🔍 Why & When?

CNC machining is used to carve 3D shapes from solid blocks of wood or metal. Unlike 3D printing, which adds material layer by layer (additive manufacturing), CNC is a subtractive process: it removes material with high precision.

Use CNC when you need:

High dimensional accuracy
Repeatability across parts
Durable materials (wood, metal, plastic)

🛠️ This guide walks you through designing and fabricating a wooden box using Fusion 360 and the HIGH-Z CNC.

Time estimate

⏳ Time Estimate

The entire process will take 3–4 hours:

Design in Fusion 360: 60–90 min
CAM setup (toolpaths): 45–60 min
CNC milling: 60–90 min
Cleanup & sanding: 30–45 min

Prerequisites

You should be comfortable designing smaller 3D objects in Fusion 360

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqnvzxuXFTQ&ab_channel=EvanandKatelyn

📚 Ressources

CNC Step post-processor