CNC Plasma Cutting

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CNC Plasma Cutting

CNC Plasma Cutting is a modern cutting method using a CNC machine to melt and cut through electrically conductive materials. It is widely used in industries for its efficiency, precision, and ability to cut various metals such as steel, aluminum, and copper.

Tutorial

Step 1: Designing the Sheet Metal in Fusion 360

1. Open Fusion 360 and create a new design. 2. Click on the "Create Sketch" button and choose the desired plane (XY, XZ, or YZ). 3. Use sketching tools (Line, Circle, Rectangle, etc.) to create your design. Ensure dimensions are correct. 4. Once the sketch is complete, finish the sketch by clicking on "Finish Sketch". 5. To prepare for cutting, you need to extrude the sketch. Click on "Create" > "Extrude" and set the thickness according to your material.

Step 2: Creating Toolpaths

1. Switch to the "Manufacture" workspace by selecting it from the top left. 2. Click on "Setup" and choose "New Setup". Select the Work Coordinate System (WCS) and the stock dimensions. 3. Click on the "2D" dropdown menu and select the "Profile" toolpath. 4. Select the profile you wish to cut. Adjust settings such as cutting speed, lead-in/lead-out paths, and tool diameter in the toolpath settings. 5. Review the toolpath simulation to ensure proper cutting paths.

Step 3: Post-Processing for ShopSabre CNC Plasma Cutter

1. In the Manufacture workspace, click on "Post Process". 2. Select "ShopSabre" from the Post Configuration dropdown. 3. Set the output file format to your desired format (typically .nc). 4. Specify the file name and location for saving the post-processed file. Click on “Post” to generate the toolpath G-code. 5. Transfer the G-code file to the ShopSabre CNC plasma cutter using a USB drive or network transfer.

Recommended Videos

• [Fusion 360 Basics - Sketching and Extruding](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiQJxGAKJRA)
• [Creating Toolpaths in Fusion 360](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vvp5tT9ruJo)
• [ShopSabre CNC Plasma Cutter Overview](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AhH0cNLi5M)

External Links

• [Fusion 360 Official Site](https://www.autodesk.com/products/fusion-360/)
• [ShopSabre CNC Official Site](https://www.shopsabre.com/)
• [CNC Plasma Cutting Basics](https://www.plasmacutting.org/)

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