Importing images and DWG / DXF files into cutting software
Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2012 5:16 pm
Hi all,
I have some questions about the CNC Shark Pro Plus Routing System which i am thinking of getting.
I already use AutoCAD for my real work (architecture and 3d modelling) - can I make 3d models in autocad and create cutting projects from those. Maybe import them into the software you provide for the cutting? This would make it much easier than learning a new piece of software. Can it import DWG or DXF or 3DSmax models?
How loud is the machine in dB?
How long would it take to cut simple 12"x12" letters. No bevelled edges or anything fancy, just a 1ft x 1ft 'H' or 'A' straight cut letter in a standard times roman or arial font from 1/2" wood. I read a lot about people carving for 10hrs but my wife likes these carved letters as simple decoration on the mantel and that would be a fun gift to start of with.
Finally, is there a way to also import photoshop or other image formats into the software. I know this will not include any depth of cut, but could that be added in the cutting software you provide. I am thinking of doing a silhouette of my nieces/nephews faces for presents if i can get a good profile photo.
Thanks, Dan
I have some questions about the CNC Shark Pro Plus Routing System which i am thinking of getting.
I already use AutoCAD for my real work (architecture and 3d modelling) - can I make 3d models in autocad and create cutting projects from those. Maybe import them into the software you provide for the cutting? This would make it much easier than learning a new piece of software. Can it import DWG or DXF or 3DSmax models?
How loud is the machine in dB?
How long would it take to cut simple 12"x12" letters. No bevelled edges or anything fancy, just a 1ft x 1ft 'H' or 'A' straight cut letter in a standard times roman or arial font from 1/2" wood. I read a lot about people carving for 10hrs but my wife likes these carved letters as simple decoration on the mantel and that would be a fun gift to start of with.
Finally, is there a way to also import photoshop or other image formats into the software. I know this will not include any depth of cut, but could that be added in the cutting software you provide. I am thinking of doing a silhouette of my nieces/nephews faces for presents if i can get a good profile photo.
Thanks, Dan