Integrated BIM tools, including Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D
Professional CAD/CAM tools built on Inventor and AutoCAD
In this exercise, you'll practice how to review drawings, perform model preparation, and create a tool library.
Exercise
Any referenced datasets can be downloaded from "Module downloads" in the module overview.
Transcript
00:00
Open the drawing file Turning Practice.pdf, which accompanies a 3D model that is to be machined on a lathe.
00:13
When reviewing a drawing, you must look for critical dimensions,
00:17
such as the length, height, and diameter of the part, as well as any notes indicating variations in the dimensions.
00:27
Interpreting both the dimensions and any special instructions before machining allows you to recognize workholding requirements.
00:36
You can then prepare the model and choose the appropriate tools for the tool library.
00:43
In this example, notice that the flanges feature tolerances that need to be included when planning the machining of the part,
00:51
as well as length tolerances.
00:54
The tolerances listed indicate that the part needs to be machined at once, instead of being turned at different intervals.
01:02
Now, notice that the note on the drawing reads, “Break all flange edges.”
01:09
The flange edges could be chamfered using the Design workspace in Fusion, or you can add a chamfer toolpath to break the edges.
01:19
Next, review the threaded face of the part.
01:23
The threaded face has been modeled, making the threads difficult to select when working in the Manufacture workspace in Fusion.
01:31
To rectify this, you can delete the modeled threads and, instead, use cosmetic threads that will be cleared out using a toolpath.
01:42
Now, open the file in Fusion.
01:45
While in the Design workspace, select the faces of the threads of the part and delete them.
01:53
As soon as you do, the cylindrical face heals.
01:57
In addition, you could add chamfers to the flange edges using Modify > Chamfer, or you can create a toolpath to chamfer the edges.
02:09
Either method would work to remove sharp edges from the model when it is tooled.
02:15
Next, it is time to configure the tool library.
02:20
Expand the Workspace picker and select Manufacture.
02:25
From the toolbar, expand the Manage drop-down and then select Tool Library.
02:33
The Tool Library displays.
02:36
With Cloud library enabled, create a tool library.
02:41
From the library list, right-click Cloud and then select New library.
02:48
A text field displays.
02:51
Enter a name for the library, such as, “Practice”.
02:56
From your keyboard, press ENTER.
02:59
Now, from the Fusion 360 Library, select Turning – Sample Tools.
03:06
The Turning Sample Tool library displays.
03:10
Select the tools from the library you will need to use to machine the part, such as grooving tools, boring bar tools,
03:19
threading tools, and finishing tools.
03:23
Once they are all selected, right-click and select Copy tools from the shortcut menu.
03:30
Now, return to the Practice library.
03:34
Right-click and select Paste tools.
03:38
As of right now, none of the tools are numbered.
03:43
To number the tools, from the toolbar, select Renumber tools.
03:48
The Renumber tools dialog displays.
03:51
Ensure that both the Start from and Increment by values are correct, and then click Renumber.
04:01
Now, the tools have been assigned numbers in the Practice library.
04:05
Close the library.
04:08
After reviewing and interpreting the drawing, making design changes to the model,
04:14
and configuring a library, you are now ready to begin applying toolpaths to the part.
Video transcript
00:00
Open the drawing file Turning Practice.pdf, which accompanies a 3D model that is to be machined on a lathe.
00:13
When reviewing a drawing, you must look for critical dimensions,
00:17
such as the length, height, and diameter of the part, as well as any notes indicating variations in the dimensions.
00:27
Interpreting both the dimensions and any special instructions before machining allows you to recognize workholding requirements.
00:36
You can then prepare the model and choose the appropriate tools for the tool library.
00:43
In this example, notice that the flanges feature tolerances that need to be included when planning the machining of the part,
00:51
as well as length tolerances.
00:54
The tolerances listed indicate that the part needs to be machined at once, instead of being turned at different intervals.
01:02
Now, notice that the note on the drawing reads, “Break all flange edges.”
01:09
The flange edges could be chamfered using the Design workspace in Fusion, or you can add a chamfer toolpath to break the edges.
01:19
Next, review the threaded face of the part.
01:23
The threaded face has been modeled, making the threads difficult to select when working in the Manufacture workspace in Fusion.
01:31
To rectify this, you can delete the modeled threads and, instead, use cosmetic threads that will be cleared out using a toolpath.
01:42
Now, open the file in Fusion.
01:45
While in the Design workspace, select the faces of the threads of the part and delete them.
01:53
As soon as you do, the cylindrical face heals.
01:57
In addition, you could add chamfers to the flange edges using Modify > Chamfer, or you can create a toolpath to chamfer the edges.
02:09
Either method would work to remove sharp edges from the model when it is tooled.
02:15
Next, it is time to configure the tool library.
02:20
Expand the Workspace picker and select Manufacture.
02:25
From the toolbar, expand the Manage drop-down and then select Tool Library.
02:33
The Tool Library displays.
02:36
With Cloud library enabled, create a tool library.
02:41
From the library list, right-click Cloud and then select New library.
02:48
A text field displays.
02:51
Enter a name for the library, such as, “Practice”.
02:56
From your keyboard, press ENTER.
02:59
Now, from the Fusion 360 Library, select Turning – Sample Tools.
03:06
The Turning Sample Tool library displays.
03:10
Select the tools from the library you will need to use to machine the part, such as grooving tools, boring bar tools,
03:19
threading tools, and finishing tools.
03:23
Once they are all selected, right-click and select Copy tools from the shortcut menu.
03:30
Now, return to the Practice library.
03:34
Right-click and select Paste tools.
03:38
As of right now, none of the tools are numbered.
03:43
To number the tools, from the toolbar, select Renumber tools.
03:48
The Renumber tools dialog displays.
03:51
Ensure that both the Start from and Increment by values are correct, and then click Renumber.
04:01
Now, the tools have been assigned numbers in the Practice library.
04:05
Close the library.
04:08
After reviewing and interpreting the drawing, making design changes to the model,
04:14
and configuring a library, you are now ready to begin applying toolpaths to the part.
How to buy
Privacy | Do not sell or share my personal information | Cookie preferences | Report noncompliance | Terms of use | Legal | © 2025 Autodesk Inc. All rights reserved
Sign in to start learning
Sign in for unlimited free access to all learning content.Save your progress
Take assessments
Receive personalized recommendations
May we collect and use your data?
Learn more about the Third Party Services we use and our Privacy Statement. May we collect and use your data to tailor your experience?
Explore the benefits of a customized experience by managing your privacy settings for this site or visit our Privacy Statement to learn more about your options.