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Description
GstarCAD is a professional DWG-native CAD software developed for architects, engineers, construction companies, manufacturers, mechanical designers, civil engineers, surveyors and technical professionals who need a powerful, reliable and cost-effective alternative to AutoCAD®. Fully compatible with the industry-standard DWG and DXF file formats, GstarCAD enables users to open, edit, create and share drawings without file conversion or data loss, making collaboration with AutoCAD users seamless.
Designed to minimize migration time, GstarCAD features an AutoCAD-like interface, familiar commands, aliases, shortcuts and workflows, allowing experienced CAD users to become productive immediately. Companies switching from AutoCAD, DraftSight®, BricsCAD®, ZWCAD®, IntelliCAD® or nanoCAD® can continue working with existing projects while significantly reducing software licensing costs.
GstarCAD includes a comprehensive set of professional CAD tools for 2D drafting, detailing, annotation, technical documentation, 3D modeling and drawing management. Advanced functionality includes Dynamic Blocks, Sheet Set Manager, Express Tools, Xrefs, PDF import and export, batch plotting, data extraction, layer management, block libraries, Design Center, advanced dimensioning, parametric constraints, drawing comparison, customizable workspaces and high-performance graphics acceleration for large and complex drawings.
For CAD developers and enterprise customers, GstarCAD offers excellent application compatibility through LISP, VBA, .NET, GRX API, ObjectARX-style development, COM automation and flexible customization capabilities. Existing CAD applications, scripts and workflows can often be migrated with minimal modifications, making GstarCAD an ideal platform for organizations that depe
Description
Engineering calculations play a crucial role in the development of products, serving as a foundation for each phase of the design process. To excel in engineering, it is vital for teams to utilize a robust yet user-friendly application that ensures accurate calculations, facilitates traceability, safeguards intellectual property, and clearly presents their methodology. PTC Mathcad seamlessly combines the convenience of an engineering notebook with the capabilities of live mathematical notation and intelligent unit management. Most notably, the calculation power offered by PTC Mathcad yields results that surpass the accuracy typically achievable through standard spreadsheet applications. With PTC Mathcad's extensive range of mathematical features, documenting essential engineering calculations is as straightforward as penning them down. Users can showcase their work with appealing formatting options, integrating plots, text, and images into a single, professionally styled document. Importantly, engaging with PTC Mathcad does not require any specialized expertise, making it accessible for all users. By leveraging this tool, engineering teams can enhance collaboration and efficiency throughout their design processes.
API Access
Has API
Yes
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Builder Prime
No
CAD&BIM Free Viewer
Yes
Microsoft 365
No
Microsoft Excel
No
PTC Implementer
No
PTC MOVE
No
PTC WebShip
No
Integrations
Builder Prime
Yes
CAD&BIM Free Viewer
No
Microsoft 365
Yes
Microsoft Excel
Yes
PTC Implementer
Yes
PTC MOVE
Yes
PTC WebShip
Yes
Pricing Details
£550 one-time
Perpetual licences: Standard £550, Professional £680, Premium £810 and Mechanical £1,280, excluding VAT. Annual and network licensing options are also available, together with a free 30-day trial.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
$230
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
GstarCAD UK
Founded
2010
Country
United Kingdom
Website
www.gstarcad.uk
Vendor Details
Company Name
PTC
Founded
1985
Country
United States
Website
www.mathcad.com/en/
Product Features
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
Yes
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
Yes
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
Yes
Collaboration
Yes
Database Connectivity
Yes
Design Analysis
Yes
Design Export
Yes
Document Management
Yes
Electrical
Yes
Hole Making
Yes
Mechanical
Yes
Mechatronics
Yes
Presentation Tools
Yes
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
No
Structural Engineering
No
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
No
Product Features
CAD
2 1/2-Axis Milling
No
2D Drawing
No
3-Axis Milling
No
3D Modeling
No
4-Axis Milling
No
5-Axis Milling
No
Civil
No
Collaboration
No
Database Connectivity
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
No
Document Management
No
Electrical
No
Hole Making
No
Mechanical
No
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
No
Simulate Cycles
No
Spiral Output
No
Structural Engineering
No
Toolpath Simulation
No
User Defined Cycles
No
Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)
CAD/CAM Compatibility
No
Finite Element Analysis
No
Fluid Dynamics
No
Import / Export Files
No
Integrated 3D Modeling
No
Manufacturing Process Simulation
No
Mechanical Event Simulation
No
Multibody Dynamics
No
Thermal Analysis
No
Engineering
2D Drawing
No
3D Modeling
No
Chemical Engineering
No
Civil Engineering
No
Collaboration
No
Design Analysis
No
Design Export
No
Document Management
No
Electrical Engineering
No
Mechanical Engineering
No
Mechatronics
No
Presentation Tools
No
Structural Engineering
No