Thread: Can Inventor convert to gcode
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Re: Can Inventor convert to gcode
Unfortunately, no, Inventor has no way of converting drawings into GCODE. GCODE is very specific from machine to machine (HAAS etc), so there would be so many different addons you would go crazy.

Perhaps you can see if you have access to the program we use (GibbsCAM), it is able to import most dwg / dxf / igs / solidworks files, which then requires a little bit of post importing editing (such as cutting paths, tool selection etc). Good luck finding a program, and if you need any help once you've found one to suit your needs, don't be afraid to ask.