Welcome to the thirteenth edition of World of CAD, Scan2CAD’s monthly roundup of CAD-related news. In this edition, we’re focusing our attention on a host of new software releases. This includes the upcoming release of Solid Edge ST10, Siemens’ competitor to Dassault…
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AutoCAD — 7 Things You Need to Know
Following the release of AutoCAD 2018, it’s time to refresh our knowledge of one of the most widely used CAD programs in the world. Here are 7 things you really need to know about the program that is often nicknamed the…
The Pitfalls Of Designing For CNC (And How To Avoid Them!)
CNC enables professionals and hobbyists to create a vast range of innovative products and projects every single day. When it comes to designing for CNC however, it can be rather problematic. CNC beginners and experts alike frequently make the same mistakes…
DWG Files — 7 Things You Need to Know
From the commonly mistaken origins of the Drawing file format, to its remarkable ability in making complicated designs practicable, we’ve documented 7 of the most extraordinary things you need to know about DWG files. 1. DWG wasn’t initially designed for Autodesk…
How Industries Use CAD: Engineering
Since the introduction of CAD, design work that once used pen and paper now uses computers. CAD software replaces the traditional drawing board and makes design processes faster and smarter than ever before. CAD is a feature of every industry that…
How to Build the Ultimate CAD PC
If you work with CAD software day in, day out, you’ll know how important it is to use hardware capable of coping with the programs you use. Most CAD software comes with stringent minimum system requirements, and an everyday consumer PC…
DXF Files — 7 Things You Need to Know
At Scan2CAD, we love CAD facts. Not only are they handy for dropping into conversation, but they also help us develop our views, knowledge and application of different areas of design. To kick off our Need to Know series, we’re taking a look…
How To Vectorize A Logo For CNC
CNC brings about a realm of possibilities in the maker movement. By using tools like CNC mills, laser cutters and routers, you could produce anything from laptop decals to wooden signs. And the best part? Taking your design to fabrication doesn’t…
Which CNC Control Software Should I Use?
CNC is at the heart of the maker community. By using simple tools like CNC mills, laser cutters or routers, you could create anything from stencils to laser-cut jewelry. But did you know that there’s a 3 step process to CNC?…
AutoCAD Tutorial for Beginners: Learn the Basics, Tips, Tricks
AutoCAD is a leading CAD program, with hundreds of industries using it every day. If you’ve ever tried it out before, you’ll know that the software can seem very advanced if you don’t know what you’re doing. There are so many tools…
World of CAD XII: CAD Trends 2016 Results, Inventor 2018, and More
Welcome to the twelfth edition of World of CAD, Scan2CAD’s monthly roundup of CAD-related news. In this edition, we’ll start by looking closely at the results of Business Advantage’s CAD Trends 2016 survey. Also under the microscope are the new version…
How Industries Use CAD: Architecture
CAD software has changed the way the world works, particularly in the engineering and architectural industries. It has replaced traditional drafting and design methods like pen and paper, allowing industries to plan, simulate and produce their new ideas in a single…
CNC Machines Compared
CAD software goes hand in hand with CNC machining, enabling users to create a wealth of both industrial and creative products. CNC has become so ubiquitous and widespread—in the field of manufacturing and beyond—that it is unsurprising that a wide variety…
Top Tips and Tricks For SolidWorks Newbies
SolidWorks is one of the most prominent CAD programs used across industries and disciplines worldwide. Most jobs in the design industry, and many colleges, make use of SolidWorks—making skills in this program highly valued. The advantages to using such a powerful…
Introducing AutoCAD 2018
It’s been thirty-five years since AutoCAD first changed the way we think about CAD. Before its release, CAD software generally ran on mainframe computers; AutoCAD shifted that focus to PCs. That was to be far from the only revolutionary move in the…
The 5 Best CAD Monitors Under $1000: Compared
If you work with CAD, you’re working with complex images on a daily basis. As a result, there are few other fields where detail and precision are quite as paramount as in CAD. Despite this, it can be all too easy to…
Top 20 3D CAD Models to Try Out (Part 2)
There’s no such thing as too much inspiration when it comes to CAD models—which is why we’ve decided to give you a second bunch of great CAD models to try out. So if inspiration is still wearing thin, don’t worry—Scan2CAD has…
How to Convert Splines to Polylines
Some CNC machines cannot use splines for accurate machining—especially lower-end CNC programs, as well as plasma, laser and waterjet cutters. It’s a nuisance when you export your CAD design onto the software and realize that all the splines in your design…
Cut-Ready CNC DXF Designs | Free Downloads
CNC is at the heart of today’s maker community. All you need nowadays to start a project off is a cut-ready CNC DXF design and a CNC machine. The possibilities are endless—you could create a variety of products ranging from stencils to laser-cut…
CAD in the World of Art
Normally, when we imagine the advances brought about by CAD software, we don’t tend to think of its creative side. We’re more likely to think about an engineer using CAD to improve the efficiency of a car engine; a footwear designer creating sports…