orcaslicer@nightly ☆

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Description:
G-code generator for 3D printers

Type: Cask | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Other

Tags: 3d-printing slicer g-code cnc open-source

Install: brew install --cask orcaslicer@nightly

About:
Orca Slicer Nightly is a pre-release build of a powerful, open-source G-code generator for FDM 3D printers. It is a fork of PrusaSlicer and Bambu Studio, offering advanced features and rapid access to the latest developments. Its main value proposition is providing a unified, feature-rich slicing solution for a wide range of printer hardware.

Key Features:

Advanced support painting and tree supports
Multi-material painting and color painting tools
Built-in calibration tools for flow rate and retraction
Support for Klipper and Marlin firmware features

Use Cases:

Slicing complex 3D models with custom support structures
Calibrating printer settings for optimal print quality
Generating G-code for multi-color prints using a single extruder

Alternatives:

PrusaSlicer – The upstream project; Orca Slicer adds more hardware support and experimental features.
Bambu Studio – The other major fork; Orca Slicer is often preferred for its broader printer compatibility.
Cura – A popular alternative with a different UI and plugin ecosystem.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Sep 15, 2025 12:45pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	1ad1f00a
Aug 24, 2025 5:17pm		0	NEW	5013e3c7