gCAD3D

2.60.04 3D CAD app for Windows

Tina de Pierre

Review: PC-aided design program that allows users to create and manipulate 3D models for various applications.

Free and open source 3D viewing software download, reviewed by Tina de Pierre
Create and modify state-of-the-art realistic 3D models by using this advanced and software solution with many functions - Screenshot of gCAD3D
Basic interface - Screenshot of gCAD3D
Precise 3D designing - Screenshot of gCAD3D
Easily create and modify 3D models - Screenshot of gCAD3D
Overall, an advanced tool for 3D design - Screenshot of gCAD3D
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An open source (GPL) computer-assisted design (CAD) tool.

gCAD3D is an open-source 3D computer-aided design program intended for industrial design and other professionals requiring software like AutoCAD.

For those familiar with AutoCAD-type programs, getting started with gCAD3D involved drawing to create 3D objects. The interface is also similar to other CAD programs.

Though like any 3D design software, gCAD3D might seem complicated at first. Despite being a free open-source project, this software offers many of the same features as professional grade 3D design software, but for free.

Features of gCAD3D

  • 2D drafting: A set of 2D drafting tools for creating technical drawings and plans.
  • 3D modeling: Tools for creating and editing 3D models, including primitives, extrusion, revolution and boolean operations.
  • Assembly modeling: Create and manipulate assemblies of 3D models using constraints and parametric relationships.
  • Import and export-programs (Step, Iges, VRML, DXF, SVG ..).
  • Import and export: Supports a variety of file formats for importing and exporting 3D models including STL, OBJ, DXF and STEP.
  • Integrated 3D-OpenGL viewer.
  • Plugins: Has a plugin system that allows you to extend the functionality of the software with additional tools and features.
  • Program interpreter for geometry and NC commands in 3D, integrated NC processor.
  • Programming interface for RemoteControl.
  • Programming interface for user programs (plugins).
  • Rendering: Supports real-time rendering with adjustable lighting and materials, as well as ray tracing for high-quality still images and animations.
  • Simulation: Tools for simulating motion and analyzing the behavior of 3D models.

Compatibility and License

Is gCAD3D free?

gCAD3D is a free application released under the GPLv3 license on Windows from 3D design. With software released under the open source GPLv3 license, anybody can download, install, run and distribute the software with little in terms of restrictions. The latest version we have is 2.60.04 and is available to download here.

What version of Windows can gCAD3D run on?

gCAD3D can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.

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  2. Free 3D Design
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  4. 3D Viewing Software
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