Reduce SVG nodes for faster cutting
Excessive nodes make machines slow, noisy, and unreliable. Even simple shapes can explode into thousands of points after auto-tracing.
Symptoms
- Cuts take far longer than expected
- Machines stutter or vibrate on curves
- File previews lag or crash
- Weeding and assembly become harder
Root causes
- Low-quality auto-tracing
- Raster images with noise or compression artifacts
- Unoptimized exports from design tools
How Lumekon fixes it
- Normalizes raster inputs before tracing
- Generates cleaner vector paths
- Outputs cut outlines with fewer points
Best input tips
- Use clean, high-contrast inputs
- Avoid heavy JPEG artifacts
- Prefer PNG or SVG for crisp edges
FAQ
Why do many nodes cause problems?
Machines must process every point. Too many points slow motion and increase errors.
Will fewer nodes reduce detail?
Lumekon balances simplification with edge fidelity for cut-ready output.
Is this worse for small machines?
Yes. Hobby cutters are especially sensitive to very dense paths.