The ambition of LuTOOL is/was to provide a set of tools for guitar makers. I'm publishing the first one that works, i.e. the fretboard generator.
The generator can output fretboard vector files for any scale length in millimeters or inches.
This vector file (in SVG format) can then be used for cutting the fretboard (laser cut, CNC, etc.).
Bear in mind we use the color code of our own laser cutting service www.damengo.com : red for cutting, green for engraving.
The fretboards shape and features are largely inspired by those published by Forum lutherie amateur. Big thanks to them !
Use pip to install LuTOOL dependencies
pip install requirements.txtand run :
python LuTOOL.pyor download one of the (future) releases
simplescreenrecorder-2024-01-29_22.49.55.mp4
You can/should check the generated template is Ok (for example you can open it with Inkscape and measure the distance between the frets). no warranty or guarantee is made as to its accuracy.
Code is hugly but I have no time for improving it :)