topic Re: How can I script the process of generating g-code/toolpath in Fusion 360 for an STL file? in Fusion API and Scripts Forum

How can I script the process of generating g-code/toolpath in Fusion 360 for an STL file?

abhijeet-singh — Sat, 08 Oct 2022 23:58:49 GMT

I want to generate the g-code for a 3d printable STL file using Fusion API in Python. The process should start with
* Import the STL

* Make CAM setups

* Generate g-code/toolpath

* Simulate toolpath

* Hide printer bed, layout grid, and set camera parameters(like orientation and position)

* Take screenshots at specified layers

Re: How can I script the process of generating g-code/toolpath in Fusion 360 for an STL file?

BrianEkins — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 18:42:45 GMT

The API for the Manufacturing functionality in Fusion is currently very limited. What you've described is not currently possible to automate.

Re: How can I script the process of generating g-code/toolpath in Fusion 360 for an STL file?

abhijeet-singh — Sat, 15 Oct 2022 05:47:33 GMT

Hi Brian,
Thanks for the reply. I'm glad to hear from you!

I understand that it is difficult to obtain the results I'm looking for. I'm making quite a progress though. I just want to know how can I click on a button using the script, as I'm trying to import machine info in the setup. Please refer to the screenshot below for clarification:

Best Regards,

Abhijeet Singh