Workflow

Workflow to Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Parts in Fusion 360

This document outlines the workflow and steps for CNC programming parts in Fusion 360. It also includes guidance on speeds, feeds, offsets, depths, and tool libraries.

CAM Naming Procedure

Please follow the naming procedure outlined in the CNC Program # section of this Part Numbering and Nomenclature document. This should be done for all setups of every part that is CAM'ed.

CAM Presets

This document provides screenshots of the recommended speeds, feeds, offsets, and depths for machining aluminum and polycarbonate materials using a 3-flute, 3/16-inch diameter end mill.

Confirm Material Before Programming Completed Design Part

Operations / Material

Polycarbonate

Aluminum

Plywood

2-D Contour Operation: Tool Section

Drill Operation: Tool Section

2-D Contour Operation: Geometry Section: Tabs

Any Operation: Heights Section: Bottom Height

Any Operation: Passes Section

CNC Inputs

This section describes the general CNC Machine Type Inputs when programming completed design parts.

Tool

This section provides the specific Fusion Tool Library Manifest for all cutter types available in Fusion 360. For the purposes of the Robotics Team, this section should highlight the 3/16" Flat End Mill.

Coolant

This section provides the Coolant Options available in Fusion 360. Note: For the purposes of the Robotics Team, coolant should always be set to Disabled.