: SVG artwork for XY axis plotter I'm having an issue with my XY axis plotter. Does anyone know what minimum line weight I should use? The lines on my SVG files keep doubling up. Also, how

@Radia289

Your plotter will read the vector file as a series of lines of undimensioned width. You can use any line width that will accurately represent your objective. If you have a line that does not create a closed shape (circle, box, triangle, curves that "hold water"), it will be the width of the tool selected by your plotter.

Depending on your device, closed shapes will either be outlined or automatically filled. The software which interfaces the image to the machine is the best place to check regarding fills.

Laser cutters set to cut will convert closed shapes into "drop-outs" that fall free of the item being cut. When the cutter is set to scan (engrave), those shapes become filled automatically, with specific parameters provided within the software.

If your lines are doubling up, consider to set your line width to hairline, but double-check the result on your plotter with a test run or two.

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