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|software name=Autodesk Fusion | |software name=Autodesk Fusion | ||
|image=Fusion360 ComakingSpace Logo.png | |image=Fusion360 ComakingSpace Logo.png | ||
|type=[[CAD]] with integrated [[CAM]] | |type=[[CAD]] with integrated [[CAM]] | ||
|platform=Windows, Mac OS X (64 bit only) | |platform=Windows, Mac OS X (64 bit only) | ||
|license=proprietary | |license=proprietary; free for personal use | ||
|source=[ | |source=[https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal Autodesk] | ||
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Fusion 360 is a [[CAD]] program that is free [https:// | Autodesk Fusion (formerly known as Fusion 360) is a [[CAD]] program that is free [https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/personal for personal use]. It comes with a very powerful [[CAM]] suite. | ||
The free version's functionality was limited in late 2020 but is arguably still more than powerful enough for most Makers, as long as you make sure to "archive" projects as soon as you are not working on them anymore to avoid reaching your "10 design limit" (un-archiving later is no problem).<sup> [https://www.fabbaloo.com/blog/2020/9/18/autodesk-limits-functionality-in-free-version-of-fusion-360]</sup> | |||
Have a look at this [https://www.instructables.com/id/Fusion/ Instructables collection] for tons of project ideas involving this software! | |||
There is an [https://apps.autodesk.com/FUSION/en/Home/Index "app store" for professional or community-built plugins] as well. | There is an [https://apps.autodesk.com/FUSION/en/Home/Index "app store" for professional or community-built plugins] as well. | ||
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== Edit in Browser == | == Edit in Browser == | ||
Fusion | Fusion supports editing inside the browser. This version of Fusion does not yet have the full set of features, but might still be useful in case you can not install the desktop version. | ||
[http://login.autodesk360.com/login Log in] with your Autodesk account and select "Edit in browser" on any design or create a new project and select "New | [http://login.autodesk360.com/login Log in] with your Autodesk account and select "Edit in browser" on any design or create a new project and select "New => Fusion design". | ||
== Multiplying Components == | == Multiplying Components == | ||
When you copy & paste a component, the copy will still be linked to it and mirrors all modificiations you make to another component of the same type. | When you copy & paste a component, the copy will still be linked to it and mirrors all modificiations you make to another component of the same type. | ||
In cases where this behavior is not desired, the best workaround seems to be saving a component as an individual file ("Save copy as") and inserting it to the design as a new component.<sup> [https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/fusion-360-design-validate/duplicating-or-copying-components/td-p/5427004]</sup> Unfortunately, there is no simple solution like [[SketchUp]]'s "make unique" feature in Fusion | In cases where this behavior is not desired, the best workaround seems to be saving a component as an individual file ("Save copy as") and inserting it to the design as a new component.<sup> [https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/fusion-360-design-validate/duplicating-or-copying-components/td-p/5427004]</sup> Unfortunately, there is no simple solution like [[SketchUp]]'s "make unique" feature in Fusion. | ||
== Slicer == | |||
Maybe you have used "Autodesk 123D Make" before and were sad when it was discontinued - but with "[https://apps.autodesk.com/FUSION/en/Detail/Index?id=8699194120463301363 Slicer for Fusion]", its functionality isn't lost! | |||
With this tool you can "slice" any 3D models into 2D parts (packed or with spacing) which you could cut out with your favorite machine and assemble them by means of glue and/or interlocking slots. | |||
''(not to be confused with [[Slicers]] for generating 3D printing pathways)'' | |||
== CNC Routing == | == CNC Routing == | ||
''also see "[[Fusion 360 CAM Parameters]]"'' | |||
=== Joinery === | === Joinery === | ||
In contrast to a laser cutter, a [[CNC Router|CNC router]] can't cut perfect inside corners because the router bit is circular. To circumvent this issue, reliefs (so-called "dogbones") are put into a design to allow the router bit to cut all the way. There are add-ons for Fusion 360 to help with the design of them. | In contrast to a laser cutter, a [[CNC Router|CNC router]] can't cut perfect inside corners because the router bit is circular. To circumvent this issue, reliefs (so-called "dogbones") are put into a design to allow the router bit to cut all the way. There are add-ons for Fusion 360 to help with the design of them. | ||
