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  1. 04-13-2009, 10:28 AM #1
    Blacksunshine
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    Can STL be converted to DFX?

    I would like to know is it posible to converto stl over to dfx. or what program can I use to take an stl file and create g code to be used in mach 3?
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  2. 04-13-2009, 11:02 AM #2
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    MeshCam or Cut3D can create code from an .stl
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  3. 04-20-2009, 07:03 AM #3
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    deep exploration converts *all* to *all*, very good piece of software
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  4. 04-20-2009, 10:15 AM #4
    yohudi
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    There are some FREE options

    There are some FREE options you might want to try before spending any money.

    MESHLab will convert 3D .STL to .DXF..

    FreeMill will create gcode from .STL file with surface preview.

    both are linked in the Essentials area of http://cnc4free.org

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