Step By Step Programming Guide

CAM 2.5Axis

Wayne Griffenberg
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents……………………………………………………………………………….. 2

Introduction to Fusion 360 CAM …..………………………………………………….. 3

Fusion 360 CAM Workflow ……………………………………………………………….. 4

Lession 1 – Face Toolpath ..……………………………………………………………….. 6

Lession 2 – 2D Adaptive Clearing Toolpath ..…………………………………….. 16

Lession 3 – 2D Contour Toolpath ..………………………………………………….. 25

Lession 4 – 2D Pocket Toolpath ..……………………………………………….…….. 36

Lession 5 – Drill Toolpath .. ………………………………………………………..…….. 43

Lession 6 – Design Changes and HSM ……………………………………………….. 53

Lession 7 – Setup Sheets and Post Processing ....……………………………….. 57

Quick Reference Guide …………………………………………………………………….. 63

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Introduction to Fusion 360 CAM

Autodesk® Fusion 360 CAM in the cloud is a reality with Fusion 360.
Our Autodesk CAM tools are now completely integrated inside
Fusion 360, enabling the next generation design-to-manufacturing
workflow. Fusion 360 allows you to take advantage of collaboration
tools and shared data storage with unparalleled ease-of-use and
flexibility when creating programs for your milling machining
projects. Fusion 360 is a multi-platform solution that truly
transcends the limitations associated with traditional desktop
workflows.

This guide is intended for CNC programmers or students interested

in learning how to use Fusion 360 CAM to set up, program and post
NC code for their machine tools. There are many different ways to
program the example parts found in this guide. The workflow and
techniques applied are based upon the preferences of many
professional and qualified Fusion 360 CAM Instructors and users.
The examples shown contain optional settings and parameters
which are configurable to suit your programming style or standard
procedures.

This guide has been generated to provide examples for learning

Fusion 360 CAM and is not intended to be referenced as a User
Manual. This guide also assumes you are experienced with Autodesk
Inventor and have a solid background with opening and editing
parts, assemblies and drawings. The student should also be skilled
with machine tool operation, tooling and CNC programming at the
numerical control.

It is the intention of this guide to provide the basic steps a CNC

programmer would need to complete a job using Fusion 360 CAM.

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Training Files Required For This Guide:

All files needed to complete the exercises in this guide and be found
in the CAM Samples A360 Project: CAM Mania 2015

Fusion 360 CAM Workflow:

1 – CAD – Open or model the geometry to be machined

2 – Setup – Define stock and orientation for machining

3 – Toolpath Strategy – Tool, Geometry, Heights, Passes, Linking

4 – Simulate – Confirm toolpath results are as expected

5 – Edit Toolpath Parameters – Change parameters as needed

6 – Modify Solid Model – Change sketch or feature dimensions

7 – Setup Sheet & Post Process– Generate CNC machine code

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The Fusion 360 CAM User Interface:

Autodesk CAM is seamlessly integrated inside the design

environment of Autodesk Fusion 360

Fusion CAM Ribbon Bar:

 All Fusion 360 CAM Toolpaths and Options

Fusion CAM Browser:

 Toolpaths operations are saved here. Right click to edit – Tool,

Geometry, Heights, Passes or Linking parameters

Fusion CAM Browser, Right Click Menu –

 Alternative access to all Fusion 360 CAM Toolpaths and

Options

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Lesson 1 – Face Toolpath

The facing strategy is designed for quick part facing to prepare the
raw stock for further machining, but can also be used for clearing
flat areas in general.

After generating a toolpath, we can easily inspect results with the

integrated backplot and inspection tool. Controls include simulation
speed and direction, visibility and translucency of tool, shaft, tool
holder, and coloring of rapid moves, lead moves, and cutting moves

Overview:

 Open part: CAM Mania 2015.fd3

 Setup: Create Job Setup and orient the part for machining
 Apply Toolpath Strategy – Face Milling, Tool Tab
 Simulate – Confirm toolpath results are as expected

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1. Open part: CAM Mania 2015.fd3

2. Ensure the CAM browser and the CAM Ribbon bar are enabled
3. Select Setup from the Ribbon Bar

4. Select Milling from the Operation Type Option Menu

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5. Select Model from the Setup menu

6. Choose Select Z axis/plane & X axis from the WCS Menu

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7. Click on the top face of part to choose the Z axis plane

 Notice how the triad is re-oriented around the X-Axis.

