Re: Will Fusion 360 replace GMax and th CNC tool kit for 5 axis trunnion tables?
Originally Posted by
ger21;
My take on this is that 3+2 and simultaneous will be extra cost options on top of the $300/year. Whether or not they'll even offer it to those using Fusion for free is up to Autodesk.
Hi again,
I've taken another look at the Fusion 360 licensing today... There have been considerable changes since I tested things out about 18 months ago.... and you are absolutely right... Free sub $100k (US) turnover usage beyond the 30 day trial period has already been rescinded....
Fusion 360 licensing has now reverted to the general Autodesk model. Free usage is limited to students or educators.. as per the situation with 3D Studio MAX, Maya etc... ALL other use is subject to $300 to $480 (US) annual subscription, once the 30 day free trial period is over... depending on all at once or monthly payment options.
When XYZ version was available for free, subscription rate for 3+2 operation was $300 annually.... nobody would go back to XYZ and still pay the $300 charged previously for 3+2.. so I would expect 3+2 would be included with the initial subscription deal.
For simultaneous 5-axis I would anticipate that subscription rate would at least double.. to a minimum of $600-$720 US annually... reflecting the previous premium applied to 3+2 upgrade from standard XYZ.... maybe more.. depending on how far Autodesk think they can push things....
This suggests that there will be a role for gmax and cnctoolkit (or derivatives) for some time to come...
Hope this helps
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