Free AutoCAD style software.

[johnnyrichards]

I use AutoCAD 2002 since my boss bought me a license a thousand years ago, but this software uses the familar AutoCAD interface, reads and writes AutoCAD files etc etc.

Free.

If you have been looking for a piece of software to generate basic 2D drawings, you might want to give this a try. Since it uses the same interface as AutoCAD, most AutoCAD tips and tutorials are applicable.

The software does require a free registration.

[kornphlake]

Re: Free AutoCAD style software.

I've been using Solid Edge 2d, Seimens offers a full commercial license at no cost for the basic 2d package. http://www.plm.automation.siemens.co...idedge/free2d/

I've never been too familiar with the AutoCAD interface but, it's good to know there is another good program out there at no cost, am I reading the photo correctly it's progeCAD 2009 Smart? Too bad it's only licensed for personal use.

[kmibb]

Re: Free AutoCAD style software.

Can I make CNC files with it? Because that would be nice.

[JRT]

Re: Free AutoCAD style software.

Can I make CNC files with it? Because that would be nice.

There are free tools that will convert HPGL, DXF, etc., to G-code.
So if that 2D CAD tool can generate a plot file in HPGL, then...

http://www.google.com/search?num=100&hl=en&q=hpgl+to+g-code

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