Multi-Axis CNC Toolpaths

Engineering, Manufacturing
Level
Advanced
Software
Fusion 360
Time
Multi-week
Computer Numerical Controlled machines, or CNC for short, can have a nearly endless number of options. Most machines today control tool motion in 3-axes, X, Y and Z, but can be upgraded to include a 4th or 5th axis as well, A and B. Additionally, there are many machines on the market that are...

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Computer Numerical Controlled machines, or CNC for short, can have a nearly endless number of options. Most machines today control tool motion in 3-axes, X, Y and Z, but can be upgraded to include a 4th or 5th axis as well, A and B. Additionally, there are many machines on the market that are already 5-axis capable. The good news is that Autodesk® Fusion 360™ has you covered if you need to control multi-axis positioning or simultaneous motion in all 5 axes at once!

After this course, you'll be able to:

  • Recognize multi-axis geometry.
  • Identify 3+2 vs. Simultaneous machining.
  • Practice the application of multi-axis toolpaths.

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Getting started In this lesson, we'll discover what you'll learn in this course and download the software and resources you need.

  • GetTheSoftware-Fusion360.pdf 50.16 KB PREVIEW
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  • Multi-Axis CNC Toolpaths Datasets ▼

Instructor guide Multi-Axis CNC Toolpaths Instructor's guide

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Creating Multi-Axis Positioning Toolpaths Cover the use of multi-axis controls to position and machine geometry.

  • Lesson 1: Multi-axis file setup ▼
  • Lesson 2: Multi-axis positioning for drilling and tapping holes ▼
  • Lesson 3: Multi-axis positioning for milling operations Part 1 ▼
  • Lesson: Multi-axis positioning for milling operations Part 2 ▼

Simultaneous Multi-Axis Toolpaths Explore how to control tool motion in 5 axes at the same time using Fusion 360.

  • Lesson 1: Using Multi-Axis Contour ▼
  • Lesson 2: Creating and understanding multi-axis swarf ▼
  • Lesson 3: Using Multi-Axis Flow ▼
  • Lesson 4: Using Multi-Axis Flow ▼

Creating Multiple Setups Learn the basics of creating multiple setups in Fusion 360.

  • Lesson 1: Designing a soft jaw ▼
  • Lesson 2: Roughing and Finishing a basic part ▼
  • Lesson 3: Creating a second setup ▼

Creating Multiple Setups for Multiple Machines Combine all the knowledge we have learned into programming a single part using 2 different machines.

  • Lesson 1: Machining a part to be held in a fixture ▼
  • Lesson 2: Preparing a multi-axis setup ▼
  • Lesson 3: Toolpath and export organization ▼
  • Lesson 4: Exporting and documenting a program ▼
  • Lesson 5: Additional tools for getting the job done ▼

Practice exercises Test your skills and showcase your knowledge by demonstrating your actual skills, expertise, or just see where you stand.

  • Multi-Axis CNC Toolpaths Practice exercises ▼
  • Multi-Axis CNC Toolpaths Challenge exercises ▼

Course challenge Test your skills and showcase your knowledge by demonstrating your actual skills, expertise, or just see where you stand.

  • Multi-axis CNC Toolpaths challenge C4-CC.pdf 189.41 KB PREVIEW
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  • C4-Course Challenge.f3d 1.8 MB ▼

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interesting

Sara Macob 05/07/2020 12:04pm
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hola buenas los vídeos tutoriales se encuentran en español ?

patricio vargas 06/16/2020 8:59am
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cool

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Nice lecture

Vagish Tiwari 08/25/2020 3:01pm
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