Multiple Objects Setup

Arrange parts

Now that we have multiple solid parts parts in Fusion 360, we need to arrange them to be machined on the CNC.

First, we start out by changing workspace. Change workspace to the "Manufacturing" workspace. Click the "Design" workspace and choose "Manufacture".

Then we proceed by making a manufacturing model. Click the "Setup" drop down menu and then click the "Create manufacturing model"

Now we want to position the bodies relative to each other. First we rotate and position the pieces approximately how the orient relative to each other. Double left click on the body you want to move/rotate and press "m" on your keyboard for the move command. If the pieces should be flipped click and drag on the circles highlighted below.

If the bodies should be moved to the sides. click and drag on the arrows as highlighted below.

The bodies should be oriented in the right orientation and approximately how the should be placed relative to each other when machined on the CNC.

Now we want to be more precise in the distance the bodies have to eachother. We do this using the the joint feature. Press J on your keyboard or this icon.

Now we want a distance between the bodies. 20 mm gaps between objects is our recommended amount. First press on the line of the body then press the corner point for the joint to work properly.

Now click on "Setup". We will now define the working area parameters for the CNC machine.

Click on "Model" and select the body or bodies you are want to machine.

In the top of the setup panel, click "Stock," then choose "Add stock to all sides" and enter the extra material dimensions you have on each side — typically over 20 mm on each side will be on the safe side. This extra stock material will allow for space to screw or nail the stock material in place. In this case there is an extra 30 mm to each side. Set both the stock +/- Z parameters to 0. The dimensions in "Stock Dimensions" should now match your piece of stock material.

Define the origo/zero-point by pressing setup and selecting box point.

The origo/zero point should be in the bottom point of the far corner.