SolidWorks DraftSight

DraftSight, a Dassault Systemes product, is a professional grade 2D CAD software that allows you to create, edit, and save 2D drawings in a native DWG or DXF format. This is based on the new ARES platform and has the same interface as the current AutoCAD user environment.

A New Approach

Unlike traditional CAD, DraftSight offers a transparent, community-driven development process. This is a free download that is available for both Windows and Mac operating systems.

Replacing Your 2D Software

Hawk Ridge Systems endorses DraftSight as a viable replacement for AutoCAD. The interface is simple to pick up, even for people that haven’t previously used a 2D drafting program. It is also robust enough to create complex 2D geometry that advanced users may need to create. It uses the familiar AutoCAD keyboard shortcuts that experienced users are accustomed to, yet these are fully customizable. This is a free download; this allows you to move away from subscription based 2D packages that may be keeping your company behind by tying up your CAD budget which could be used for investing in SolidWorks.

Moving with Confidence

Users do not have to start from scratch if they have pre-existing support files such as template files (.dwt) or menu files (.cui, .mnu, .mns.). DraftSight can use these and other support files.

DraftSight has the interoperability needed in today’s design environment. It can create binary or ASCII files, has the ability to attach image files and external reference drawings, supports multi page PDF creation and has the ability to publish to eDrawings or Drawings now. DraftSight can export to several different raster formats, including PDF, PNG, TIF, SAT and STL.

Download and Activate DraftSight™ it's Easy!

Step 1. Download
Choose your Operating System from the options listed below

Step 2. Activate
Save or print a file and enter your email address

Step 3. Confirm
Click the confirmation link when you receive your activation confirmation email

Download DraftSight for Windows (SP1)

Download DraftSight for the Mac (Beta)

Download DraftSight for Ubuntu® (Beta)

Download DraftSight for Fedora®, Suse® or Mandriva® (Beta)

Need five or more licenses, our Premium Pack includes a network license, API, telephone and email support for commercial and educational use, see Services for Commercial and Education users for details.

Datasheets

	DraftSight Datasheet DraftSight™ is a professional-grade, open 2D CAD product for users who want a better way to create, edit and view DWG files. DraftSight is easy to use and is available for professional CAD users, students and educators to download and activate for free* at DraftSight.com.
	DraftSight Support Datasheet DraftSight offers services for companies, educational institutions and individual users.
	DraftSight Getting Started Guide This book is designed to be used by the learner alone, without the aid of an instructor. This is a basic training guide for new DraftSight users. It is designed for users with little or no CAD experience. This guide will cover the fundamental skills necessary for efficient use of DraftSight and will provide a strong foundation for advancement.
	DraftSight Feature List Includes features of user environment, interoperability, productivity enhancements, setup and administration, entities, drafting tools, drawing setup and editing tools.

Case Studies

Case Study: Bobst Group Leading supplier to packaging manufacturers Bobst Group is the world’s leading supplier of equipment and services to packaging manufacturers in the folding carton, corrugated board and flexible material industries. Its mission is to enable its clients to provide reliable and attractive packaging that is eco-friendly and cost-effective.