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Making a DXF file for laser cutting
garyo - 31/5/11 at 05:17 PM

I need to get run of ten pieces of 5mm perspex/polycarbonate laser cut. It's a fairly simple 20 sided polygon with four drill holes.

My understanding is the best way of doing this is to generate a DXF file and send it to one of the many laser cutters out there. What's my best option for doing that without incurring too many costs? Google sketch-up?

Thanks

Gary

prelude1980 - 31/5/11 at 05:28 PM

i can give you a dxf if you tell me what you want, 5 min job on AutoCAD if you like

Alan B - 31/5/11 at 05:59 PM

Or download draftsight...perfect for that job....

Can you really laser cut perpex?...won't the heat affect it?.......waterjet would be fine though of course.

[Edited on 31/5/11 by Alan B]

prelude1980 - 31/5/11 at 06:09 PM

quote:
Originally posted by Alan B
Or download draftsight...perfect for that job....

Can you really laser cut perpex?...won't the heat affect it?.......waterjet would be fine though of course.

[Edited on 31/5/11 by Alan B]


Actually laser cutting is good as it polishes the cut edge at the same time. wish we had one at the last place i worked as it was a buffing wheel instead LOL