• Fusion 360

CNC Toolpaths for Multi-Axis Milling

Outline
1

Getting started

Module overview
Course overview
Get the software
2

Project setup and 3-axis machining

Module overview
Import a tool library to the cloud
Create a new CAM setup for multi-axis
Create a 3D adaptive clearing operation
Create a 2D contour on a complex part
Use 2-axis pocketing
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
3

Multi-axis positioning for drilling and tapping holes

Module overview
Drill and tap in 3 axes
Use 3+2 position drilling
Compare posted code for multi-axis positioning
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
4

Multi-axis positioning for milling operations

Module overview
Create a 3 +2 pocketing toolpath
Pattern a pocket toolpath
Create a multi-axis contour
Create a pocket operation in the side of a part
Finish off multi-axis positioning toolpaths
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
5

Using multi-axis contour

Module overview
Set up a multi-axis contour toolpath
Control the lead or lag of the tool
Control tilt and offset during a multi-axis contour
Use shaft and holder clearance
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
6

Creating and understanding multi-axis swarf

Module overview
Set up a new CAM program
Create a swarf toolpath with contour selection
Create a swarf toolpath with surface selection
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
7

Using multi-axis Flow

Module overview
Control a flow toolpath for 3 axes
Set up a new CAM program with a generative design part
Control a flow toolpath for 5 axes
Avoid collisions
Multi-axis flow for 3 vs 5 axes
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
8

Setting up a soft jaw

Module overview
Create a distributed design
Create soft jaw geometry
Add a probing location
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
9

Roughing and finishing a basic part

Module overview
Create a CNC mill setup
Rough and finish a basic part from the bottom
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
10

Create a second setup

Module overview
Create a second setup in Fusion 360
Clear and finish a part
Export an NC file for specific toolpaths
Use multiple WCS offsets
Create multiple copies of the same setup with patterns
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
11

Machining a part to be held in a fixture

Module overview
Create a body from a stock setup
Set up for a CNC mill
Rough and finish a retaining feature
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
12

Preparing a multi-axis setup

Module overview
Create a new setup for final machining
Create a probing operation
Rough and finish a multi-axis part
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
13

Finish multi-axis positioning toolpaths

Module overview
Use folders in a setup
Create an NC program
Create multiple setup sheets
View toolpaths in A360
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
14

Surfacing tools for machining

Module overview
Surface creation for toolpath setup
Practice exercise
Challenge exercise
15

Course challenge

Module overview
Course challenge
16

Final test

Module overview
Start your final test
  • Up next:Create a body from a stock setup
Expert | ~45 min.
Machining a part to be held in a fixture
Module | Skill builder

Multi-axis parts are often held in different types of clamping fixtures. Prepare a part to be machined on a multi-axis mill by machining and finish geometry specifically to be bolted down to a 5-axis machine.

After completing this module, you'll be able to:

  • Create a CNC Mill setup
  • Practice roughing and finishing toolpaths
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  • Up next:Create a body from a stock setup

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