Free CNC Engraving Software Program – 2L PRO Light Program
Included with the Purchase of a Spring Loaded Engraving Tool Kit – Free CNC Engraving Software for 3 Axis Machines
2L PRO Light Engraving Software Program
The 2L PRO Light cnc Engraving Software program is provided FREE of charge with the purchase of a Spring Loaded Engraving Tool Kit.
- The PRO Light program creates G Code from true type fonts to program basic engraving of text and numbers using 3 axis CNC Milling Machines.
- One (1) custom 2L Single Line/Stick Engraving Font is included with the 2L PRO Light Program.
- The 2L PRO cnc Engraving Software Programs operate on Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, 10, XP, and Vista.
- The program is provided as a download with purchase.
Review complete details below.
Take 15 Days to Test Out the Program!
A Downloadable Demo is available for the 2L PRO Engraving Software Programs and CNC-CMD Cell Command Program.
Once installed and unlocked, the 2L Pro Demo Program allows for 15 consecutive days to test out the programs.
The 2L Pro Demo Program shows all functionality of the PRO Light, PRO 1, PRO 2 and PRO 3 Engraving Software Programs.
2L PRO Programs operate on Microsoft Windows® 11, 10, 8, 7, XP, and Vista.
The CNC-CMD program operates on Microsoft Windows® 11, 10, 8, and 7.
FREE 2L PRO Light Engraving Software Program- Details:
- The PRO Light Version of the 2L Engraving Software is provided FREE with the purchase of a Spring Loaded Engraving Tool Kit.
- The 2L PRO Light is provided as a download.
- Creates standard G code to program CNC milling machines to perform basic 3 axis engraving.
- Converts any true type font into standard g code for programming a CNC milling machine.
- Single or multiple lines of text may be entered into the program as a single layer with one font.
- Easily modify the font, size, depth of engraving, feed rates, and origin location..
- Output CNC G-code is saved as a text file (.nc) that may be edited with notepad or other text editor.
- G-code programs only include only G0 and G1 moves.
- Using only G0 and G1 moves ensures CNC control compatibility, no other nc codes are necessary for engraving.
- One 2L Single Line Stick Type Engraving Font is also included.
- Additional Single Line Engraving Fonts are available that function with the PRO 1, PRO 2 and PRO 3 Engraving Software Programs.
- The PRO Light Version of the Software is not sold separately.
Operates on Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, 10, XP, and Vista.
Set Guides
Preview G-Code
Set Speeds and Feeds, Machine Codes
Set Workpiece Size, Origin
Set Code Parameters
3 Axis Engraving
2L Single Line Stick Fonts:
One Single Line Engraving Font is included with the 2L PRO Light Program. All eleven (11) Single Line (Stick Type) Engraving Fonts are included with the PRO Light, PRO 1, PRO 2, and PRO 3 Engraving Software Programs.
- One Single Line Engraving Font is included with the 2L Pro Light Engraving Software Program.
- 2L Single Line Engraving Fonts work only within the 2L PRO Engraving Software Programs.
- Single Line Fonts are typically used to reduce engraving cycle times, and for small engraving applications.
- Ten (10) additional Single Line Fonts are available with the PRO 1, PRO 2 and PRO 3 Engraving Software Programs.
- Download a printable PDF of the 2L Single Line Fonts here.
Single Line Engraving Fonts
Single Line Engraving Fonts
Sample G-code:
If your cnc control is able to recognize this code, the 2L Engraving Software Program is compatible with your cnc machine.
This is an example for the capital letter “L” – one inch tall:
G0 Z0.200
G0 X0.000
Y0.000
G1 Z-0.025 F250.000
G1 X0.000 Y-1.000 F15.000
X0.540 Y-1.000
G0 Z0.200
2L Software Terms of Purchase:
2L PRO Engraving Software Programs Operate on Microsoft Windows® 7, 8, 10, XP, and Vista.
2L PRO Engraving Software Programs Terms of Purchase
- The 2L PRO Programs are provided as a download program that is installed on your PC.
- Installation requires email and internet access; software programs are provided via download only.
- Registration requires email or print capabilities.
- Software is sold on a per seat licensing basis.
- The purchase of a single seat of the PRO 1, Pro 2 and Pro 3 Engraving Software Programs allows for two non-transferrable unlock codes.
- 2L will provide two unique, non-transferrable unlock codes per seat to allow for computer upgrades and/or issues.
- If more than two unlock codes are needed for the PRO 1, PRO 2, or Pro 3 Programs, additional unlock codes must be purchased (please contact 2L).
- Upon installation a unique unlock code is provided by email or fax during the mandatory registration process.
- Each unlock code is unique and specific to the computer the software is installed and registered on. This unlock code will only function on the registered computer.
- With the purchase of a Spring Loaded Engraving Tool Kit you are alotted one (1) installation/non-transferrable unlock code for the Free PRO Light Engraving Software Program.
- If more than one (1) unlock code is needed for the PRO Light Program, additional unlock codes or upgrades must be purchased (please contact 2L).
- Software products/programs are non-returnable, non-refundable.
- Technical assistance is provided on an hourly fee basis.
- 2L PRO Engraving Software Programs operate on Microsoft Windows® 11, 10, 8, 7, XP, and Vista.
- The CNC-CMD program operates on Microsoft Windows® 11, 10, 8, and 7.
- Minimum Ram: 1 GB.
- Approximate Program Size: 135MB
In addition to the Free 2L Pro Light Engraving Software Program, 2L offers software programs with expanded functionality.
