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      FUSION 360 FOR MACHINISTS

      Manufacturing has changed.
      So should your CAD/CAM software.

      Make quality parts, faster, with integrated 3D CAD/CAM software for machinists. Reduce cycle times and increase your bottom-line.

      Go from design to machining faster

      Quickly import your designs with the largest set of CAD data translators for 50+ different file types. Directly edit existing features or model fixtures with truly integrated CAD / CAM software for CNC machinists.

      Generate toolpaths in minutes, not hours

      Effortless setup and programing allow you to machine parts faster. Post full NC programs with a post from our extensive library of free, open source, and fully editable processors.

      Get CAD / CAM at a fraction of the cost

      Stretch your budget further by eliminating costly, disparate CAD / CAM software with one affordable integrated solution for machinists.

      Start machining today with integrated CAD / CAM

      60%

      Reduce your time to market by 60% with one CAD / CAM solution.

      1/2x

      Cut costs in half by reducing cycle times and unnecessary machining hours.

      50%

      Create toolpaths twice as quickly and start machining faster.

      • Overview
      • 2D & 2.5D Machining
      • 3-axis Machining
      • Multi-axis Positional Machining
      • 4 & 5-axis Simultaneous Machining
      • Turning
      • Turn-mill
      • Setup Probing & Part Inspection
      • Fusion 360 Machining Extension

      Manufacturing

      From high-efficiency roughing with Adaptive Clearing to simplified control of multi-axis machines with Tool Orientation, Fusion 360 makes it easy to program your CNC machine, fast. Manufacture with 2.5, 3, 4, and 5-axis milling, probing, turning, mill-turning, and profiling operations paired with a powerful post engine all included alongside professional design tools.

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      2D & 2.5D Machining

      Quickly set up jobs and create 2D and 2.5D toolpaths to drive CNC routers, mills, water jet cutters, laser cutters, and more. Integrated CAD simplifies design revisions, reduces programming times and helps avoid mistakes.

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      The quality of parts coming off our machines has improved due to more efficient programming strategies, as well as the integrated CAD environment.
      - Jonathan Bancroft G2 Crowd

      3-axis Machining

      Access a range of powerful 3-axis machining strategies to rapidly create high-quality NC code to rough and finish your 3D parts. Intuitive workflows make it simple to program individual features or entire parts. Some of these capabilities require a subscription to Fusion 360 and the Machining Extension.

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      I needed the ability to cut path the base of the part to avoid tool charges. This has allowed me to reduce the production time by nearly 80%.
      - Dave Killalea

      Multi-axis Positional Machining

      Unleash your shop's multi-axis capabilities with 3+1 and 3+2 (positional) machining. Machine parts with fewer setups, using shorter, more rigid cutting tools, for improved part accuracy and faster cycle times. Some of these capabilities require a subscription to Fusion 360 and the Machining Extension.

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      With our other program, it would take an hour to calculate toolpaths. With Fusion 360, just couple of minutes.
      - Jeff Hooper Backhand Bikes

      4 & 5-axis Simultaneous Machining

      Use specialized 4- and 5-axis toolpaths to achieve superior surface finish. Additional tool axis controls and automatic collision avoidance help you achieve safe, smooth and predictable machine motion. Access to this functionality requires a subscription to Fusion 360 and the Machining Extension.

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      I can have something from design stage to off the machine in one hour.
      - Phil Butterworth MJK Performance

      Turning

      Program 2D turned parts using a suite of dedicated turning strategies. Verify your turning toolpaths with stock simulation to identify errors or collisions with the model, stock, tools, and workholding.

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      Fusion 360 is our CAM workhorse. It has be able to do everything we have needed so far.
      - Administrator Machine Shop

      Turn-mill

      Combine milling and turning operations together to generate NC code that can help you produce more complex parts using multi-tasking hardware capable of supporting both styles of machining.

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      Fusion 360 has reduced our time to market by about 60%.
      - KMP Motorsports

      Setup Probing & Part Inspection

      Use spindle mounted touch probes to monitor and control your CNC machining. Save time and money by measuring stock material, updating work offsets, monitoring quality, automating part setup, and more. Some of these capabilities require a subscription to Fusion 360 and the Machining Extension.

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      Fusion 360 is our CAM workhorse. It has be able to do everything we have needed so far.
      - Administrator Machine Shop

      Fusion 360 Machining Extension

      Purchase access to the Machining Extension to unlock additional capabilities in Fusion 360. Gain access to automated 3+2 machining, 4- and 5-axis simultaneous machining, toolpath modifications, surface inspection, part alignment, and more.

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      Fusion 360 Machining Extension

      Purchase access to the Machining Extension to unlock additional capabilities that build on the CAM programming tools provided inside Fusion 360. Gain access to advanced technologies, including automated 3+2 machining, 4- and 5-axis simultaneous machining, toolpath modifications, surface inspection, and more.

      Reduce your CAM programming time, make better use of your CNC machinery, and improve the quality and value of your machined parts.

      See how MJK Performance is winning with Fusion 360

      MJK Performance, a leader in aftermarket motorcycle parts, uses Fusion 360 to design and manufacture precision CNC parts. The integration of CAD and CAM and ease of use has allowed them to exponentially grow their business.

      "On our very first project using Fusion 360, we saved over $14,000 by reducing cycle time by 9 minutes with no additional tool wear. That has a direct impact on our bottom line."

      Daniel Colbert, Colbert Manufacturing

      Frequently asked questions for machinists (FAQ)

      CAD/CAM software is computer-aided design & computer-aided manufacturing software for CNC machinists.

      Computer-aided design & computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software is used by CNC machinists to design and manufacture prototypes, finished products, and production runs of products.

      CNC stands for computer numerical control. There are many types of CNC machines, and this is often the main step in the process of creating a component or part through material removal. Once a part has been designed in CAD software, CAM (computer aided manufacturing) software is used to generate toolpaths, plans that tell a CNC machine how to move.