Convert Image to SVG for Laser Cutting
Laser cutters and engravers operate from SVG vector paths. Why SVG is required for laser cutting: - Laser cutting follows closed vector paths to produce cut lines.
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No account is required to create or view the protected preview. The preview accepts one PNG, JPEG, or WebP file up to 4 MiB; other source formats must be exported or converted to one of those formats first. Editable SVG export requires paid or complimentary access. Review the exported SVG in the appropriate downstream software; non-SVG formats and machine instructions require separate conversion.
Open Protected Vector PreviewAbout Convert image to SVG for laser cutting
Why SVG is required for laser cutting: - Laser cutting follows closed vector paths to produce cut lines. Raster images are processed as grayscale bitmaps for engraving only, not cutting. - SVG cut paths are resolution-independent — a small logo scales to a large piece without loss. - Separate cut and engrave layers in the SVG can be assigned to different laser power and speed settings.
How to convert an image to SVG for laser cutting: 1. Upload the PNG or JPG to the vectorizer above. 2. The protected preview is available without an account; editable SVG export requires paid or complimentary access. 3. Open the SVG in LightBurn (or Inkscape for offline review). 4. Assign colour layers to cut, engrave, or scan operations. 5. Set material-specific power and speed parameters. 6. Run a test cut on scrap material before production.
LightBurn SVG import tips: - LightBurn imports SVG files with each colour as a separate layer. - Use the LightBurn layer system to assign different operations (cut, fill engrave, line engrave) to separate SVG colours. - Ensure all paths are closed for clean cuts — open paths produce partial cuts. - Use Edit > Close Open Paths in LightBurn if any open paths are detected.
Supported laser software: SVG files import into LightBurn, RDWorks, LaserGRBL, K40 Whisperer, and most other laser controller applications.
Use the vectorizer above to convert any image to a laser-cutter-ready SVG file.