The bummer about pcb-gcode is that is does not have tool-bit
offset/compensation.  Yes, I've used it successfully by drawing additional
lines for the actual cutter path that I offset by the correct radius of the
tool-bit, but it would be nice if it did it automatically.  Or perhaps I
somehow missed the setting in the config screen?

But drawing those lines are not the easiest thing, as I usually panelize a
bunch of different boards (most of which are funky non-rectangular shapes)
into one large panel, directly in Eagle.  I also recently started adding
extra holes to mount the board to the mill base-plate easier.  Then I
generate the gerbers for it to be manufactured, but when I get the panel, I
want to hit a couple buttons and have it separate the individual pieces,
rather than spending a couple hours drawing extra lines for the cutter path.

Cheers,
-Neil.




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