Beam Bench Docs

v0.1.0 Public Beta

Initial public beta release for macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Beam Bench v0.1.0 is the initial public beta. It is available as direct downloads from beambench.com for macOS, Windows, and Linux.

Downloads

  • macOS: universal .dmg, Developer ID signed and notarized.
  • Windows: signed x64 NSIS setup .exe.
  • Linux: x64 .AppImage.

Included

  • Vector design workspace with layers, toolbars, and dockable panels.
  • GRBL gantry-machine workflow over USB serial.
  • Import support for SVG, DXF, vector PDF, AI, EPS, and common raster images.
  • Export support for SVG, DXF, PDF, EPS, AI, PNG, JPG, BMP, and G-code.
  • Camera overlay workflow using captured frames.
  • Local CLI and HTTP API for automation.
  • Signed updater support for future releases.

Beta Notes

This is a public beta. Expect rough edges, especially around hardware compatibility and file import edge cases. Project files may change during beta, so keep backups of important work before updating.

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