8. Choose Stock Box Point from the Origin Menu

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9. Choose the Stock Box Point as shown

10. Stock Tab - Stock Size Options

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11. Ensure Relative Size Box is selected in the Mode selection:

 Side Offset [0.1], Top Offset [0.1], Bottom Offset [0.2]

12. Select Post Process Tab, enter [1001] as Program Name

13. Enter [“My First Program”] as the Program Comment
14. Click the OK Button. Setup is complete! Ready to program!

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15. Select Face from 2D Toolpaths on the Ribbon Bar

16. Ensure the Tool Tab is selected on the Face Toolpaths dialog
17. Select the Select… button to open the Tool dialog

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18. Select the 2 Inch Face Mill as shown, Click OK.

 Note the Tool library has been pre-filtered for Face Mills

19. Select the OK button on the Face Toolpath dialog

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20. Fusion CAM has quickly calculated the Facing toolpath.

21. With Face1 Highlighted, Click Simulate on the Ribbon Bar.

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22. Enable the Stock selection to view the stock for simulation.
23. Click the Simulation - Play button to verify the toolpath.

24. Simulation verification is complete. Click the Close button.

 The simulation step had verified that this Face toolpath will
work nicely for our example part, there is no need to change
any parameters or model dimensions at this time.
 Save your part and let‟s rough the pockets and outside!

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Lesson 2 – 2D Adaptive Clearing Toolpath

Adaptive Clearing is a roughing strategy for clearing large quantities
of material effectively. It is unique in that it guarantees a maximum
tool load at all stages of the machining cycle, and makes it possible
to cut deep and with the flank of the tool without risk of breakage.

This strategy is extremely effective for machining cores because it

uses the shape of the original stock to maximum effect when
machining from the outside inwards towards the finished shape of
the part.

Overview:

 Toolpath Strategy –Tool, Geometry, Heights and Passes Tabs

 Versatility – Using 2D Adaptive for internally and externally
 Copy and Paste Toolpaths
 Edit Toolpath Parameters – Change parameters as needed
 Simulate – Confirm toolpath results are as expected

1. Select 2D Adaptive from the Ribbon Bar

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2. Ensure the Tool tab is selected on the 2D Adaptive dialog

3. Select the Tool button to open the Select Tool dialog

4. Enable the Diameter filter and enter the value [.25]

5. Select a 1/4in Dia EndMill, then click Select.

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6. Click the Geometry tab and select the 3 pocket edges as shown.
 Ensure the red arrows indicate the inside of each pocket.

7. Click OK. Fusion CAM has calculated the 2D Adaptive toolpath.

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8. With 2D Adaptive1 toolpath highlighted, Click Simulate.

9. In the Stock options, enable Show transparent
10. Click and hold the Timeline bar and slowly slide it to the right.

11. After review of simulation result, Click Close.

Let‟s use the same Adaptive Clearing toolpath to rough the outside
of the part. We will copy and paste the Adaptive Clearing toolpath
then change the geometry.

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12. In the browser window, right click on Adaptive1 and choose

Copy from the drop down menu.

13. Right click on Setup1 in the browser window and choose

Paste from the drop down menu.

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14. Right click on the new 2D Adaptive1 (2) toolpath and select
Edit from the drop down menu.

15. Switch to the Geometry Tab and select the “X” button next
to “Pocket Selections” to clear the current pocket geometry.

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16. Select the edge at the bottom of the chamfer, as shown below.
 HSM has included the entire edge around the periphery of
the part. Notice that the stock boundary has also been
included to indicate the region of material to be removed.

17. Switch to the Heights Tab and in the Bottom Height option,
select “Model Bottom” from the pull down menu.
 By default, CAM will use the selected geometry as the
toolpath depth (Bottom Height). There are many options to
ensure flexibility when setting toolpath parameters.

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18. To ensure the bottom of the tool extends past the model
bottom, let‟s add [-0.0625] to the Bottom Offset option.

19. Click OK. CAM has calculated the 2D Adaptive toolpath.

20. Hold the Control Key and select the Face1, 2D Adaptive1 and
2D Adaptive1 (2) toolpaths, then Click Simulate.
21. In the Stock options, enable Show transparent

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22. Click the Info Tab and run the Simulation.

