I see a lot of people on here using CAD to show the plans for their buildings. My question is, are these programs being used by you directly or is a contractor or architect using them and you just posting the pictures? I am asking because I would like to start fabricating parts, tables, carts, etc... I don't need a huge, fancy, elaborate program to build a garage. Just something simple to make mostly straight lines and give me measurements and sizes. Also a huge plus would be that the program is free. If anyone is using something like this or has any information regarding it please let me know. Thank you!
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- Thread starter mjschamp
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try some of these and see if you find something you like. sketchup works pretty good too.
http://www.freebyte.com/cad/cad.htm#2D3DCADSystems
http://www.freebyte.com/cad/cad.htm#2D3DCADSystems
ODIS
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There are some wonderful modeling programs out there for your use. Have used Sketch Up for all my modeling needs. Once supported by Google, believe it is now supported by Trimble. There is the free down-loadable program, then there is the Pro version that you would pay for.
These are some examples of what I have created--
Overarm dust collection for table saw:
Kitchen overview:
Garage/Shop:
You can scan in your drawings from your architect via jpeg (PC) and PDF via Mac.
Lots of on-line tutorials and many good reference books out there to complement your learning curve.
Ody.
These are some examples of what I have created--
Overarm dust collection for table saw:
Kitchen overview:
Garage/Shop:
You can scan in your drawings from your architect via jpeg (PC) and PDF via Mac.
Lots of on-line tutorials and many good reference books out there to complement your learning curve.
Ody.