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GstarCAD

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What is Hurricane for AutoCAD?

Easily modify multiple AutoCAD drawings in three clicks or fewer by applying basic, complex, or dynamic changes to each document. Efficiently organize your projects by managing files, creating lists, and designating specific project directories for straightforward access. Additionally, you can share these lists and custom scripts with others, promoting collaboration and enhancing efficiency. By integrating these scripts, you can handle more intricate editing tasks smoothly, with the added benefit of storing project-specific scripts for quick access. Furthermore, with AutoCAD Electrical's compatibility with ".WDP" project files, you can effortlessly load a complete project into the FileQueue by double-clicking the file in the Hurricanes file selector. This functionality facilitates batch plotting, purging, binding, and scripting of your files, greatly enhancing your computer's capability to execute repetitive tasks swiftly. Improve the time-saving potential of batch scripting across AutoCAD Electrical, Mechanical, and Architectural disciplines, allowing you to manage all drawings in a single AutoCAD session without the need to open and close files repeatedly. This efficient method not only conserves time but also significantly boosts overall productivity. Ultimately, this streamlined workflow transforms the way you interact with AutoCAD, leading to a more effective project management experience.

What is GstarCAD?

GstarCAD is a professional DWG-native CAD platform designed for businesses that require reliable, high-performance CAD software without the high licensing costs associated with traditional CAD solutions. Recognized as one of the leading alternatives to AutoCAD®, GstarCAD helps organizations maintain complete DWG compatibility while reducing total cost of ownership and improving engineering productivity. Built for architects, civil engineers, mechanical engineers, MEP designers, manufacturers, construction companies, infrastructure consultants, surveyors and industrial organizations, GstarCAD enables seamless collaboration by supporting native DWG and DXF files without conversion. Existing drawings, templates, standards and workflows remain fully compatible, allowing teams to transition quickly with minimal disruption. The software provides a familiar AutoCAD-like user interface, commands, aliases and keyboard shortcuts, enabling users to become productive almost immediately. Organizations migrating from AutoCAD®, DraftSight®, BricsCAD®, ZWCAD®, IntelliCAD® or nanoCAD® can significantly reduce software expenses while maintaining professional functionality and user experience. GstarCAD includes comprehensive tools for professional 2D drafting, 3D modeling, technical documentation, detailing and drawing management. Key capabilities include Dynamic Blocks, Sheet Set Manager, Express Tools, PDF import and export, Xrefs, advanced layer management, parametric constraints, Design Center, drawing comparison, batch plotting, data extraction, customizable workspaces and GPU-accelerated performance for handling large engineering projects efficiently. For enterprises and software developers, GstarCAD offers extensive customization through LISP, VBA, .NET, GRX API and COM automation, making it possible to migrate existing CAD applications and automate engineering workflows with minimal redevelopment. This protects previous software investments while supporting future

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Splunk User Behavior Analytics

Integrations Supported

CAD&BIM Free Viewer
PVGround

API Availability

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$99.95 one-time payment
Free Version

Pricing Information

£550 one-time
Perpetual licences: Standard £550, Professional £680, Premium £810 and Mechanical £1,280, excluding VAT. Annual and network licensing options are also available, together with a free 30-day trial.
Free Trial Offered?

Supported Platforms

Windows

Supported Platforms

Windows
Mac
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Online Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

74Mph Solutions

Date Founded

1996

Company Location

Canada

Company Website

www.74mph.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

GstarCAD UK

Date Founded

2010

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

www.gstarcad.uk

Categories and Features

CAD

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Civil
Collaboration
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools

Engineering

2D Drawing
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools

Parametric Modeling

Not specified

Categories and Features

CAD

2D Drawing
3D Modeling
Civil
Collaboration
Database Connectivity
Design Analysis
Design Export
Document Management
Electrical
Hole Making
Mechanical
Mechatronics
Presentation Tools

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