Coverting a logo to Gcode

[xairflyer]

I have a logo that i want to be able to cut and engrave (see below) and have been trying to convert it with deskart and another graphic to gcode program.

I can't seem to get any of them to give me the outline of the logo and end up with bits of it or in a 3D form which I dont want.

Any ideas ? or programs that can convert simple graphics like clipart rather than pictures etc.

[TigerPilot]

Am I right that you have a problem with the picture of the plane only? If yes, I think BobArt will help you and the writing you can add after that.

Yoram

[joecnc2006]

you can always bring it into cad and trace the image, sometimes faster than fooling around with different programs trying to convert it.

[xairflyer]

I am not having any luck with the text either.

How do I open a jpg in Cad ? I have autocad 2000

[joecnc2006]

insert / raster image

[joecnc2006]

what size are you looking to make it?

How about something like this?

[xairflyer]

Thanks for that, tried trace before and only managed to get streight lines, is there anyway that Autocad can define the outline itself

[joecnc2006]

you see the image in previous post?

[xairflyer]

WOW that is perfect, how did you do it so quick, looks like I have a lot to learn !!

Main Size I intend to do it is about 6" wide, but would like to also do smaller and larger versions once I figure out how to do any

[xairflyer]

Joe, would'nt let me send a PM to you said your message box was full reprinted below.


Don't have chat facility's, I have also a small (2 or 3mm) V shaped dremel cutter which I have used, maybe that would be better.

My email is xairirl@esatclear.ie

Nearlly 4 in the morning here, better get to bed !!
Holiday tomorrow so I can play with my machine, will let you know how I get on, and thanks again for your time and help.

Seamus

[joecnc2006]

OK the 1st pic is a simulation of .5mm deep, 2mm stock, 3mm End Mill

2nd is same stock and depth, but using a 3mm ball nose, and will take 3-4 the time to cut.

[joecnc2006]

Here is the g-codes for the 3mm ball end which is what is needed, if you have some extra 3mm end mill I would just take it and stick it into a drill press, and use a grinder while it spins to round the nose of it, a cheap way to get a ball nose.

one is (mm) and one is (in)