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Generating gears in Fusion 360 is actually pretty easy and you can print the results if you like. Which CAD program are you using, Rick?

David

 

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A no longer supported version of AutoCAD's AutoSketch (ver. 10). It imports and exports common formats and is easy to use. I have TurboCAD 2/3D 18 but have not put the effort into learning it as it seems much less intuitive, but that probably is just a familiarity thing.

I'm not familiar with Fusion 360. Sounds like a 3D program.

What format(s) does your CNC router work from?

Rick

Fusion 360 is an Autodesk product like AutoCAD. The big difference is it's free for hobbyists or small businesses making less than $100k per year. Sadly, I qualify... :grin:

It is a very good CAD and an even better CAM program and if you're already familiar with the other Autodesk products your learning curve is likely short. And yes, it's a 3D program.

I'm using Mach4 to run the CNC and it takes the G-code generated by Fusion 360 just fine. You just have to pick the right post processor (built into Fusion 360) for your CNC.

There's a huge support community for Fusion 360 and tons of how-to videos.

David

 

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I have downloaded Fusion 360 and have uploaded a couple gear drawings. It will take me a bit to get familiar, I think, as it all seems very strange.

Rick

Check your email, Rick. I sent a guide on creating the gears within Fusion 360.

David

 

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Fascinating process and result, Rick! It was definitely fun to work with you on this and I can't wait to see the finished project. I like your innovative thinking and execution of your ideas.

David

 

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Does VCarve Pro have that gadget or do you have to step up to Aspire to get it, Dave?

David