DraftSight® 2D CAD Drafting and 3D Design Software

DraftSight is a powerful, intuitive, and affordable CAD solution for 2D drafting and 3D modeling, used by engineers, architects, designers, and other professionals around the world. It offers a familiar user interface, full compatibility with DWG and DXF files, and a rich set of tools for precise design, drafting, and documentation. Whether you are transitioning from another CAD platform or starting fresh, DraftSight allows for quick adaptation without losing productivity.

It is available in multiple versions to suit different needs – from essential 2D drafting features to advanced 3D modeling and process automation.

One of DraftSight’s key advantages is its support for legacy CAD data – it allows you to open, edit, and save DWG/DXF files from any version without the need for conversion. This enables you to work seamlessly with projects created years ago and incorporate them into modern workflows.

DraftSight is used across various industries, including architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, design, and many others.

DraftSight Premium includes all the tools you need for drafting, modeling, prototyping, manufacturing, laser cutting, and 3D printing. Effortlessly manage DWG, DXF, and DGN files, import PDFs, and switch between 2D drafting and 3D modeling environments.

DraftSight Premium contains all the features of DraftSight Professional, plus advanced capabilities such as:

• Managing large sets of 2D drawings with the Sheet Set Manager
• PDF content import for editing and referencing
• Advanced tools for 2D drafting and detailing
• 3D modeling with parametric relations
• Support for importing and exporting STL and SAT file formats
• DWG to DGN Export

DraftSight Premium is ideal for professionals who need powerful tools to transition seamlessly from 2D sketches to detailed 3D designs, while maintaining full compatibility with standard CAD formats.

Licensing model: Stanalone, Annual subscription

DraftSight Enterprise is a 2D CAD solution designed for organizations that need powerful drafting tools combined with the flexibility of a network license. It includes all features of DraftSight Professional and is ideal for teams working in shared environments.

With DraftSight Enterprise, you can:

• Create, view, and edit DWG, DXF, and DGN files
• Use advanced 2D drafting and editing tools for precise technical drawings
• Automate tasks with AutoLISP, macros, and custom scripts
• Ensure compatibility with AutoCAD® through familiar commands and interface
• Import PDF geometry for reuse in technical drawings

License model: Network (Floating) License – multiple users can share a pool of licenses, managed centrally via SOLIDWORKS SNL Manager.

DraftSight Enterprise is ideal for businesses and institutions that require reliable 2D CAD functionality with cost-effective license sharing across users and locations.

Licensing models:

• Network / Annual subscription
• Network / Perpetual License

DraftSight Mechanical is an advanced 2D CAD solution tailored for mechanical design. It includes all features of DraftSight Premium, plus specialized tools for creating and managing mechanical drawings based on industry standards such as ISO, ANSI, DIN, JIS, and BSI.

With DraftSight Mechanical, you can:

• Create, edit, and manage DWG and DXF mechanical drawings
• Use standardized mechanical symbols and components from integrated libraries
• Automatically generate and update BOMs (Bill of Materials)
• Work with drawing frames, title blocks, and part references efficiently
• Apply geometric and dimensional tolerances and other manufacturing annotations
• Edit mechanical assemblies with tools that support intelligent relationships

DraftSight Mechanical is the ideal choice for teams and individuals who need professional 2D mechanical drafting tools that meet international engineering standards.

Licensing model: Network license, Annual subscription