Metal Fabrication
Machine Shop: Intro to CNC Lathe *Cancelled*
Learn the essentials of the CNC (computerized numerical control) lathe and how to safety operate it. Then cut some metal!
Tuition Assistance and Other Policies
Sat, 3/15/2025 - Sun, 3/16/2025
Cancelled
About
On the first day, we’ll cover CNC lathe basics beginning with the details of the machine and understanding lathe motion on the Z and X axes. We'll also cover selecting and establishing part-zeros, various cutting tools in the tool library, and Diameter- and Z-offsets.
On the second day, you'll learn Fusion 360's CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) tools to generate G-code (the language that instructs the CNC machine what to do and where to do it). These skills are essential in machining complex parts beyond what one could achieve on a manual lathe. After lunch, we’ll load a model created by one of the students into Fusion 360, examine and prove the CAM setup and G-code, cut some air, and then cut some metal.
Details
If you have a model (Fusion .F3D, or .STEP files) you're interested in working from, please bring it on a thumb drive.
Materials
Prerequisites
- Machine Shop Orientation.
- Machine Shop: Make A Bolt (Intro to the Lathe) or the ability to demonstrate competency on either manual lathe.
- Machine Shop: Centroid CNC.
Class Policies
Ages 14 and up are welcome.
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