Fusion 360: 3D Printed Product Enclosure

Learn how to design product enclosures to manufacture a 3D printing of the design using Autodesk Fusion 360.

Introduction

• Welcome
• Parts

1. Set Up

• Download Fusion 360
• Change settings
• Upload the exercise files
• Updated toolbar UI

2. Insert and Position Components

• Insert parts into current design
• Modifying a linked component
• Review of the layout
• Move and align the charger into position
• Model standoffs for the charger
• Model standoffs, continued
• Align and position components

3. Model Enclosure Base

• Housing for the slide switch
• Model circuit playground platforms
• Modify and mirror platforms
• Secure the battery
• 3D print and check fit
• Modify standoffs
• Modify the slide switch and housing
• Modify battery constraints
• Modify battery constraints, continued
• 3D print and check new fit

4. Model Enclosure Cover

• Design the cover and shell
• Cutouts for LEDs and ports
• Cutout for the slide switch
• Cutout for the battery charger
• Assembly

Conclusion

• Next steps