Day: September 28, 2018

Free & Easy Way to Trace Images for CNC Using Inkscape

Welcome to the Urban CNC tutorial on using Inkscape to turn any image into a file that can be used to create code for CNC machining. This tutorial will show how to go from a picture to a vector graphic ready for engraving, inlay CNC carving, laser etching, etc. The techniques shown here work for […]

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Preparing Images for Tracing with Gimp

Improve tracing by adjusting contrast, reduce colours, etc. This tutorial will show you a few tricks using Gimp which make it easier and faster to trace images with Inkscape. Full tutorial coming soon!

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Engraving, Tracing and V-Carving with Fusion 360

Step by Step How-To for Engraving / V-Carving in Fusion 360. Setup, Tools, Tool Paths Complete tutorial coming soon!

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