NC-IMAGE 1.0

NC-IMAGE by FASTNC is an intuitive image-to-toolpath solution for CNC routers, mills, engravers, and laser machines. It converts raster and vector artwork into precise NC programs, streamlines job setup, and helps you go from concept to cut with confidence.

Key features:

• Image-to-G-code: Convert JPEG, PNG, BMP, SVG, and DXF artwork into clean toolpaths with controllable accuracy and smoothing.
• Engraving and carving: Support for outline, pocket, hatch/fill, and V-carve strategies; grayscale heightmaps for 3D relief work.
• Laser workflows: Dithering, grayscale mapping, and speed/power curves for high-quality laser engraving.
• Toolpath control: Adjustable stepovers, depths, feeds and speeds, ramping, lead-ins, and safe clearances.
• Post processors: Export NC code for common controllers with customizable posts and units (inch/mm).
• Preview and simulation: Real-time path visualization, cut-order control, and time estimates before you run the job.
• Libraries and presets: Material, tool, and process templates for consistent results across projects.
• Productivity aids: Nesting, tiling, batch processing, and job reports to optimize throughput.

Ideal for:

• Signmaking, nameplates, and decorative inlays
• Branding, stamps, and molds
• PCB isolation routing
• Laser marking and raster engraving
• Custom gifts, prototypes, and small-batch production

With a clean interface and practical controls, NC-IMAGE helps makers, shops, and educators turn images into accurate, machine-ready NC programs quickly and reliably.

NC-IMAGE is developed by FASTNC. The most popular version of this product among our users is 1.0. The name of the program executable file is NCImage.exe.