Post processor / JD's machine without Z access

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I am a beginner looking for some seasoned help. I am not interested in becoming a cad guru and want to cut from SVG files generated by graphics programs instead of Fusion, (which makes it very difficult to access local files in windows 11).
The JD people are not interested in supporting anything other than fusion
which is probably a poor decision, considering sheetcam runs on a local drive. I need a post processor for my machine currently support xy axis only. I want to run as lean as possible. Any help would be greatly appreciated!

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sheetcam’s post processor ‘GRBL plasma no Z’.scpost should be your best choice since JD garage chooses to use grbl v1.1 on an Arduino board.

Consider these next actions:

  1. Review some youtube videos on Sheetcam basics and topics of interest.
    A great set of training videos were produced by Arclight Dynamics, for starters see…
    here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcJ7QNc6wG4
    and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wjwfpJLewuY

  2. Download and try Sheetcam.
    The trial/demo version of SheetCam is the exact same executable as the licensed version, which you can download from here Download SheetCam – SheetCam LLC, thus it is fully functional with the exception that it will only produce 180 lines or so of gcode. There is no time limit on trial use in this fashion. We have found this to be very effective in allowing those interested (in purchasing a Sheetcam license) to make a meaningful and full assessment of our product. This includes searching and using the library of included post processors which drive the gcode production; the library being part of the install package (after installing, see menu Options->Machine->Post Processor).

  3. Find your post processor in Sheetcam install lib.
    There may be post processors for your brand or others that are compatible. You will need to examine the library or the gcode produced once choosing a post processor, or inquire of your CNCs mfg, as to which one is compatible with your model. If none are found to be completely compatible, it is usually the case that with little effort one can be enhanced to support a model in the same family/brand. If you find that to be the case, we can offer a quote for such enhancement services on a custom post processor (.scpost software module). Sheetcam also provides the API documentation, again in the install package at the same menu cited above, for you or your programming staff to make the post processor enhancements.

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I might add that it is easy to get a dxf out of Fusion. There is no need to use the cloud.
Try this:

  1. Flatten your part if sheet metal.
  2. Select the part surface and create a new sketch with nothing on it.
  3. Save your sketch,
  4. Now right click on the sketch in the tree.
  5. An export as dxf option will appear.
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I am with you on the support. Search .scpost in their instructions.Theres one for noZ
Also I thought you needed paid version of Fusion to export DFX.