23. Notice the Spindle Speed, Feedrate and Time are changing
in accordance with the active operation.

24. After review of simulation result, Click Close.

 The simulation step had verified that this Face and 2D

Adaptive toolpaths will work nicely for our example part, there
is no need to change any parameters or model dimensions at
this time.
 Save your part and let‟s clean up the outside!

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Lesson 3 – 2D Contour Toolpath

The 2D Contour Toolpath creates toolpaths based on 2D contour
geometry. Contours can be open or closed and can be on different
Z-levels, but each contour is flat (2D).

You can control lead-in and lead-out with or without tool

compensation. Choose multiple roughing and finishing passes and
multiple depth cuts for any contour. Machine open and closed
contours without creating additional geometry and eliminate sharp
motion with corner smoothing.

Overview:

 Toolpath Strategy –Tool, Geometry, Heights and Passes Tabs

 Versatility – Using the 2D Contour toolpath for a 2D Chamfer
 Copy and Paste Toolpaths
 Edit Toolpath Parameters – Change parameters as needed
 Simulate – Confirm toolpath results are as expected

1. Select 2D Contour from the Ribbon Bar

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2. Ensure the Tool tab is selected on the 2D Contour dialog

3. Select the Tool button to open the Select Tool dialog

4. Expand the Tool Type drop downand select Flat Mill.

5. Enable the „Filter Criteria‟ button and select Diameter
6. Enter the value [.125] to filter on 1/8 inch diameter tools
7. Select a 1/8 inch dia tool, then click Select.

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8. Select the edge at the bottom of the chamfer as shown.

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9. Heights Tab – Change the Bottom Height to “Model Bottom”

10. To ensure the bottom of the tool extends past the model
bottom, let‟s add [-0.0625] to the Bottom Offset option.

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11. Passes Tab – Click to enable Multiple Finishing Passes

12. Change the Number of finish passes to [2]
13. Ensure the Stepover value is [0.125]

14. Click OK. CAM has quickly calculated the 2D Contour toolpath.

Let‟s Use the 2D contour toolpath to machine the 45 Degree

Chamfer along the top face of the part.

We will copy and paste the 2D Contour toolpath then change the
tool and depth parameters.

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15. In the browser window, right click on 2D Contour1 and

choose Copy from the drop down menu.

16. Right click on Setup1 in the browser window and choose Paste
from the drop down menu.

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17. Right click on the new 2D Countour1 (2) toolpath and select
Edit from the drop down menu.

18. Ensure the Tool tab is selected on the 2D Contour (2) dialog
19. Select the Tool button to open the Select… dialog

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20. Expand the Tool Type folder and select Chamfer Mill.
21. Enable the „Filter Criteria‟ button and select Diameter
22. Enter the value [.25] to filter on ¼ inch dia tools,
23. Select an ¼ inch dia 45° Chamfer Mill, then click Select.

24. Geometry Tab – Keeping the same selection along the

outside lower chamfer edge, we will add the lower chamfer edges
within the pockets.

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25. Heights Tab – Change Bottom Height to “Selected

Contour(s)”. Offset = [0.0]

26. Passes Tab – Note that Chamfer is enabled

27. Change the Chamfer Tip Offset to [0.0125]
 Since an edge on the actual chamfer feature in the model was
selected, it is not necessary to set the Chamfer width. But to
ensure that the tool tip is not coincident with the lower edge of
the chamfer, the Chamfer tip offset must be specified.

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28. Click OK. CAM has quickly calculated the 2D Contour toolpath.

29. Click Setup1 in the Browser Window, which will select all of
the toolpaths within and Click Simulate.

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30. Disable the Toolpath option (to simulate with only tool view)
31. Enable the Stock options, disable Show transparent
32. Start the Simulation

33. After review of simulation result, Click Close.

 The simulation step had verified that this Face, 2D Adaptive

and 2D Contour (w/Chamfer) toolpaths will work nicely for our
example part, there is no need to change any parameters or
model dimensions at this time.
 Save your part and let‟s clean up the pockets!

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Lesson 4 – 2D Pocket Toolpaths

The 2D Pocket Toolpath is generated from chained contours rather
than surfaces or solids. It is possible to define a taper angle for the
walls, pre-drilling and entry positions can also be selected.

Pocket toolpaths machine closed areas with and without islands.