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* our experience with [[Fusion 360 CAM Parameters|CAM parameters]] | * our experience with [[Fusion 360 CAM Parameters|CAM parameters]] | ||
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEuD31byPxk Fusion 360 CAM Basics] (Webinar by Lars Christensen) | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VEuD31byPxk Fusion 360 CAM Basics] (Webinar by Lars Christensen) | ||
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqnvzxuXFTQ CAM tutorial for beginners] (Evan and Katelyn) | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqnvzxuXFTQ CAM tutorial for beginners] (Evan and Katelyn) - insert our preferred [[G-Code Senders|G-code sender]] where they use Easel | ||
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZU_Jpyyc5M bookshelf from design to milling] (YouTube) | * [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZU_Jpyyc5M bookshelf from design to milling] (YouTube) | ||
[[Category:CAM]] | [[Category:CAM]] | ||
[[Category:Design]] | [[Category:Design]] | ||
Latest revision as of 21:46, 15 March 2024
| SoftwareInfoBox Autodesk Fusion | |
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| Type: | CAD with integrated CAM |
| Platform: | Windows, Mac OS X (64 bit only) |
| License: | proprietary; free for personal use |
| Source: | Autodesk |
| Input Formats: | tons |
| Output Formats: | STL, DXF, PDF, ... |
| Users: | Lukas, Patrick |
Autodesk Fusion (formerly known as Fusion 360) is a CAD program that is free for personal use. It comes with a very powerful CAM suite.
The free version's functionality was limited in late 2020 but is arguably still more than powerful enough for most Makers, as long as you make sure to "archive" projects as soon as you are not working on them anymore to avoid reaching your "10 design limit" (un-archiving later is no problem). [1]
Have a look at this Instructables collection for tons of project ideas involving this software!
There is an "app store" for professional or community-built plugins as well. Several great extensions are collected here.
Edit in Browser
Fusion supports editing inside the browser. This version of Fusion does not yet have the full set of features, but might still be useful in case you can not install the desktop version. Log in with your Autodesk account and select "Edit in browser" on any design or create a new project and select "New => Fusion design".
Multiplying Components
When you copy & paste a component, the copy will still be linked to it and mirrors all modificiations you make to another component of the same type.
In cases where this behavior is not desired, the best workaround seems to be saving a component as an individual file ("Save copy as") and inserting it to the design as a new component. [2] Unfortunately, there is no simple solution like SketchUp's "make unique" feature in Fusion.
Slicer
Maybe you have used "Autodesk 123D Make" before and were sad when it was discontinued - but with "Slicer for Fusion", its functionality isn't lost!
With this tool you can "slice" any 3D models into 2D parts (packed or with spacing) which you could cut out with your favorite machine and assemble them by means of glue and/or interlocking slots.
(not to be confused with Slicers for generating 3D printing pathways)
CNC Routing
also see "Fusion 360 CAM Parameters"
Joinery
In contrast to a laser cutter, a CNC router can't cut perfect inside corners because the router bit is circular. To circumvent this issue, reliefs (so-called "dogbones") are put into a design to allow the router bit to cut all the way. There are add-ons for Fusion 360 to help with the design of them.
Laser Cutting
You can export any sketch by right clicking it and choosing "Save as DXF".
Another option is to create a "drawing" from your design and lay out the views in the corresponding window, but this is relatively complicated and only makes sense if you already want to arrange multiple pieces at this stage.
Tutorials
CAM Tutorials
- our experience with CAM parameters
- Fusion 360 CAM Basics (Webinar by Lars Christensen)
- CAM tutorial for beginners (Evan and Katelyn) - insert our preferred G-code sender where they use Easel
- bookshelf from design to milling (YouTube)
