Learn Fusion 360

We use Fusion every day for design business and CNC shop. We make videos, tutorials, and classes using Autodesk Fusion!

What is Fusion?

Autodesk Fusion is a Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) that blends a series of different types of traditionally separate programs (CAM, Simulation Testing, Rendering, Animations) into one great piece of software.

It works on Windows or Mac and is a cloud-based app that uses cloud-syncing to keep all your files up-to-date.

There’s a handful of free licenses and you can get started right now!

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GET FUSION

There are a handful of ways you can get a license for Fusion:

Free

How to Register for Start-up, Personal, or Student License

Educational License - For educators and students with an EDU account

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Startup License - Gives you access to Fusion for one year. Requirements include:

• Being a business with 10 or fewer employees, businesses (including parent entities) generating less than $100,000 USD in total annual revenue.

• Willingness to share your story with the Autodesk Fusion.

• Approval is required for renewal.

STARTUP

Personal / Hobbyist License - Anyone that uses Fusion for non-commercial work can use the free hobbyist license. There are some limitations but overall you’ll get the best CAD/CAM package for free out there!

HOBBYIST

Paid

Get 20% off 1 Year Subscription – If you use Fusion for your work you will need a Fusion license. We believe Fusion is easily the best CAD/CAM bang for your buck in the industry.

Note – Any purchase with our links gives us a small kickback, thanks in advance!

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Watch our Free Youtube Series

We created a series on YouTube for beginners to Learn Fusion. You don’t need to any previous knowledge of Fusion to get started.

We recommend installing Fusion as described below.

Our Fusion Videos

Our Fusion CAM Videos

Take a Course

Get started in Fusion with our Fusion CAD Introduction class designed to help you master Autodesk Fusion with no experience necessary. This class is taught by Justin who has nearly a decade of Fusion experience.

• Overview of the Design Workspace

• Foundational Skills: Master sketches, planes, parameters, and both direct and parametric modeling.

• Advanced Techniques: Gain proficiency in extruding, lofting, revolving, and using form tools.

• Practical Applications: Learn to create, modify, and manage components and assemblies.

• Integration and Output: Import and export designs, create detailed drawings, and prepare files for manufacturing.

• Learn at Your Own Pace: Start from scratch and progress through all key functionalities of Fusion's modeling workspace.

• Perfect for All Levels: Whether you're a total newbie or just brushing up, this course has everything you need to become proficient.

• Lifetime Access: Sign up once and have permanent access to course materials.

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Want to Learn CNC & CAM?

Take our course, Learn the Basics of CNC & CAM, where we cover the concepts of CNC’s and CAM in an easy to follow online course. Go-at-your-own pace on any web-cable device. Get started on a new skillset now!

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What Computer Should I get for Fusion?

Below are recommendations for computers that work well to run Fusion. Links below include affiliate tags which earn us a small portion of income if you make a purchase.

Hobbyist

Professional

Watch our Video on Benchmarking Fusion

Installing Fusion

Installing Fusion is pretty simple. Depending on the license you choose:

Trial

1. Visit the Autodesk page here

2. Select Download Free Trial

3. Choose an intended use that suits you best.

4. Fill in Info, select Begin Trial

5. A download should start - this will be the full-featured Fusion.

6. Install as normal on your computer.

Purchase / Licensed previously

If you’ve already licensed Fusion

1. Login to your Autodesk account page.

2. Click All Products and Services on the left.

3. Find Fusion - Legacy to the right and then select the Download Now button on the right

4. A download should start, once downloaded, install as normal on your computer.

Reinstall Fusion

If you previously registered a license and have to reinstall Fusion, go to Autodesk Account and click the Fusion download link in the Products and Services section. You don’t need to register a new account or re-register an existing account to reinstall.

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