TurboCAD Designer
Essential 2D CAD Software

Smartly Organized Workspaces

Quick Workspace Access for Every Project

TurboCAD^® makes it easier to find the right tools by organizing them into dedicated workspaces:

• 2D Drafting: Precision tools for technical drawings
• 3D Modeling: Comprehensive modeling toolkit
• Mechanical Design: Specialized engineering tools
• Architectural: Building design essentials
• BIM: Advanced building information modeling
• SDK/Programming: Development resources
• Complete: Full feature access

Note: Certain configurations, features, and toolsets may not be available in all variants of TurboCAD.

New Start Page

Redesigned for Speed and Accessibility

The redesigned start screen offers:

• Workspace Selection: Choose from pre-configured or custom workspaces.
• Professional Templates: Quick-start options for common projects.
• Theme Customization: Light/Dark modes for personalized workflows.
• Recent Files: Preview thumbnails for instant access.

Command Finder

Smart Tool Search

Quickly locate tools and execute commands instantly with this intelligent feature:

• Partial Name Matches: Find tools like “Line” by typing “Li”.
• Critical Function Retention: Essential commands like Undo, Redo, and Save remain accessible during searches.
• Direct Command Execution: Execute commands directly from the search results, saving time and eliminating extra clicks.

Rendering Scene Analysis

Bringing Clarity to Complex Rendering

Dive deeper into every detail of your rendering scenes with a powerful analysis tool. Designed for precision and clarity, this feature provides invaluable insights for CAD designers, ensuring optimal results.

Key aspects of Rendering Scene Analysis include:

• Complete scene inventories: Objects, Lights, Materials
• Detailed material properties: Textures, Transparency, Bump Maps
• Light source specifications: Type, Color, Intensity
• Renderer-specific Information: LightWorks, RedSDK, Visualize, and TurboLux

This comprehensive reporting helps artists and designers optimize scenes for photorealistic results.

Visual Enhancements in Copilot

See More, Work Faster, Deliver Better

The new report enhancement options include:

• Color Marks: Instant color recognition via swatches
• Texture Links: Direct access to texture files
• Dark Theme: Reduced eye strain for extended work sessions
• Report before Post-Processing: Raw HTML report viewing option

These features bring reporting capabilities up to professional standards, enhancing both functionality and user experience.

AI-Powered Basic Text-to-CAD

Design the Future—With Words

With TurboCAD® Copilot Professional, we are taking a bold step forward in CAD design. Our AI-powered Basic Text-to-CAD feature redefines the way users interact with CAD tools, enabling the creation of CAD objects through simple natural language commands. This innovative functionality reflects our dedication to advancing technology, making CAD design more intuitive and accessible than ever.

As pioneers in this field, we are proud to lead the charge toward a future where technology and creativity unite to unlock exciting new opportunities in design.

Note: This feature represents an exciting foundational phase in our journey toward a fully integrated Text-to-CAD experience. While it currently offers basic capabilities—and not every functionality is unlocked yet—we are actively exploring ways to expand and enhance it in the future.

Part Creation & Editing

Design Smarter, Not Harder
Whether you’re crafting gears for a planetary system, structuring I-beams for a project, or refining ISO-standard screws, Part Creator adapts to your needs. Input parameters like module, tooth count, or helix angle, and watch as the tool generates flawless 3D models—no manual calculations required. From spur gears to herringbone racks, every part is built to your exact specifications.

The powerful new part tools offer:

Part Creator:

• Library of standard mechanical components
• Parametric customization
• One-click placement in drawings

Part Editor:

• Non-destructive modification of existing parts
• Real-time preview of changes
• History-free editing workflow

Need a sprocket with custom bolt patterns? A hex nut with a flange? Part Creator’s intuitive interface lets you define dimensions, materials, and even thread finishes with ease. Edit parameters later directly via the Part Editor—your design evolves as fast as your ideas.

TurboLux Rendering

Transforming Scenes Into Perfection

Rendering tools provide reliable controls for managing shadows, lighting, and tone mapping in scenes. These features are essential for creating accurate visualizations and delivering professional-grade results across projects.

Major rendering enhancements include:

Ground Shadows:

• Adjustable shadow darkness and position
• Ground plane size control

Tone Mapping:

• Scene brightness independent of lighting
• Linear mapping mode

Improved Defaults:

• Neutral white lighting replaces blue tint
• Optimized for architectural visualization

These professional-grade rendering controls deliver superior visual results with less adjustment.

Curtain Walls

Master Every Facade with Confidence

Architectural design tools provide precise and flexible solutions for creating complex building envelopes. With features like grid-based facade design, material assignment, and specialized editing tools, they enable efficient and detailed control in architectural projects

The Curtain Wall tool provides:

• Flexible grid-based facade design
• Nested horizontal/vertical divisions
• Material assignment for frames and panels
• DWG compatibility with AutoCAD Architecture
• Specialized editing tools (split, join, trim)

This feature enables rapid creation of complex building envelopes with precise control.

ODA STEP Support

STEP Into Professional File Handling Excellence

ODA STEP Import facilitates accurate data exchange between different CAD systems by supporting the widely-adopted STEP file format. The introduction of ODA STEP support in TurboCAD® Professional marks a significant enhancement in file handling capabilities.

• High-fidelity STEP file translation
• Precise handling of NURBS surfaces
• Smooth curved surface imports
• Adjustable faceting precision

Teigha (ODA) 25.7 Update

• Latest DWG/DXF compatibility
• Enhanced file translation reliability

SketchUp 2024 Support

• Direct import of latest SKP files
• Preserved material assignments