Guides/SketchUp for Laser Cutting
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Why use Google SketchUp
- Free
- Easy to use
- Intuitive
- Gentle learning curve
- Available for Windows/Mac
- Lots of videos and tutorials available online
- Books available but rarely needed
Information
- SketchUp homepage - download from here.
- Using Google SketchUp in 2D mode - Essential for producing designs for the laser cutter.
- SketchUp DXF exporter - Free Ruby plug-in - SketchUp professional not required.
Exporting
Make sure that you have installed the DXF export plug-in.
- Go to: Tools/Export to DXF or STL
- Export units: millimeters
- Export to DXF: lines