Kerf Chair - Scaling

[mmag...@gmail.com]

I downloaded the dxf file to cut it on the shopbot, but I am not sure how to scale it properly. I opened the file in illustrator, but I am not sure what how big the legs and seat should be. Could someone please let me know how big the individual pieces are so I can format it correctly in illustrator? Or should I use a different software all together? 

Thank you!

[hu...@opendesk.cc]

Hi, 

Happy to help, would you be able to provide a bit more information so we can help you. Perhaps a screenshot of the dimensions you are looking for?

Thanks

Hugh

[mmag...@gmail.com]

Hey Hugh, 

Thank you for helping me. Here are two screen shots I've taken. The one titled "1" shows the measurement of the leg; I rescaled it to this size. The one titled "2" shows the measurement of the seat. 

Thank you,

Maggie

[mmag...@gmail.com]

If this helps, here is the illustrator (.ai) file I've been using.

[hu...@opendesk.cc]

Hi Maggie,

I've attached dimensioned drawings for you. You are very close just some small adjustment required.

Hugh

[mmag...@gmail.com]

Thank you so much, Hugh! 

[Rodrigo Escobar Nunes]

Hello,

I have a related question: what should the thickness of the wood be?

Also, is it possible to use something else? Like plastic? Maybe not for the structure, but maybe for the seating.

Txs,

Rodrigo

[mmag...@gmail.com]

The thickness of the wood should be 23/32 inches. I'm not sure if you can use plastic, but I don't recommend it. From my experience making things, if you wanted to use plastic, you should 3D print it or use injection molding rather than cut it -- cutting plastic to make the seat would not be sturdy. 

[Kevin Kim]

The dxf file for this chair design is not available on opendesk website. Do you think you can provide me with the file?

[rightleftgreg]

Hi Kevin I am also looking for the Kerf chair DXF file - did you end up finding it ?

Greg