[toothandnail]

Wanting to try and engrave some alum. I need a vector file converted into g code , is that possible? If so,

What program would you reccomend?

Here is my file in vector , I would like 2 sizes , one is 7/8"x 7/8" , How much detail is too much ?

The other is 3"x3"

If this file dosen't work what will??????

[txcncman]

I use Acme TraceArt. I do not think you can get the free version anymore. But it is not that expensive.

[toothandnail]

Thanks tx ,
How small a cutter would I need to cut that design at 7/8"x 7/8"

Basically just wanting the outline , I think , I'm so new at this I don't know what I want.

How hard is it to start with a drawing, and end up with a finished engraving?
Their site makes it sound EASY! Don't they all

[bobsch]

Here's a DXF copy.

[txcncman]

Thanks tx ,
How small a cutter would I need to cut that design at 7/8"x 7/8"

Basically just wanting the outline , I think , I'm so new at this I don't know what I want.

How hard is it to start with a drawing, and end up with a finished engraving?
Their site makes it sound EASY! Don't they all

Use an engraving tool.

Total time on task, including making screen shots, about 30 minutes.

Attached are the steps:

[toothandnail]

Thanks guys , I'll see if I can make that work!

[BAMCNC.COM]

IP address, NAKED, beauty comp... May want to blur some screens David.

[Rolf_K]

Wanting to try and engrave some alum. I need a vector file converted into g code , is that possible? If so,

What program would you reccomend?

Here is my file in vector , I would like 2 sizes , one is 7/8"x 7/8" , How much detail is too much ?

The other is 3"x3"

If this file dosen't work what will??????

I know this blog is somewhat dated nevertheless since nobody suggested the free Inkscape program I must put that on the table.