TurboCADables

Listed on this page is a compiliation of links to websites and to webpages containing resources that might be of interest to those whom are using CAD software apps. The links are organized into categories. You will find resources such as symbols, clipart, and ink cartridges listed under graphics, free PDF utilities under software, tutorials and guides under documentation. Also listed below are CNC & CAM companies using TurboCAD, and links to services, news, and support resources.

Graphics

TurboCAD Mac Designer



The IMSI/Design Store

• 123inkjets.com - a leading provider of discount printer ink and toner for virtually every inkjet or laser printer on the market. A full line of printer inkjet cartridges, inkjet refill kits, laser toner, fax toner and countless other printer supplies.
• Symbols & Parts - read more about an extensive collection of standard parts and symbols that comprises over 30 million symbol drawings and models in 2D view and freely revolving 3D models compatible with many CAD apps (including those for the Mac).
• The COOL House Plans Company - large collection of house plans. Enter search criteria such as square footage, bedrooms, bathrooms, floors, type of foundation, etc. Results include material list, etc. Definitions of common construction terms also available.
• Small camping trailer designs - teardrop and tiny trailers.
• Free CSS Templates - lightweight and fast loading website templates.
• Kohler Products CAD Symbols - download symbols of Kohler products in DXF format. A CD-ROM containing both 2D and 3D symbols in DXF format is available.
• 3D Cafe WebRing - a community of websites offering 2D/3D graphics, meshes, plugins, textures, models, etc.
• DAKATEC Patent Drafting Services - patent drafting and trademark illustration services for attorneys, corporations and inventors, flawless submission record with USPTO, extremely fast service & affordable pricing. TurboCAD used for illustrations.

Software

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The IMSI/Design Store

• Academic Superstore - save up to 80% on books and computer products (e.g., Adobe, Canon, Corel, Epson, Hewlett-Packard, McAfee, Microsoft).
• CutePDF - a site with a variety of utility software to create PDF files that are compatible with many other products including printers. Look for free CutePDF Writer, which is available as a download.
• Ghostscript, Ghostview and GSview - view PostScript files saved in TurboCAD using these PostScript tools. Generate Acrobat-compatible PDF files. Free download. Forums and latest news available at the Ghostscript site.
• Free AnimationLab by SoftDev - an add-on software module for legacy versions of TurboCAD, which allows creating a sequential set of frames to animate a scenario.
• Free TurboCAD Plug-ins by SoftDev - for legacy versions of TurboCAD. The TurboCAD Plugins Pack includes the Calculator, CurveLab, Drawing View, Selection Info, and the HTML Plugins SDK. Other available plugins are the Beam Anaysis Tool, Surveyor Dimension Tool, and the Truss Analysis Tool.
• Winston's TurboCAD Pages - tutorials, documentation, and scripts for TurboCAD. Some of the page contents: variable-rate compression spring, simple wood model, and an Excel to TurboCAD 3D mesh translator.
• BCiTool - available plugin tools for legacy versions of TurboCAD include MagicLeader, SunPositioner, as well as a set of macros.
• WinTopo - raster to vector conversion tool, professional and free versions available for download.
• CheetahBurner.com - burn audio MP3, data and ISO files … fast!

CNC & CAM

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The IMSI/Design Store

• CAM Plug-in for TurboCAD Pro - read more about this plugin, which in combination with TurboCAD Pro, provides unique flexibility and productivity for CAM.
• Template Makers CNC Technology - offering low-cost CNC automated template makers.
• ShopBot Tools - personal and workshop CAM robotic tools, compatible with TurboCAD.

Peer to Peer

• TurboCAD-File-Library - a large, publicly accessible user group focused on forum discussion and developing an open source parts library of blueprints, color palettes, documentation, details, hatch patterns, line styles, macros, materials, meshes, models, plugins, profiles, symbols, templates, textures, tutorials, etc.
• RC Groups forums - the ABCs of remote control – aircraft, boats, and cars.
• Sawmill Creek woodworking forums - the biggest and best online community for woodworkers.
• Maple Trader forums - all about maple syrup.
• CAD user groups - compiled by TenLinks.
• Device Driver Discussion Forum - discuss, ask, and share drivers of all types.
• M. Knoper: Licensed Geologist - consultant.

Education

2D/3D Training Guide



The IMSI/Design Store

• Education & Training - read more about 2D and 3D training guides, which are a big help to get you started. Also available are books written for TurboCAD users, and for long time AutoCAD users whom use TurboCAD.
• Enable Basic Programming Manual - documentation for the Enable Basic scripting language that was (is) bundled with TurboCAD v4, v5, and which is also applicable to the free TurboCAD LE (2D Learner Edition).
• Cad Digest Reading Room - for TurboCAD. Featured articles, tutorials, reviews, success stories, and more.
• TenLinks Daily News about CAD, CAM & CAE - updated often.
• Lightwork Design - Lightworks is the photorealistic rendering engine used in TurboCAD (since v6) follow links from Lightwork Design homepage for features, case studies, and gallery images.
• Spatial Technology - Spatial's flagship product, ACIS 3D Toolkit. ACIS is the 3D solid modeling kernel used in TurboCAD v8, v7, v6 – follow links from Spatial's homepage for more information about ACIS.
• SoftDev SPb - product development partner with IMSI/Design.

Support - IMSI/Design & Softdev SPb

• IMSI/Design technical support - for all products and software apps published by IMSI/Design, such as TurboCAD, DesignCAD, and DoubleCAD.
• SoftDev SPb technical support - find maintenance patches for legacy versions of TurboCAD.

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