DXF to G-code Converter

This tool converts 2D DXF CAD drawings into CNC-ready G-code for milling workflows. It parses geometry, assigns toolpaths for contours, pockets, and engravings, and outputs G-code with basic safety heights, feed rates, and spindle speeds. The conversion emphasizes standard CAM patterns and uses a configurable tool library to apply common end mills. Users supply a DXF file, select units (mm or inches), define stock dimensions, and choose optional options such as plunge rates, stepovers, and pass depths. The system then generates G-code compatible with generic CNC controllers and can be routed through a post-processor if provided. Beneficiaries include machine shops, makers, and CAM operators seeking repeatable, error-reduced NC programming. Unique value lies in automated 2D-to-G-code translation, sensible defaults, and the ability to tune feed and speed for common materials without software installation. Core features include: DXF input, unit handling, basic 2D toolpath generation, stock-aware outputs, and a downloadable G-code file. Optional features cover multiple passes, hole conversion, and template-based post-processing. The approach reduces setup time, improves consistency across parts, and supports rapid iteration for design changes. Practical use cases include prototyping, sheet-metal parts, and simple pocketing tasks where 2D geometry suffices. The tool targets hobbyists and small workshops that need a quick bridge from CAD to CAM without bespoke CAM software. Disambiguation: the tool handles 2D geometry and conservative safe-height strategies; 3D features are flattened or ignored. Outputs are intended for review before real-machine run.