CNC 2: INTERMEDIATE 3 AXIS MILLING builds on topics covered in CNC MACHINING 1: INTRO TO 3 AXIS CNC MILL MACHINING AND CAM, focusing on more advanced topics in CNC milling, including:
- Machine metal using a manual Bridgeport mill.
- Advanced work holding techniques for the mill, including custom fixtures and jigs.
- Use of precision instruments like Dial Indicators and 1-2-3 blocks for calibrating machines and parts to high accuracy for precision work in metals and other materials.
- Tolerance requirements in design and understanding their importance.
- Part layout and project planning.
- Additional manual GCode creation
- Fusion360 CAM workflows.
CNC 2: INTERMEDIATE 3 AXIS MILLING builds on topics covered in CNC MACHINING 1: INTRO TO 3 AXIS CNC MILL MACHINING AND CAM, focusing on more advanced topics in CNC milling, including:
- Machine metal using a manual Bridgeport mill.
- Advanced work holding techniques for the mill, including custom fixtures and jigs.
- Use of precision instruments like Dial Indicators and 1-2-3 blocks for calibrating machines and parts to high accuracy for precision work in metals and other materials.
- Tolerance requirements in design and understanding their importance.
- Part layout and project planning.
- Additional manual GCode creation
- Fusion360 CAM workflows.
CNC 2: INTERMEDIATE 3 AXIS MILLING builds on topics covered in CNC MACHINING 1: INTRO TO 3 AXIS CNC MILL MACHINING AND CAM, focusing on more advanced topics in CNC milling, including:
- Machine metal using a manual Bridgeport mill.
- Advanced work holding techniques for the mill, including custom fixtures and jigs.
- Use of precision instruments like Dial Indicators and 1-2-3 blocks for calibrating machines and parts to high accuracy for precision work in metals and other materials.
- Tolerance requirements in design and understanding their importance.
- Part layout and project planning.
- Additional manual GCode creation
- Fusion360 CAM workflows.
CNC 2: INTERMEDIATE 3 AXIS MILLING builds on topics covered in CNC MACHINING 1: INTRO TO 3 AXIS CNC MILL MACHINING AND CAM, focusing on more advanced topics in CNC milling, including:
- Machine metal using a manual Bridgeport mill.
- Advanced work holding techniques for the mill, including custom fixtures and jigs.
- Use of precision instruments like Dial Indicators and 1-2-3 blocks for calibrating machines and parts to high accuracy for precision work in metals and other materials.
- Tolerance requirements in design and understanding their importance.
- Part layout and project planning.
- Additional manual GCode creation
- Fusion360 CAM workflows.
CNC 2: INTERMEDIATE 3 AXIS MILLING builds on topics covered in CNC MACHINING 1: INTRO TO 3 AXIS CNC MILL MACHINING AND CAM, focusing on more advanced topics in CNC milling, including:
- Machine metal using a manual Bridgeport mill.
- Advanced work holding techniques for the mill, including custom fixtures and jigs.
- Use of precision instruments like Dial Indicators and 1-2-3 blocks for calibrating machines and parts to high accuracy for precision work in metals and other materials.
- Tolerance requirements in design and understanding their importance.
- Part layout and project planning.
- Additional manual GCode creation
- Fusion360 CAM workflows.
This class will immerse you in the wonderful world of Metal work! Learn to using Metal cutting tools and machines, and gain real world practical skills in the art of “subtractive manufacturing” aka Machining, from simple hand tools to a fully automated CNC machine!
By the end of this class, you will:
- Become certified to Use the 3 Axis Milling Machine (TAIG Micro Mill) with a 12” x 5.5” x 6” travel range (XYZ) and a 3.5” x 18” mill table. Using this machine you can easily engrave metal, mill out complex shapes and curves, and make highly precise components for use in robotics, electronic enclosure, custom machine designs, jewelery, art or engraving custom PCBs.
- Use common basic metal working tools like drills, drill presses, hacksaws, bandsaws and tap and die sets, and files correctly and safely.
- Understand metal fasteners, their use and selection
- Understand the basic physical properties of metals themselves, and how to cut and drill them and where and how to buy metal for use in your projects & designs
- Accurately mark and lay out metal parts to desired tolerances
- Use Fusion360 to Model Metal Parts correctly and generate correct CAM workflows for the TAIG mill
- Get _x_ hours of “open lab” time on the machine to do your own projects
This class will immerse you in the wonderful world of Metal work! Learn to using Metal cutting tools and machines, and gain real world practical skills in the art of “subtractive manufacturing” aka Machining, from simple hand tools to a fully automated CNC machine!
