws and then am left with many that i won't be using for a while. Is there (or can someone make) a script to count holes so I know how many of each type of screw I will need. Please help. Thanks

Re: Hole Counting

BrianEkins — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 15:13:43 GMT

This is certainly possible. If you're at all interested in programming, it would be a good program to work on to get started. It's always good to have a specific project to work on when you're learning something.

If you'd rather not do it yourself, it's possible someone here would find that an interesting project. I also do custom programming and can offer my services.

Re: Hole Counting

NotTheBeaz — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 08:35:42 GMT

I have always wanted to get into programming, specifically for scripts in CAD, and I think you are right. As a novice to the field should I try in Python or C++? I have heard good things about both and I feel like they are the most relevant.

Re: Hole Counting

JesusFreke — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 21:49:15 GMT

Python is much more friendly for someone just getting into programming. I would recommend Python, unless you have a specific reason that you want to use and/or learn C instead.

Re: Hole Counting

NotTheBeaz — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 07:28:22 GMT

Thanks very much, just started Python, wish me luck 🙂

Re: Hole Counting

SC_Precision — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:06:43 GMT

How did this project go? I'd be interested in an update - I am presently trying to count many hundreds of holes in various models......what about hole recognition in MFG? I see that is now a paid upgrade.

Re: Hole Counting

NotTheBeaz — Fri, 06 Dec 2024 15:59:41 GMT

I feel ashamed to say it never got off the ground, I tried to learn python but it didn't click for me. I still think the tool could be valuable though.