Product Information

AutoCAD Compatibility Supports AutoCAD 2000-2012 and is compatible with the x32 and x64 workstations running Windows / Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7. These versions can be run on standalone workstation or on a network server provided you have a multi-user license for all the users on the network.

AutoCAD LT Versions We do have specific versions for AutoCAD LT 2000-2012 at this time.  However, these versions require a third party AutoLISP extender such as the CAD Booster or CADsta LT Toolkit Max. These programs are not included in the SoftDraft Software and must be purchased separately.  If you are interested in this version please send an email to sales@softdraft.com with your AutoCAD LT version for more details and pricing.

Structural Steel Detailing For AutoCAD

SteelPLUS™ Structural Shapes includes W-Shapes, channels, single/double angles, square & rectangular tubing, pipes, M, S, HP shapes and tees as listed in the AISC database. