Inkscape for G-Code creation

[adbuch]

Some may not be aware that in addition to vector file editing, Inkscape can also be used for creating cut paths and G-code. A question was recently asked about how to create a part where some of the features require cut paths with lead-ins and others require no lead-ins. Here is how to do this.

David


The sample part is a flat plate with 4 holes and a straight cut to be used as a bend relief for bending the flat plate into a right angle bracket.

The question was how to create both cuts with lead-ins and cuts without lead-ins in the same file.

Make sure to set the cutting order to "Path by path" so that all the interior features will be cut before the outer perimeter of the part is cut.

Chilipeppr is a very useful tool for G-code simulation.
http://chilipeppr.com/tinyg

Here is a very useful source explaining how to use Inkscape for G-code generation.

https://forums.maslowcnc.com/t/inkscape ... rted/12049

[cuttinparts]

Wow, I had no idea! Thanks for the info David, I will look further into that

[acourtjester]

Thanks David Great info along with sites with added info.
Is Chilipepper a cloud based program??

[adbuch]

Wow, I had no idea! Thanks for the info David, I will look further into that

You are quite welcome! I had heard about this feature, but had never looked into it up until another member asked a question about it.
David

[adbuch]

Thanks David Great info along with sites with added info.
Is Chilipepper a cloud based program??

Tom - I'm pretty sure that Chilipeppr requires an internet connection to function. I would need to disconnect my internet to my pc to know for sure.
But no big deal for me if it is stand-alone or not. It is fast and very reliable. I first learned about Chilipeppr a few years ago when I was helping someone on the SawMillCreek forum get their diy cnc router table running to cut some Santa pieces for Christmas. It's always fun to learn new things!!

David

[acourtjester]

Amen on the learning is fun, have fun Tom

[adbuch]

Amen on the learning is fun, have fun Tom