Module

3 hr. 30 min.

Setting up a CNC milling program

Module overview

Create toolpaths for a CNC Mill to better understand the requirements when designing parts to be manufactured.

After completing this module, you'll be able to 

  • Create a CNC Milling CAM setup.
  • Create roughing and finishing toolpaths.
  • Simulate stock removal.
  • Export an NC file.

Module downloads

These downloadable resources will be used to complete units in this module:

Module outline

  • Create a tool library
  • Create a milling setup
  • Create a facing toolpath
  • Create a 2D contour toolpath
  • Create a drilling operation
  • Create a tapping operation
  • Create a second setup
  • Create an adaptive clearing toolpath
  • Finish mill and drill a part
  • Simulate toolpaths
  • Export NC files
  • Practice exercise
  • Challenge exercise