Post any successes/problems on the google groups, The VRTurning Manual is on the desktop of Colosson, and is probably the best single resource for operation of the lathe. But the previous person may have changed or moved things so ALWAYSĬheck tool offsets and work offsets before running a job. Rough cut, Finishing, Parting and Threading. The current default tool setup and offsets are good for the 4 'outside' tools To check all is well before you actually cut it out for real.

The novaturn software has a simulation mode' that lets you program a part an run it on the computer only The lathe used is the same as ours except that we have a 8 position automatic tool changer.

There is also some generic videos on using a denford lathe. The settings which should be used are linked here. However, the second issue (besides manually pasting the toolpaths together) can be solved using the Post-Process All utility, which allows entire setups to be posted. There is currently no way around the first issue from Fusion 360-posted files without buying Fusion 360, or manually correcting the files afterwards. The second is the inability to post multiple operations simultaneously for the lathe to run in sequence. The first is the loss of rapids, with all moves being made at cutting feedrate. The October 2020 changes to Fusion 360 for personal use hobbles (but isn't a barrier to use of) the Denford Lathe in two ways. This video is specifically on toolpathing for a CNC lathe. There are lots of how to work Fusion 360 vids on Youtube.

See lower in the section for the links to the videos.įusion 360 is a great 3D design tool that is free for private/educational use. Including three by Chris Cain :-) showing how to design a part and cut it specifically on out lathe. There are a number of good 'howto' videos on youtube If you have never used a Lathe or CNC machine at all before the learning curve can be a little steep but should be manageable.

Obviously take care when using, if you are unsure of anything ASK SOMEONE a good place to ask is the google group or #CNC Slack channel. It is NOT a scary, hard to use machine and is available for use by any member without induction. The Novaturn lathe has been in the space for some time and has had very little use to date. 5.2 Chris Cain's Fusion360 Post-ProcessorĪ benchtop Denford Novaturn CNC lathe, typically controlled by Colosson computer.

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