Just wondering who else uses Fusion 360 for their Design and CAM (Gcode Generation). Do you also have the rapid moves limited in the Gcode generation?
Only me it seems!
I’ve created a tool that adds rapid movements back into the generated Gcode from Fusion360 CAM processors.
This tool combats this following messages:
;When using Fusion 360 for Personal Use, the feedrate of
;rapid moves is reduced to match the feedrate of cutting
;moves, which can increase machining time. Unrestricted rapid
;moves are available with a Fusion 360 Subscription.
If anyone’s interested - the software is here.
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Hey Pete,
Have you used any other CAM software? How does F360 as CAM compare?
I’m still undecided what I will go with - my only experience is CamBam which I very much dislike…
Fusion and Solidworks use the same CAM processor - HSMWorks I believe. I’ve used both and I can say Fusions 360 offerings are way way better! I would recommend using F360. it has better features and produces some great movements. it also have an engrave function with is the best thing ever!
You’ll need a post processor (as you know, information for others) which can be found here: Post Library for Autodesk Fusion 360 | Autodesk Fusion 360
If you’re using your V2 controller, do you just use the standard GRBL post processor or is there a better one?
I use Fusion360 extensively and have done since I built my CNC 5 years ago. For the past 2 years or so I have also been using Shapr3D as well primarily for modelling and prototyping for both CNC and 3D printing. I love the user experience of Shapr3D on the iPad Pro. I also use VCarve Desktop but I prefer the CAM tools in Fusion360.
I will check out Root_Rapidise as that feedrate restriction can really slow down.
Thanks Pete.
I’m using Fusion with this GitHub - BruceRoyce/UltimateRepRapPost: The ULTIMATE Duet3D RepRap Post-Processor for Autodesk Fusion 360.
I just had to modify it to lift the Spindle before the first G0 move as I have Z=0 at the top of the spoils board.
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