Tools/boxford/BoxfordQR
Introduction
An Quick Reference to generating a CNC toolpath from Fusion 360 for the Boxford and running it correctly.
Initial Tasks
Design the model in Fusion. Switch to Manufacturing mode. Open the tool library model in another tab.
Setups -> New Setup.
| Tab | Setting | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Machine | Machine -> Boxford 260 VMC |
| Setup | Operation Type -> Milling | |
| Work Coordinate System (WCS) | Orientation -> Select Z axis & X Axis | |
| Touch off on faces perpendicular to Z and X axes | ||
| Flip X-Axis -> On | ||
| Stock | Stock | Mode -> Fixed Size Box |
| Set width, depth and height, and the relative location of the model to each. 'Center' is a good default | ||
| Model position -> Offset from top | ||
| Offset -> Depth of facing cut | ||
| Post Process | Nothing to set in here. |
Facing Off
From '2D Milling' menu, select 'Face'
| Tab | Setting | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Tool | Tool | Tool -> Choose from library |
| Coolant -> Flood | ||
| Feed & Speed | Spindle Speed -> Max 3000 rpm | |
| Feedrate -> Max 300mm/min | ||
| Geometry | Stock Contours | Stock Selections -> Select the top surface of the model |
| Heights |