Aluminum Machining Tutorial

Using CAM Tools

In order to machine parts first you must design your tool path using CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) Tools. In this tutorial we will show how to create toolpaths in Autodesk Fusion and export the Gcode for milling.

Setup

First, go to the file icon at the top menu and select 'New Design from File'. You must select a .stp format file. Once the file is selected on the left of the ribbon a tab should say 'sculpt'. Click the tab and scroll down to select 'CAM'. On the same ribbon there should be an option called 'setup'. Click that a box should appear that says 'model orientation':