Features included in Fusion 360 with PowerMill® enable easier 3- and 5-axis programming, simulation, and verification, so manufacturers can get more from their subtractive, additive, and hybrid machines.
Features
Expert 3- and 5-axis CAM
High-speed machining
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![Video: PowerMill specializes in programming large or complex parts to ensure CAM programming times are minimized]()
Expert performance
Rapid calculation of toolpaths for large or complex parts. Machine surfaces, solids, or meshes. (video: 2:48 min.)
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![Video: Choose from a variety of roughing strategies to machine parts quickly and reduce wear on tools]()
High-speed roughing
Cut parts faster with high-efficiency roughing. Prolong tool life and reduce maintenance costs. (video: 3:15 min.)
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![Video: PowerMill has an extensive suite of finishing strategies for simplifying the manufacture of CNC machined parts]()
Comprehensive finishing
Access a vast library of toolpaths. Improve surface finish, while minimizing manual polishing. (video: 3:02 min.)
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![Video: Use powerful editing tools on entire toolpaths or localized regions to optimize machining cycle times and surface finish]()
Toolpath optimization
Make global or localized edits to your toolpaths without the need for lengthy recalculations. (video: 2:44 min.)
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![Video: Combining additive and subtractive processes in PowerMill lets you manufacture parts in a single hybrid workflow]()
Hybrid manufacturing
ULTIMATE (Subscriber benefit)
Create, control, and simulate deposition strategies for driving high-rate additive processes. (video: 2:40 min.)
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![Video: Use in-cycle probing to help with part setup and quality control through the machining process]()
Surface probing
ULTIMATE (Subscriber benefit)
Create probing toolpaths to measure parts with spindle probes. Share 3D reports with Autodesk Drive. (video: 2:07 min.)
5-axis programming
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![Video: Use positional 5-axis machining for improved surface finishes and more accurate dimensional results with machined parts]()
Efficient 3+2 programming
Machine complex features with fewer setups, shorter tools, and more aggressive feeds and speeds. (video: 2:10 min.)
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![Video: PowerMill allows 5-axis motion to be applied to the majority of its toolpaths]()
5-axis machining
ULTIMATE
Machine the most challenging parts more safely and efficiently with continuous 5-axis machining. (video: 3:24 min.)
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![Video: Optimize 5-axis toolpaths to make the best use of your CNC machine tool]()
Expert 5-axis control
ULTIMATE
Make global or localized edits to 5-axis toolpaths for improved machine motion and shorter cycle times. (video: 2:50 min.)
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Auto tool tilting
Simplify the process of creating collision-free 5-axis toolpaths with automatic tool axis tilting.
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Interactive collision avoidance
Use interactive tools to help identify and repair toolpath motion that can cause collisions or near misses.
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Automatic orientation vectors
ULTIMATE
Improve the synchronization between 5-axis simulations and actual NC program output.
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Dynamic machine control
ULTIMATE
Select multiple regions of your toolpaths; use a virtual CNC machine to dynamically apply alternative tool axis settings.
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Comprehensive tool support
Access tool types, including barrel cutters, and combine with 3- and 5-axis strategies to meet your machining needs.
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Trusted NC code output
Output high-quality NC code for your machines. Access the latest machining functions on major NC controllers.
Specialized industry solutions
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![Video: PowerMill is ideal CAM software for manufacturers who want to program large or complex parts with industrial robots]()
Industrial robots
ULTIMATE
Offline programming and simulation of robots. Analyze axis motion to reduce singularities and over-travel. (video: 2:56 min.)
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![Video: When CAM programming electrodes, users can access the full suite of toolpath creation, editing, and optimization tools]()
Electrode manufacture
ULTIMATE
Automate the design, manufacture, inspection, and subsequent EDM burning of electrodes. (video: 2:47 min.)
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![Video: PowerMill includes toolpaths to significantly reduce the time it takes to machine blisks and impellers]()
Blisk and impeller machining
ULTIMATE
Use specialized 5-strategies to machine blisks, IBRs, and impellers with safe CNC machine motion. (video: 1:38 min.)
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Blade milling
ULTIMATE
Get dedicated tools to safely machine turbine blades, vanes, and other airfoils with smooth 5-axis motion.
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Port and manifold manufacture
ULTIMATE
Access specialized CNC machining strategies for the production of engine ports and manifolds.
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Rib machining
ULTIMATE
Produce cutter-friendly toolpaths to mill ribs in molds and dies. Use as a low-cost alternative to EDM.
Simulation and verification
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Stock simulation
Dynamic ViewMill provides improved image quality. New options to detect and display collisions with stock.
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Stock analysis
Quickly identify material left unmachined using color-coded shading modes.
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Automated verification
Use a single command to verify your CAM project to find and remove collisions and near misses.
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Analyze machine motion
Simulate your toolpaths and NC programs using a virtual CNC machine. Highlight over-travel and rotary axis reversals.
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Optimize machine motion
Dynamically orientate your virtual CNC machine tool to use shorter tools and more aggressive feeds and speeds.
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Verification exports
Quickly transfer your NC programs and associated data to third-party verification software for added peace of mind.
More features
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Autodesk Drive
(Subscriber benefit)
Securely store, preview, and share PowerMill data with project stakeholders.
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Ribbon interface
User-friendly interface shortens the learning curve, and offers customization for more experienced programmers.
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Machining setups
Manage workplanes, stock, and clamps when programming parts using multiple operations.
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2.5D programming
Interactively create 2D features, toolpaths, and NC code with control over cutter compensation.
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Customization and automation
Embed your expertise into templates, macros, and toolbars. Minimize programming time and human error.
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Tooling database
Build a searchable tool database and share across your engineering team for greater process control.
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Shared views and setup sheets
Share vital information with your shop-floor operators. Minimize setup time and help avoid costly mistakes.
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Every CAD support
Import surfaces, solids, or meshes from mainstream CAD systems. Create high-quality NC code regardless of model quality.
