How to split a big part to cut on small CNC router in many panels?

[zetkasprzyk]

Great minds of Fusion 360!

I would like to cut out a big shape ( tree ) on my small CNC router. This shape is roughtly 160cm tall, 180cm wide and router's bed is only 30cm x 40cm . How can I split the design ( model ) into  many "panels" so i can  cut them in 30cm x 40cm MDF material and glue them togheder later, with edges that roughtly match in size ( taking the cutter diameter into account ) ?

Thank you in advance for any ideas and answers.

[etfrench]

Well done. That looks really nice. 

[Anonymous]

etfrench,

I have one more question for you.  how do I put the attached file flat either on the X or Y axis to get ready for milling?   I have a number of these that are standing on the Z axis and need to put them flat?  again, sorry for the basic question.

thanks for the help!  can I buy you a coffee?

[etfrench]

The simplest if you're doing one at a time is to set Z and X in the Manufacturing Setup.  If you're doing several at the same time, then I would make a copy of each in a new component (labeled CAM). Use a Planar joint to arrange them. 

You could also use Nesting which was introduced several updates ago.

[etfrench]

Like this:

[Anonymous]

thanks!  this worked.  been trying to get multiple done with the planar joint option.  will keep you posted.

[Anonymous]

Sorry to keep bothering etfrench.  I am still struggling with the planar joint.  could you kindly explain using the attached file if you have the time?

[etfrench]

Here's a screencast showing planar joints.

[Anonymous]

thank you! thank you! and thank you for the help once again!  

can I buy you coffee?