Entry can be selected anywhere on the model and set for plunge,
ramp, or at a pre-drilled position. The special high-speed option
creates smooth toolpaths that allow for maximum tool engagement,
significantly higher feedrates, and reduced machining time and
reduced tool wear.

Overview:

 Toolpath Strategy –Tool, Geometry, Passes and Linking

 Edit Toolpath Parameters – Change parameters as needed
 Simulate – Confirm toolpath results are as expected

1. Select 2D Pocket from the Ribbon Bar

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2. Tool Tab - Ensure the Tool tab selected on 2D Contour dialog

3. Select the Tool button to open the Select Tool dialog

4. Use the same 1/8 inch dia tool weve used earlier, Select Open
Documents, and choose the currently opened file
5. Select a 1/8 inch dia End Mill, then click Select.

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6. Geometry Tab – Select the bottom pocket edges as shown.

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7. Passes Tab – Click to enable Multiple Finishing Passes

8. Change the Number of finish passes to [1]
9. Ensure the Stepover value is [0.125]

10. Passes Tab – Click to Disable Stock To Leave

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11. Linking Tab – Change the Ramp Type to “Plunge”

 Since the pockets have already been roughed using the 2D
Adaptive toolpath, there is no need to helix into the pocket.

12. Click OK. CAM has quickly calculated the 2D Contour toolpath.

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13. Click Setup1 in the Browser Window, which will select all of
the toolpaths within and Click Simulate.

14. Disable the Toolpath option (to simulate with only tool view)
15. Enable the Stock options, disable Show transparent
16. Start the Simulation

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17. After review of simulation result, Click Close.

 The simulation step had verified that this Face, 2D Adaptive,

2D Contour and 2D Pocket toolpaths will work nicely for our
example part, there is no need to change any parameters or
model dimensions at this time.
 Save your part and let‟s drill those holes!

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Lesson 5 – Drill Toolpaths

Fusion 360 CAM Express includes powerful tools for generating
drilling, counterboring and tapping operations. All operations are
optimized to minimize tool travel and overall cycle time. Both
standard and customized cycles are supported for all point-to-point
operations, including spot-drilling, deep drilling with chip break, and
boring cycles.

Overview:

 Toolpath Strategy –Tool, Geometry, Heights and Cycle

 Spot Dill and Thru-Hole Drilling Cycles
 Edit Toolpath Parameters – Change parameters as needed
 Simulate – Confirm toolpath results are as expected

1. Select Drilling from the Ribbon Bar. Let‟s Spot Drill first.

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2. Tool Tab - Ensure the Tool tab is selected on the Drill dialog
3. Select the Tool button to open the Select Tool dialog

4. Expand the Tool Type folder and select Spot Drill.

5. Click the „Filter Criteria‟ button and select “Diameter is” Enter
the value [0.5] to filter on 1/2 inch Dia Spot Drills,
6. Select the 1/2 inch Dia Spot Drill, then click OK.

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7. Geometry Tab – Select the countersink face as shown.

8. Geometry Tab – Now, Enable Select Same Diameter

 CAM Automatically found same diameter holes and applied the
drill geometry parameters.

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Cycle Tab – Select Drilling – rapid out

 HSM provides many drilling, boring and tapping cycle with

associated parameters for cycle control NC code output.

9. Click OK. HSM has quickly calculated the Spot Drill toolpath.

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Let‟s copy the Spot Drill toolpath to generate the Thru-Holes

10. In the browser window, right click on Drill1[Rapid out] and

choose Copy from the drop down menu.

11. Right click on Setup1 in the browser window and choose

Paste from the drop down menu.

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12. Right click on the new Drill1 (2) [Rapid out], select Edit.
13. Tool Tab - Ensure the Tool tab is selected on the Drill dialog
14. Select the Tool button to open the Select Tool dialog

15. Expand the Tool Type folder and select Drill.

16. Click the „Filter Criteria‟ button and select Diameter.
17. Enter the value [0.125] to filter on 1/8 inch Dia Drills,
18. Select the 1/8 inch Dia Drill, then click Ok.

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19. Geometry Tab – Select the “X” button next to “Hole Faces”
to clear the current drill geometry selection.
20. Select the Cylindrical hole face, as shown.

 CAM Automatically found same diameter holes and applied

the drill geometry parameters.
21. Heights Tab – Enable Drill tip through bottom.
22. Change Break-through depth: value to [0.0625]

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23. Cycle Tab – Select Cycle Type Chip Breaking.

