LayerMechanic — Panel Hardware Mount Maker (Blender add-on)

What it does

LayerMechanic — Panel Hardware Mount Maker turns a panel cutout into a mechanical mounting plan covering the opening, panel thickness, rear body, locknut access and cable service space.

What it checks

Preflight checks whether the installation fits. The opening may clear while the body behind it hits a PCB; those checks are reported separately. Rescan measures the scene again after you move a component. Only the front opening is cut; remaining geometry helps with planning.

Workflow

Enter every dimension and verify it against the manufacturer's drawing. Run preflight, move components as needed, then rescan.

Limits

There is no parts catalog. V1 supports planar faces; curved faces and unapplied scale are refused. This is mechanical clearance planning, not an electrical, sealing, IP, UL, IEC or strength certificate.

Compatibility & Support

Install the add-on ZIP in Blender via Preferences > Get Extensions > Install from Disk, then open Sidebar (N) > Panel Mount. Tested on Blender 5.2.1 LTS and Windows 11 x64. GPL-3.0-or-later. Publisher: LayerMechanic. Support: Mekora Labs Support — mekoralabs.support@gmail.com (target response within 2 business days). Free bug fixes and compatibility updates during the 1.x product line. Refunds follow itch.io's applicable policy.