What is ZW3D?
All-in-One CAD/CAM Solution for Smarter Product Development
ZW3D is a powerful 3D CAD and CAM software developed by ZWSOFT, designed to streamline the entire product design and manufacturing process. It combines hybrid solid-surface modeling, advanced assembly design, 2–5 axis CNC machining, and mold tooling capabilities—all within a single, user-friendly platform.
Built on its own Overdrive™ geometric modeling kernel, ZW3D delivers high-performance modeling with direct editing, parametric control, and seamless data continuity across CAD and CAM workflows. It supports over 30 file formats and offers integrated modules like sheet metal, electrode design, ECAD/MCAD integration, and even CAE simulation, making it ideal for designers, engineers, and manufacturers of all sizes.
- Affordable perpetual licensing (no subscription required)
- Solid-surface hybrid modeling with parametric & direct features
- Complete 2–5X CNC machining & toolpath verification
- Built-in mold design, electrode, and cooling system tools
- Handles large assemblies (20,000+ parts) with ease
ZW3D – Affordable CAD/CAM Software Without Limits
Why choose ZW3D?
ZW3D combines 3D CAD, CAM, and mold design in one easy-to-use platform, offering high performance, smart workflows, and great value with a perpetual license.
Hybrid Modeling
Parametric & Direct Editing
Smart Assembly Management
All-In-One CAD/CAM
High Performance
Lightweight 3D CAD Solution for Quick Edits & instant Insights
ZWSOFT 3D CAD Aided Tool
Power of ZWCAD
Seamless. Smart. Fast CAD Solution
Features
- Converter for IGES, Parasolid, STEP, DWG/DXF, VDA, STL Files
- Open, Save and Directly Edit: CATIA, Inventor, NX, Creo, SolidWorks, SolidEdge, ACIS Files
- 3D Print Interface
- 2D, 3D Sketch and Wireframe
- Parametric, Surface-Solid Hybrid Modeling
- Surface Modeling
- Assembly Design
- Data Inquire & Geometric Healing
- Direct Edit
- 2D Drawing
- PMI
- Standard Parts Library
- Traceparts Online Parts Library
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Features
- Sheet Metal Design
- Weldment Design
- Reverse Engineering- Point Cloud
- Structure Design
- Basic Linear Static Analysis-PART
- Basic Linear Statci Analysis-ASSY
- ZW3D Motion
- Harness Design
- ECAD / MCAD Collaboration
- Piping Design
- Electrodes Design
- Mould Design
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Features
- Drilling
- Auto-Feature Tactics
- 2-Axis Turning
- 2-Axis Milling
- Tool Path Editor
- Solid Verification
- ZW3D Post Processor
- NC Program (G Code) Output
- 3-Axis QuickMill
- SmoothFlow Adaptive Feedrate Control
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Features
- Structural Simulation
- ZW3D-METAS
- ZW3D-Flow
- 4 & 5-Axis Milling
- JT Format Input/ Output
- Catia, SolidWorks, Creo, 2D-3D Drawing Reading
- PART Solutions Standard Parts Library
- Keyshot Rendering
- Volumill High-Speed Roughing
- ZWTeammate
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