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Browser-based nesting tool that arranges SVG designs to reduce unused material.

• Automatic layout optimization
• Browser-based, no installation
• SVG file support

Open-source desktop software for nesting shapes within a defined area.

• Automatic nesting
• Open-source software
• Multiple file format support

Nesting tools built into LightBurn, with automatic and manual layout options.

• Integrated with LightBurn
• Automatic & manual modes
• Layout controls

Browser-based parametric design tool for creating laser-cut jewellery, ornaments and personalised items through a drag-and-drop interface.

• Real-time parameter adjustments
• Drag-and-drop interface
• Free access with premium features

Customizable patterns with controls for scale, rotation and colour. Includes a commercial-use licence.

• Customizable patterns
• Seamless SVG export
• Commercial-use license

Parametric generators for mechanical components, finger-jointed boxes, gears and structural elements.

• Multiple component types
• Automatic kerf compensation
• Parametric box generation

Box generator for creating custom dimensions and selecting from several joint types.

• Beginner-friendly interface
• Multiple joint options
• SVG download

Parametric generator for container designs with finger joints.

• Custom box dimensions
• Finger joint options
• Beginner-friendly

Generators for mesh gradients, isometric patterns and oscillation curves for backgrounds and decorative elements.

• Mesh gradient generator
• Isometric pattern tools
• Oscillation curves

Online editor for creating and exporting seamless patterns.

• Seamless pattern creation
• Visual editor interface
• SVG export

Editor for creating Voronoi diagrams and cell-like decorative patterns.

• Voronoi diagram generation
• Interactive editing
• Organic patterns

Creative Commons collection of paper boxes and fold patterns with assembly guides, useful for packaging design.

• Paper box templates
• Fold pattern library
• Assembly instructions

Collection of creative algorithms and tools for generating plotter-friendly and laser-cut designs.

• Generative art tools
• Plotter-friendly output
• Multiple algorithms

Gear generator for mechanical projects and kinetic art installations.

• Gear profile generation
• Multiple gear types
• Dimension controls

Generate custom mazes in various shapes and sizes for puzzles and decorative projects.

• Multiple maze algorithms
• Custom dimensions
• Various maze styles

Maze generator for laser-cut layouts with customizable walls and paths.

• Laser-cut layouts
• Customizable wall thickness
• 3D maze options

Collection of practical templates including tube mitre patterns, protractors and construction aids.

• Tube mitre patterns
• Protractor templates
• Construction aids

Converts fonts into stencil outlines for laser-cut signage and decorative text.

• Font-to-stencil conversion
• Stencil outline output
• Font upload support

Generate open boxes, closed boxes, frames and divider layouts for a chosen sheet thickness.

Open-source involute spur gear, rack-and-pinion and internal-gear generator with SVG export.

Create an SVG ruler with custom units, subdivisions, dimensions and labels.

Source for generating custom jigsaw cutting paths as SVG; the former hosted version is no longer available.

Seventeen-page educational reference on material behaviour, hazards and safe selection for laser processing. Local station approval still applies.

Open-source vector graphics editor with extensions for laser-cutting workflows.

• Vector editing tools
• Laser cutting extensions
• Cross-platform support

Precision drafting for technical laser cutting projects. Free open-source CAD software.

• Precision 2D drafting
• Technical drawing tools
• Layer management

Programming-based parametric design for students interested in code-driven creative workflows.

• Code-based parametric design
• Precise mathematical control
• Systematic design thinking

Parametric modelling software with Python scripting and 2D/3D tools.

• Parametric modelling
• Python scripting capabilities
• 2D/3D integration

Collection of free laser-cut templates for examining and adapting project files.

• Free templates
• Learning by example
• Project inspiration

Library of downloadable vector files in multiple formats for laser-cutting projects.

• Multi-format support
• Vector file library
• Project templates

Educational videos about laser-cutting software workflows, material selection, safety and troubleshooting.

Generates involute gear profiles as SVG files for laser-cutting workflows and mechanical projects.

Involute gear-profile generator for kinetic art and mechanical projects.

Free, open-source painting and vector software — good for students working across raster and vector workflows before exporting to Inkscape.

Laser-cutting community for discussion, project sharing and troubleshooting.