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Explore Mastercam, a computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) application. Learn how to convert a 3D model to a toolpath—a set of instructions for a CNC mill to follow.
Computer numerical control (CNC) milling is a subtractive process that allows you to carve digital 3D models out of blocks of solid material like foam, wood, plastic, or metal. Computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) programs are used to control CNC mills, which can fabricate objects that are often stronger than those created by additive meansâfor example, 3D printing. In this short course, Taylor Hokanson helps you get up and running with Mastercam, one of the most popular CAD/CAM applications. He demonstrates how to use this program to create basic geometry and convert it to toolpaths for export to the mill of your choice.
Overview
Syllabus
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Introduction
- Welcome
- What you should know before watching
- How to use the exercise files
- 3-button mouse
- Mini-toolbar
- Ribbon introduction and tabs
- Selections overview
- Quick Access Toolbar and status bar
- Create 2D geometry for a motor bracket
- Set stock
- Machining operations: Drill
- Simulation
- Machining operations: Contour
- Create 2D geometry for a chess piece
- Create 3D geometry and stock
- Roughing, finishing, and post-processing
- Next steps
