Autodesk Fusion Tips
Autodesk Fusion (formerly "Fusion 360") is a cloud-based commercial software package for doing parametric CAD, electrical drawings, simulation, rendering and CAM.
The software is free for hobbyists, non-commercial use, and for qualifying startups.
At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) members use Fusion to create output suitable for our 3D printers and CNC machines.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.
Tips
- Use post processor "Mach4Mill" (not Avid CNC).
Links to external sites (youtube.com)
- Autodesk Fusion (1.7K videos)
- How to Make an Augmented Reality File (YouTube short)
- HIDDEN CAD within CAM! (22:32 mins)
External Training
Links to Autodesk.com
- Use Decal to apply a sticker-like image to a face
- How to insert McMaster-Carr components
- Create an animation
Member Showcase
-
3D-printed
spindle hub adapter
by Trevor B. -
3D-printed
2" spindle hub
by Trevor B.
- For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack.
Hand-Curated Links
Links to files and models:
- STLFinder — search engine for free 3d models
- Autodesk Online Gallery — "Share your projects"
- Cults 3D — "best files for 3D printer, laser cutting & CNC machining"
- GrabCAD — "over 6,550,000 free CAD files"
- Thingiverse — "Digital Designs for Physical Objects"
- AUTODESK INSTRUCTABLES — "Explore projects"
Alternatives to Fusion
Links to other external sites (alphabetical order):
- Autodesk Tinkercad — "free web app for 3D design, electronics, and coding"
- FreeCAD — Parametric 3D CAD
- KiCad — schematic capture, PCB layout, and simulation
- Onshape — Cloud-native CAD
- OpenSCAD — "The Programmers Solid 3D CAD Modeller"
- SOLIDWORKS for Makers — full-functionality 3D CAD tools for personal use
Additional Help
Links to related PPM Wiki pages
Use the PPM Slack channel #fusion-360
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.