PRO 1
PRO 2
Engrave With: 3 & 4 Axis CNC Machines, C-Axis Rotary Lathes
PLUS… Even More Functionality than PRO 1 Version
PRO 3
Create: 2D Data Matrix Barcodes With 3 & 4 Axis CNC Machines, C-Axis Rotary Lathes
PLUS… All the advanced engraving fuctionality of the PRO 2 Version
| 2L PRO Engraving Software Program Compare Features | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Program Features | FREE* PRO Light Basic 3 Axis | PRO 1 3 Axis | PRO 2 3 & 4 Axis, Multi Axis Lathes | PRO 3 2D Data Matrix |
| Engrave a single instance of text – (a line or a paragraph) | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave multiple instances of text – (lines or paragraphs) – varying fonts and sizes | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave a single instance of text, a DXF file, or an incrementing serial number | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Import photographs and logos (JPG, BMP, GIF files) – convert bitmap images to vectors | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Includes eleven (11) Single Line Stick Fonts | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Insert Current Date Automatically in numerous formats | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave at a constant depth on an imported 3D Surface | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave layouts using a Database (.csv file) | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Pocketing of Geometry – Spiral and Zig Zag Toolpaths – Includes Reverse Engraving | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave text or serial numbers next to imported logos (DXF, JPG, BMP, GIF files) | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave multiple text objects, imported image files, drawn shapes, serial numbers | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Functions as a complete drawing program with complex layout capabilities | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Cycle Time Monitor to help reduce engraving cycle time | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Produce 2D Data Matrix Barcodes and GS1 Barcodes | —– | —– | —– | Y |
| Allows 3rd party software such as cell controllers to send data to the software using a command prompt | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| CNC-CMD Software Included | FREE* PRO Light Basic 3 Axis | PRO 1 3 Axis | PRO 2 3 & 4 Axis, Multi Axis Lathes | PRO 3 2D Data Matrix |
| CNC-CMD software allows Entry Level CNC Operators to save G-Code files to CNC Network Drives with text that changes from day to day. The CNC-Operators never need to see or modify the original Engraving program files for safety and security | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Save thousands of programs into a database and generate the G-Code by simply entering a part number | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Insert data using a keyboard or barcode scanner to help reduce entry error | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Output G-Code Features | FREE* PRO Light Basic 3 Axis | PRO 1 3 Axis | PRO 2 3 & 4 Axis, Multi Axis Lathes | PRO 3 2D Data Matrix |
| 3 Axis X, Y, Z Engraving Output – Universal G-Code (G0 and G1 Codes) | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| 4 Axis Engraving (Rotarty Axis Engraving wrapped around O.D. of cylinder) | —– | —– | Y | Y |
| Easily adjust the Origin Point Location | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Control the Engraving Plunge Depth, Step Increments, and Rapid Height | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Control the Cutting Feedrate and Rapid Feedrate | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Text Features | FREE* PRO Light Basic 3 Axis | PRO 1 3 Axis | PRO 2 3 & 4 Axis, Multi Axis Lathes | PRO 3 2D Data Matrix |
| Engraves Text, Numbers and Characters entered from the keyboard | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Engraves Text, Numbers and Characters entered from the keyboard, a barcode scanner, the CNC-CMD software or a command prompt. | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Use any Fonts on your computer plus eleven (11) 2L Single Line Fonts | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Control Text Height | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Adjust spacing between letters, words and lines | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Align Text (Left, Right, Center), Rotate Text, Wrap Text around a Radius (coin) | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave different font styles and sizes in one G-Code program | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Insert Current Date Automatically in numerous formats before or after text or serial numbers | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Drawings/Logos | FREE* PRO Light Basic 3 Axis | PRO 1 3 Axis | PRO 2 3 & 4 Axis, Multi Axis Lathes | PRO 3 2D Data Matrix |
| Import Photographs and logos (JPG, BMP, GIF files) – convert bitmap images to vectors | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Import DXF files for drawings, company logos, etc. | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave imported image files, multiple typed text or drawn objects together | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Export DXF files for use in other programs | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Draw shapes (circles, rectangles, etc.), freehand lines, straight lines | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Edit items using a node editor | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Create complicated precise layouts | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Display part stock geometry – rectangular or circular | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Display part stock geometry – rectangular, circular, drawn or imported geometry | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Use Reference Geometry (including imported DXF files) to create precise layouts | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Manipulation of Text and Other Objects | FREE* PRO Light Basic 3 Axis | PRO 1 3 Axis | PRO 2 3 & 4 Axis, Multi Axis Lathes | PRO 3 2D Data Matrix |
| Duplicate layers (create multiple copies of objects) | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Scale and Rotate | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Resize (proportional or not), rotate or scale different layers individually | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Mirror Horizontal | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Mirror Vertical | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Move Text and Objects to precise locations on a workpiece | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Set precisely located Guidelines for creating detailed layouts | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Incremental Serial Numbers | FREE* PRO Light Basic 3 Axis | PRO 1 3 Axis | PRO 2 3 & 4 Axis, Multi Axis Lathes | PRO 3 2D Data Matrix |
| Create Incrementing Serial Numbers | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Engrave text or company logos with each serial number | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Add nc codes before or after serial number (any text, G and M codes, subprograms) | —– | Y | Y | Y |
| Help | FREE* PRO Light Basic 3 Axis | PRO 1 3 Axis | PRO 2 3 & 4 Axis, Multi Axis Lathes | PRO 3 2D Data Matrix |
| HELP within the program | Y | Y | Y | Y |
| Video Tutorials | Y | Y | Y | Y |
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| * Free 2L Pro Light is provided with the purchase of a 2L Spring Loaded Engraving Tool Kit. Not Sold Separately. | ||||