By the end of this class, you will:
- Become certified to Use the 3 Axis Milling Machine (TAIG Micro Mill) with a 12” x 5.5” x 6” travel range (XYZ) and a 3.5” x 18” mill table. Using this machine you can easily engrave metal, mill out complex shapes and curves, and make highly precise components for use in robotics, electronic enclosure, custom machine designs, jewelery, art or engraving custom PCBs.
- Use common basic metal working tools like drills, drill presses, hacksaws, bandsaws and tap and die sets, and files correctly and safely.
- Understand metal fasteners, their use and selection
- Understand the basic physical properties of metals themselves, and how to cut and drill them and where and how to buy metal for use in your projects & designs
- Accurately mark and lay out metal parts to desired tolerances
- Use Fusion360 to Model Metal Parts correctly and generate correct CAM workflows for the TAIG mill
- Get _x_ hours of “open lab” time on the machine to do your own projects
This class will immerse you in the wonderful world of Metal work! Learn to using Metal cutting tools and machines, and gain real world practical skills in the art of “subtractive manufacturing” aka Machining, from simple hand tools to a fully automated CNC machine!
By the end of this class, you will:
- Become certified to Use the 3 Axis Milling Machine (TAIG Micro Mill) with a 12” x 5.5” x 6” travel range (XYZ) and a 3.5” x 18” mill table. Using this machine you can easily engrave metal, mill out complex shapes and curves, and make highly precise components for use in robotics, electronic enclosure, custom machine designs, jewelery, art or engraving custom PCBs.
- Use common basic metal working tools like drills, drill presses, hacksaws, bandsaws and tap and die sets, and files correctly and safely.
- Understand metal fasteners, their use and selection
- Understand the basic physical properties of metals themselves, and how to cut and drill them and where and how to buy metal for use in your projects & designs
- Accurately mark and lay out metal parts to desired tolerances
- Use Fusion360 to Model Metal Parts correctly and generate correct CAM workflows for the TAIG mill
- Get _x_ hours of “open lab” time on the machine to do your own projects
This class will immerse you in the wonderful world of Metal work! Learn to using Metal cutting tools and machines, and gain real world practical skills in the art of “subtractive manufacturing” aka Machining, from simple hand tools to a fully automated CNC machine!
By the end of this class, you will:
- Become certified to Use the 3 Axis Milling Machine (TAIG Micro Mill) with a 12” x 5.5” x 6” travel range (XYZ) and a 3.5” x 18” mill table. Using this machine you can easily engrave metal, mill out complex shapes and curves, and make highly precise components for use in robotics, electronic enclosure, custom machine designs, jewelery, art or engraving custom PCBs.
- Use common basic metal working tools like drills, drill presses, hacksaws, bandsaws and tap and die sets, and files correctly and safely.
- Understand metal fasteners, their use and selection
- Understand the basic physical properties of metals themselves, and how to cut and drill them and where and how to buy metal for use in your projects & designs
- Accurately mark and lay out metal parts to desired tolerances
- Use Fusion360 to Model Metal Parts correctly and generate correct CAM workflows for the TAIG mill
- Get _x_ hours of “open lab” time on the machine to do your own projects
CLASS OVERVIEW
This is a Beginner Friendly course on AutoDesk Fusion360, ideal for anyone who
has never used Fusion360 and desires to begin using it with proficiency.
Experience in other drawing, 3D modeling or CAD Software is helpful, but is
definitely NOT required!
Fusion360 is a powerful suite of CAD Modeling software that offers FREE lifetime
licenses to small businesses under $100k in revenue or hobbyists and students
using it for non-commercial / educational purposes.
CLASS COST
• $99
HexLab members receive 30% off on call classes by using the monthly member discount code.
PREQUISITES
• Laptop with Fusion360 installed*See below
AGE REQUIREMENT
• 18 and up (exceptions can be made for ages 15-17 that are interested, and 12+ are ok if they attend with a
parent)
WHATS NEXT AFTER I TAKE THIS CLASS:
We suggest you take CNC 1, 2, & 3 to apply your modeling knowledge to making metal parts. 3D Printing 1 & 2 is also a
great way to rapidly bring your 3D modeles to life. Also there will be Advanced Fusion360 courses in the future. And be
sure to visit HexLab during open hours as a member to practice and our staff can help answer any questions!
*LAPTOP REQUIREMENT: You MUST bring your own laptop with Fusion360 installed on it. We
do NOT provide laptops or computers capable of running 360.
For instructions on how to install Fusion360 to your laptop and to activate the FREE “Small
business” license offered by AutoDesk, follow the instructions here:
https://tinyurl.com/yxthy2t3
TICKETING:
To buy tickets, visit the eventbright page:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/intro-to-3d-cad-in-autodesk-fusion360-tickets-60615000097
