Quick DXF to G-Code Conversion Instructions

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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 from Open Pario under Power Cube files, CAM section.

Follow directions shown in