Parametric Slicer
Sliced sculptures from 3D files, photos or formulas.
Pro is required to save and export this generator. Free can preview it.
How to use it
- Open the generator and pick a preset, or start from the defaults.
- Set the size, material thickness and kerf. Run the checks before you cut.
- Look at the sheet and the 3D view. Export is available on Pro.
Questions
Source model
Size sets the model's size along one axis, or use Scale. Turn X, Y and Z rotate it before slicing.
Shape buttons
Formula fields (the fin length, height, twist and outline of Along a curve, and the Formula sources) show ten shape buttons: Constant, Wave, Arch, Bulge, Ramp, Steps, Leaf, Ellipse, Heart and Star.
Slicing method
Material and sheets
Grain: Any lets parts turn to pack better; Along sheet width or Along sheet height keeps the grain of every part one way, which looks better on plywood but uses more sheets.