I design the part on Turbocad, then print it out full size and glue it
onto the metal. But if the burning of the paper is a problem, I design
the part, as before, but then add a cutting line to the outside of the
shape that is equal to 1/2 the diameter of my cutting tip. In my case,
it's an oxy-acetylene torch. Then I cut that shape out of plywood (easy
to saw and trim) and attach that template to the stock to be cut,
spacing it about 1/4" above the stock. Then I just hold the torch
against the template, and go at it. The plywood lasts for 3 or 4 uses.
I'd have to make it of steel if I was going to make lots of parts.

Pete Stanaitis
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Greg Murray wrote:

Does anyone know of a good way to transfer a paper pattern to a piece of
steel to be cut with a plasma torch? With wood I have seen a pounce wheel
and a bag of chalk used. I have a number of craft designs in the computer I
want to cut out of sheet steel. I would appreciate any economical
suggestions. Thank you in advance.
Greg W Murray