AcrylicBuilder Pro — Laser-Cut Box Generator

Kerf is the width of material removed by the laser beam during cutting, typically 0.1-0.3 mm for CO2 lasers on acrylic. Kerf compensation adjusts the cutting path outward by half the kerf width so that the finished part matches the intended dimensions exactly. AcrylicBuilder Pro lets you set kerf compensation per material.

AcrylicBuilder Pro generates DXF files suitable for any flat sheet material that can be laser-cut or CNC-routed: acrylic (PMMA), polycarbonate, plywood, MDF, HDF, foamed PVC (Forex), cardboard, and sheet metal. You specify the material thickness and kerf, and the generator adapts the joint geometry accordingly.

The generator exports industry-standard DXF files compatible with all major CAD/CAM software, laser cutter controllers, and CNC routers. DXF is the universal exchange format for 2D cutting paths.

AcrylicBuilder Pro offers 9 generator types: simple box (open top), closed box with lid, box with sliding lid, box with hinged lid, display stand, multi-compartment organiser, drawer box, tray, and custom polygon box. Each type has configurable dimensions, material thickness, joint type, and kerf compensation.

Yes, AcrylicBuilder Pro is completely free. You can generate unlimited designs, preview them in 3D, and export DXF files without registration or payment. The tool is provided by PlexiSystem as a resource for designers, engineers, and fabricators.

Finger joints (also called box joints or tab-and-slot joints) are interlocking rectangular tabs cut into the edges of adjacent panels. They dramatically increase the gluing surface area, provide mechanical alignment during assembly, and create strong, self-aligning joints without clamps. AcrylicBuilder Pro calculates optimal finger size and spacing based on your material thickness.

Yes. After generating your DXF file, you can send it directly to PlexiSystem for a production quote. We manufacture custom boxes from acrylic (PMMA), polycarbonate, and other plastics using laser cutting and CNC routing. Contact us at [email protected] or through the contact form.

Yes. AcrylicBuilder Pro includes an interactive 3D preview that shows the assembled box from all angles before you export the DXF file. This allows you to verify dimensions, joint placement, and overall proportions before committing to production.