CAM Strategies for Multi-Axis Milling
Get the practice and understanding to identify combinations of axes and how to efficiently program. We'll review best practices to prepare an initial design for manufacture, set up a tool library and machine definition, create a digital twin of the physical manufacturing environment, and explore both multi-axis positioning and simultaneous multi-axis toolpaths. Follow along as we learn the CAM workflow for multi-axis machining in Fusion.
After completing this course, you'll be able to:
- Prepare a design for manufacture.
- Create a digital twin of multi-axis workholding.
- Define a digital CNC machine.
- Understand multi-axis work offsets.
- Create 3+1 and 3+2 roughing and finishing operations.
- Create simultaneous multi-axis operations.
- Create supporting documentation for a CAM setup.
Course modules
Discover what you'll learn in this course and download the software and resources you need.
Learn the workflow and setup needed for multi-axis parts by inserting and designing workholding and determining WCS locations and operations needed for multi-axis machining.
Learn how to create toolpaths using 3+1 and 3+2 machining strategies.
Learn how to control a tool to cut geometry while moving simultaneously in five axes.
Learn how to create documentation, output NC code, and review options for creating outputs with multiple setups and WCS positions.
Now that you've completed the learning material in this course, you can take the challenge exercise to measure your skills on the topics covered in this course.
Ready to test your knowledge? Pass this required test with a score of 75% or more to complete the course and earn a certificate of completion.
Announcements
Raptor files referenced in the Jobs setup module are no longer available in the Fusion CAM Samples folder in the Data Panel. You can access these files from the "Module downloads" in the Job setup module overview.
