Vector conversion for engraving.
Single-line stroke fonts, closed tool paths, and depth-separated layers. Built for laser engravers, rotary spindles, and v-carving machines.
Engraving conversions ship as single-line stroke AI + DXF + SVG with depth-separated layers and tool-path notes. Standard: filled outlines converted to single-line strokes, depth layers (surface, shallow, deep) named for your controller, closed contour paths for pockets, and a machine note sheet with starting speed/power. Tier 1 nameplates from $15; Tier 3 illustrated plaques to $95.
Spec sheet, by default.
Every engraving delivery includes these — no upcharges, no "did you also want single-line fonts?"
- File formats
- Stroke-converted
.ai,.dxf(R2010),.svg. Compatible with LightBurn, VCarve, Easel and GRBL controllers. - Single-line strokes
- All filled text and logos converted to single-line centerline paths — the tool follows the line, not the outline. No double-pass waste, no shadow edges.
- Depth layers
- SURFACE (0.1–0.2 mm), SHALLOW (0.3–0.5 mm), DEEP (0.5–1.5 mm) and CUTOUT layers. Named and color-coded per LightBurn convention.
- Closed pocket paths
- For v-carve and pocket operations, all paths are closed — no open endpoints. Pockets labeled POCKET with min. dimension noted.
- Dimensions
- Drawn at exact engraving dimensions, 1:1 — no scaling needed. We ask for substrate size before we draw.
- Machine note sheet
- Plain-text PDF with suggested power, speed, passes and bit type (V-bit 60°, ball-nose, drag tip) per depth layer.
Three depths. One file.
Every delivery uses the same depth convention so your machine setup is identical job to job.
Surface
Light marking pass. Anodized metal, powder coat, painted wood. Removes coating without cutting substrate.
0.1 – 0.2 mm · 100% power / 800 mm/minShallow
Standard nameplate and trophy depth. Hardwood, acrylic, bamboo, slate. Legible at arm's length.
0.3 – 0.5 mm · 80% power / 400 mm/minDeep
Bold v-carving and pocket milling. Thick hardwood, solid brass, aluminum. Fill with epoxy or paint.
0.5 – 1.5 mm · 60% power / 200 mm/minStarting values above are for a 60W CO₂ laser on 3 mm hardwood. Note your machine and material when you order — we'll adjust the sheet.
From logo PNG to engrave-ready strokes.
Job VW-4031: a walnut nameplate for Northridge Outdoor Co. Source was a filled PNG logo. Delivered as single-line DXF with 2 depth layers in 13 hours.
northridge-outdoor-logo.png
800×600 · PNG · filled outlines · no stroke information
northridge-engrave.zip
AI · DXF (R2010) · SVG · 2 depth layers · machine note PDF · 12 KB
Drawn here, run on the floor.
Common questions, answered.
Do you convert text to single-line stroke fonts?
Yes. We convert filled text and logos to single-line centerline paths so the tool follows the line rather than the outline — no double-pass waste or shadow edges.
How are depth layers organized?
Each delivery uses SURFACE, SHALLOW, DEEP and CUTOUT layers, named and color-coded per LightBurn convention, so your machine setup is identical job to job.
Which software is the file compatible with?
LightBurn, VCarve, Easel and GRBL controllers. We export AI, DXF R2010 and SVG with layers preserved.
Can you handle pocket and v-carve operations?
Yes. Pocket and v-carve paths are delivered closed with no open endpoints, labeled POCKET with minimum dimensions noted in the tool sheet.
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