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SVG to DXF Converter

Convert dimensioned SVG outlines into a 2D DXF in millimeters. Preview contours, choose curve tolerance, and download without uploading your drawing.

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Source SVG

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Drop an SVG hereor choose a local SVG file · maximum 1 MB

Contour preview

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Add a supported SVG to inspect its contours.

DXF settings

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Format
DXF R2010 · mm
Geometry
2D LWPOLYLINE
mm

Maximum deviation from the SVG curve. Accepted range: 0.01–0.5 mm.

A narrow converter with clear edges.

The first version accepts common outline geometry only. Unsupported SVG features stop conversion with a specific explanation instead of producing a DXF that merely looks plausible.

Accepted in the first version

  • Absolute mm, cm, in or px
  • Required root viewBox
  • Paths, lines, polylines and polygons
  • Unrounded rectangles, circles and ellipses
  • Translate, scale, rotate and matrix transforms
  • Multiple open or closed contours
  • User-set curve tolerance

Blocked with an explanation

  • Text and live fonts
  • use and symbol references
  • clipPath, mask and filter
  • Raster image elements
  • External resources or scripts
  • Missing or uncertain units
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Make size explicit

Export absolute width and height with a matching viewBox. Pixels use 96 DPI.

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Review the contours

Check physical size, open and closed contours, plus centerline warnings.

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Open the DXF in CAD

Confirm dimensions and geometry in your CAD or CAM workflow before fabrication.

Before you convert.

Which SVG units are accepted?

The root width and height must use mm, cm, in or px and the SVG must include a viewBox. Pixels are interpreted at 96 DPI. Percentages, em units and missing dimensions are rejected rather than guessed.

What happens to curves?

Cubic and quadratic curves plus SVG arcs are flattened into line segments. The tolerance is the maximum permitted deviation in millimeters; a smaller value can create more DXF points.

What happens to thick strokes?

A stroke exports along its centerline, regardless of its visual thickness. Convert the stroke to a path in your drawing tool first when you need its outer edges.

Can I send the DXF straight to a laser or CNC machine?

No. The output contains 2D outline geometry only. It has no kerf compensation, nesting, toolpaths, machining order, feeds or speeds. Verify dimensions and contours in your own CAD or CAM application.

Does this work with every CAD application?

The file uses DXF R2010 2D LWPOLYLINE entities in millimeters. Compatibility still depends on the receiving application and version, so inspect every result before fabrication.