 We will keep the default pecking parameters

18. Click OK. CAM has quickly calculated the Drill toolpath.

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19. Click Setup1 in the Browser Window, which will select all of
the toolpaths within and Click Simulate.

20. Disable the Toolpath option (to simulate with only tool view)
21. Enable the Stock options, disable Show transparent
22. Start the Simulation

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After review of simulation result, Click Close.

 The simulation step had verified that this Face, 2D Adaptive,

2D Contour, 2D Pocket and drill toolpaths will work nicely for
our example part, there is no need to change any parameters
or model dimensions at this time.
 Save your part and let‟s get our machine set up to run!

Wait! - We just received a call from the Engineering

Department that there has been a change to the overall part
width. Regretfully, this will change the overall design.

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Lesson 6 – Design Changes and CAM

Fusion 360 CAM Pro provides advanced CAD capabilities to aid in
working with molds, tools and dies, simulation and FEA for design
validation. With a truly integrated CAM solution, you can quickly get
up to speed and become productive within minutes by using familiar
tools and workflows. Seamless integration ensures full associativity
between the design and toolpaths – design changes get instantly
updated without any data loss.

Any changes to the model are automatically reflected in the

toolpath. Late design changes no longer mean missing delivery
deadlines or introducing last-minute programming errors.

Overview:

 Make a simple edit to the CAM Mania 2015 part

 Toolpath Strategy – Generate the toolpaths
 Simulate – Confirm toolpath results are as expected

1. Change Workspace from CAM to MODEL on Ribbon Bar.

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2. Right click on the CAM Mania 2015 part and select Open.

3. When the part has been opened, Click the arrow to expand
Sketches. Right click on Sketch1 and select Edit Sketch.

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4. Change dimension From: [2.25] To: [3.00]. Enter Key.

 The sketch is now updated and the geometry has been changed.
5. Select the green Stop Sketch button, as shown

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6. Save the part and close the CAM Mania 2015 part file.

7. We return to the Cam Mania Assembly and notice the yellow

exclamation point icon on the CAM Mania 2015 part in the
browser. This is showing us that the part has changed and we‟ll
need to update to the latest version.
8. Right Click on the CAM Mania 2015 part in the Browser list and
select Get Latest from the drop down menu.

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 The updated part has been refreshed in the graphics view.

9. Change Workspace from MODEL to CAM on Ribbon Bar.

 Notice that all of the toolpaths now have a red “!” on their
icons. This is an indication that there has been a change to one
or more of the toolpath parameters. In this case, we changed
the geometry that was used directly to generate the toolpaths.
10. Select Setup1, then select the Generate button to update all

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11. All toolpaths have been updated to reflect geometry changes.

12. Select Setup1, then select Simulate.

13. After review of simulation result, Click Close.

 The simulation step had verified that all toolpaths have been
changed in accordance with geometry edits. The Face, 2D
Adaptive, 2D Contour, 2D Pocket and drill toolpaths will work
nicely for our example part, there is no need to change any
parameters or model dimensions at this time.
 Save your part and let‟s get our machine set up to run!

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Lesson 7 – Setup Sheets and Post Processing

The Setup Sheet feature allows you to generate an overview of the
NC program for the CNC operator. Setup sheet documents are
automatically generated and can be exported in a variety of formats
including HTML, XML, Microsoft® Excel®, and Microsoft® Word.

Setup Sheet Overview:

 Select the toolpath set to use for setup.

 Generate the Setup Sheet

1. Select Setup1, then select Setup Sheet.

2. Select the destination for your Setup Sheet. Click Select Folder.

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3. The HTML Setup Sheet will open in your default web browser.

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Post Processor Overview:

 Select the toolpath set to Post Process.

 Select the Post Processor to match your machine tool.
 Generate the NC Code ready to load into your controller.

1. Select Setup1, then select Post Process.

2. In the Post Process dialog box, next to Configuration Folder,

Click the Setup button to select Use Generic Posts.

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3. From the Post Process dialog box, under Post Configuration,

Choose the Fanuc.cps post processor from the drop down list.

4. Note the Output Folder for the generated NC Code file

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5. Ensure the Open NC file in editor is enabled.

6. Click the Post button.

7. Review the destination for the NC file and click Save.

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8. Review the destination for the NC file and click Save.

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