PDF to DXF Converter

Convert PDF drawings and technical documents to DXF format. Extracts vector paths from PDFs for use in CNC machining and CAD software.

Drop PNG, JPG or other image here or click to browse

Traces image outlines locally in your browser

Image Tracing Parameters

Edge Threshold (Brightness)128

Controls which pixel brightness levels trigger an outline edge.

Trace Resolution (Sample Interval)3px

Lower interval generates higher precision but larger file sizes.

Invert image colors before trace

Vector Line-Traced Outlines0 segments

Traced lines preview will appear here

How to Use

Upload PDF

Upload a PDF that contains vector drawings (not scanned raster images).

Select page

If the PDF has multiple pages, select the page with the drawing to convert.

Download DXF

Download the extracted vector geometry as a DXF file.

Extracting DXF from PDF Drawings

PDFs from CAD tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360 contain embedded vector data — the actual geometry of the drawing. This tool reads the PDF's vector content using a browser-side PDF parser and converts those paths and shapes to DXF entities, giving you an editable CAD file from a PDF source.

Real-World Examples & Use Cases

Engineering Drawing Recovery

A supplier sends a PDF of a part drawing. Convert it to DXF to import into your CAD system for review or modification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the PDF need to contain vector data?▼

Yes. PDFs with vector drawings (generated from CAD tools, Illustrator, or Inkscape) convert well. Scanned PDFs (raster images inside a PDF) need image tracing — use PNG to DXF for those.

What PDF elements are converted?▼

Lines, curves, rectangles, circles, and polygons in the PDF vector content are extracted and converted to DXF entities.

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