What are some good design programs out there ? I don't need a program that is for cad or anything like that. I just need a program where I can type in dimensions and get a pic of it piece and the dimensions.

 

Anyone ?

 

thats how cad programs work... just download a trial version of autocad, or if you are willing, get it illegally via bitorrent or whatever you choose...

 

Autocad and MasterCam are the two i know of, i use Autocad for everything around the shop.

 

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Thanks I'll check them out

 

I use Autocad for the Architectural drawings and have to let you know that the "full" program costs three grand!

However, I'd recommend that you go by CompUSA and see what smaller versions of Autocad are available.

If you keep with a version of Autocad, the drawing files you generate can be used by others with Autocad. It's kind of an industry standard.

Wes

 

Well I need a program because I need something cut with a water jet, the guy said he needed the measurements and instead of sending paper over which way take a while I wanted to email him pics with the measurements. Will autocad be able to do what I want ?

 

you could just give a scale and use something simple to draw it up. not like paint or something, but i don't see how you couldn't just write down the measurement and mail them to him and not worry about it. Waterjet cutting is pretty simplistic, and i don't see you really needing a Cad program. I am guessing it is a flat or relatively flat peice being cut, and if he is using stock just have reference point from which all other measurements are taken and write them out. if you do it well it should be very simple to set up.

 

Only problem with mailing is it takes time but that seems like the best route, thanks guys

 

Dang, just draw it up by hand with dimensions and fax it to him.

In reality, all a program like Autocad will do for you in this situation is not allow you to put in bogus dimensions.

Just check your dimensions several times and verify that it all adds up.

Wes

 

Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks

take a course in it! you'll like it.

 

If you take a course in it (and I'd recommend it), then ask the instructor if the maker (Autocad) offers a "student" version. Years ago it was possible for a student taking an applicable class to get the program for half off!!

Wes

 

Well since I'm not in school that would be hard, but when I was in school I did take a year and we did learn autocad, so I'm gonna look more into that program, thanks guys

 

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usually their's a nerdy kid or two with a pirated version. just look for the ones with thick glasses..

 

Forget about AutoCad, it's past. Get yourself Autodesk Inventor (same family). It's much easier and more powerful. But to get legal program.... well, in my country costs over 5 grands. I don't know who can afford it, students earn around 3$/hour. But i have no clue how is with that on the west

 

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We dont pay for software, music or **** in the west.. it's all free