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Average Ratings 1 Rating

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ease
features
design
support

Description

Vectric VCarve provides a robust and intuitive solution for 2.5D CNC carving, allowing users to create intricate designs including v-carving, chamfering, fluting, prism, and moulding toolpaths. It supports importing and machining 3D models, giving users creative flexibility for a variety of projects. The Desktop version is ideal for small CNC machines with a 24”x24” work area, whereas the Pro version supports unlimited job sizes and adds professional features such as true shape nesting, merged toolpaths, job setup sheets, and gadget automation. The software offers extensive drawing and layout tools, bitmap editing, image tracing, and advanced text manipulation to ensure precision and detail. Realistic 3D previews help users visualize their projects before machining, reducing costly errors and enhancing client presentations. VCarve’s tool database simplifies cutter management and integrates with V&Co for sharing tool data across multiple machines. Additional features include rotary axis support, production plate engraving, and customizable toolpath templates. Comprehensive online tutorials, an active user forum, and free CNC projects support users of all skill levels.

Description

Aspire offers a robust yet user-friendly software solution tailored for crafting and cutting components on a CNC router. It includes features for 2D design and the computation of 2D toolpaths like profiling, pocketing, and drilling, as well as 2.5D toolpaths such as V-carving, prism carving, moulding paths, fluting, chamfering, and even intricate texturing strategies. What distinguishes Aspire as our premium offering is its advanced 3D design capabilities, allowing users to create custom 3D relief models and employ sophisticated 3D machining techniques. The combination of Aspire’s distinctive 3D modeling features and a comprehensive array of 2D design and editing tools makes it simple to generate both 2D and 3D components from the ground up, while also facilitating the import and modification of external 2D and 3D files. This powerful software not only encourages creative exploration but also provides an extensive suite of editing tools to effectively manipulate 3D data, ensuring users can bring their imaginative projects to life with precision and ease. Whether you are designing intricate parts or developing unique relief models, Aspire empowers you to achieve exceptional results in your CNC machining endeavors.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

PhotoVCarve

Integrations

PhotoVCarve

Pricing Details

$699 one-time payment
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

$1,995 one-time payment
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Vectric

Founded

2005

Country

United Kingdom

Website

www.vectric.com/products/vcarve/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Vectric

Country

United Kingdom

Website

www.vectric.com/products/aspire

Product Features

Engineering

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Collaboration
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools
Structural Engineering

Product Features

Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM)

Automatic Feature Recognition
CAD
CNC Machining
Custom Commands
Raw Material Management
Toolpath Simulation

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