Quick DXF to G-Code Conversion Instructions: Difference between revisions

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Keep your DXF in the (x,y) > (0,0) coordinate quadrant.
Keep your DXF in the (x,y) > (0,0) coordinate quadrant.
Download vanngcode.py converter script as discussed in [[DXF_to_G-code_Conversion_Tutorial]]
Run conversion, then use the corrected g code file in LinuxCNC CAM software.


[[Category:G-Code]]
[[Category:G-Code]]

Latest revision as of 01:09, 15 June 2011

Under Coordinates, set all start at and Z values to 0, G1 feed Z-direction 150, G1 feed xy direction - 10. This works well for 1/2" steel plate.

Under File Beg. & End - change G21 to G20 for inch units.

Import DXF, then export G-Code.

Keep your DXF in the (x,y) > (0,0) coordinate quadrant.

Download vanngcode.py converter script as discussed in DXF_to_G-code_Conversion_Tutorial

Run conversion, then use the corrected g code file in LinuxCNC CAM software.