Have Sketchup Model--What Do I Do For CAM

Have Sketchup Model--What Do I Do For CAM

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Have Sketchup Model--What Do I Do For CAM

utekcnc
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A customer sent us a sketchup model of a prototype they want machined.   I have uploaded it into Fusion and attached it here.   What do I need to do that I will be able to use this model for CAM toolpaths and machining?   I would like to make some drawing also from it.   Thank you!

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utekcnc
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I'm not sure why this double posted........how do I delete one of them?

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LibertyMachine
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This part has some geometry that won't be easily attained through conventional machining methods. How far are you intending to machine it?

 

In Model workspace, you want to select the two mesh bodies and convert to BREP features (select the mesh from the tree and right click). This is needed to be able to actually select the faces for X and Y orientation.

 

You will need to create certain geometries, such as the drilled hole. A sketch point at center will solve that issue


Seth Madore
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utekcnc
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Yes, I know it's going to be difficult to machine, but trying to get the model to the point where I can start looking at it.

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