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Alibre Atom3D

Parametric Windows desktop CAD for parts, assemblies and technical drawings. Export STL and OBJ for 3D printing and DXF, DWG or SVG drawings for CNC or laser workflows. A trial is available.

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Carbide Create

Desktop CAD/CAM for 2D design, SVG and DXF import, and simulation of pockets, profiles and engraving. Core is included with Shapeoko and Nomad CNC machines. Pro adds 3D modeling, advanced toolpaths and standard G-code export for other brands.

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Easel

Browser-based CAD/CAM for designing signs, inlays or profiles, generating toolpaths, previewing the result and sending jobs to a compatible CNC machine. Basic includes one carve or G-code export per week. Paid plans increase limits and add features.

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InventCraft (ex DATUM)

Formerly DATUM, this free, open-source parametric CAD for Windows and Linux has an interface inspired by Autodesk Inventor. Create solids, assemblies, technical drawings and 2D CAM operations from constrained sketches.

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LibreCAD

Desktop 2D CAD for technical drawings with dimensions, layers and DXF files. Use it to prepare profiles and templates for laser cutting or CNC software.

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LuBan

Desktop software for preparing projects for 3D printing, laser cutting and milling. Create lithophanes and split printable objects into parts for assembly.

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MakerCase

Design parametric boxes for laser cutting, CNC and 3D printing, with joints, dividers and lids. Basic models have unlimited free downloads; others require an account with a free allowance or Pro plan. SVG, DXF and 3MF depend on the model.

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Materializr

Free parametric CAD for desktop and tablets, with constrained sketches, solids, threads and engraving. Exports STEP/STL/3MF and SVG/DXF for laser and CNC. Optional AI assistant with a local model or your own key; provider charges may apply.

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MyLaserTools

A collection of generators for clickers, keychains, lettering, boxes and maps. SVG, STL and 3MF export options vary by generator. The clicker for MX switches is free without an account; maps and parts of the library use credits or paid plans.

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NeoBox 3D

Creates bodies and lids for illuminated letters and logos from text or images, with adjustable dimensions and walls. Exports STL for 3D printing and DXF for laser- or CNC-cut lids. Requires a paid account.

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Neonlab

Design bases and shapes for neon LED signs, preview them in 3D and export STL files for 3D printing. The site also describes CNC use. Paid service with an account and a 14-day trial; no permanent free plan verified.

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PhysCAD

Desktop CAD/CAM for designing parts from dimensioned sketches in 3D space, creating technical drawings and simulating CNC milling with a vise and tools. Exports DXF/SVG profiles and sheet-metal flat patterns for laser cutting.

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PrintGears

Free generator for gears, racks, planetary gearboxes, timing belt pulleys, screws and nuts, with a 3D preview and 3MF, STL, STEP and DXF exports. Includes FDM printing adjustments and standard geometry for CNC and laser cutting. No account required; generated files may also be used commercially.

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RapidCAM / RCamHub

Browser-based CAD/CAM for parametric parts, toolpaths and G-code generation.

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SculptOK

A collection of AI web tools for turning photos and drawings into depth maps, STL bas-reliefs and other 3D models. Prepare reliefs for 3D printing or CNC carving and images for laser engraving. Free credits and paid plans are available.

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SOLIDWORKS for Makers

Maker CAD packages with browser-based xDesign or SOLIDWORKS desktop for Windows. Design parts and assemblies and export STL or STEP for 3D printing and profiles for laser cutting. The desktop package adds CAM for CNC milling. The offer limits project revenue.

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Tooltrace

Turn photos of tools into Gridfinity inserts and foam cutouts. Export STL for 3D printing and DXF/SVG for cutting outlines; CNC exports are also offered. Requires an account.

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TraceDraw

An alpha-stage vector editor for browser and desktop. Open CDR files, edit paths and trace images, then export SVG and DXF for graphics, laser cutting or CNC profile preparation.

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Universal Gcode Sender (UGS)

Free desktop software for sending G-code to compatible CNC controllers, including GRBL and FluidNC. It includes an editor, a 3D visualizer and jogging controls. Its built-in designer also supports compatible laser engravers.

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