CAD/CAM Training

Computer Aided Design & Computer Aided Machining (#computer-aided-design on Slack)

This class teaches the basics of computer aided manufacturing using Fusion360. Fusion 360 for personal use is basically the only all-in-one design and manufacturing suite so we use it extensively. This class is a heavily recommended but technically optional prerequisite to the CNC Router Authorization class. If you’ve never used a CNC machine before then please take this class first.

Homework Videos (Watch before signing up for class)

1. What is a CNC machine, and what is gcode
2. Intro to Fusion, Timeline, Environment Tree, User Preferences
3. Modeling

Training Checklist

1. What we’re trying to achieve <Video>
2. Design a square with the denhac logo
   1. Measure your stock first!
   2. Use a relative or fixed size box to define the stock
3. Tool library walkthrough & End Mill considerations
4. Toolpath generation
   1. Spindle speed 18k rpm
   2. If you’re using the included Fusion 1/8″ tools, they default to 3 flute endmills with a small chip load. Increase the feed per tooth to something more appropriate and see how the math is adjusted
   3. Talk about Speeds and Feeds
5. Simulate, Simulate, Simulate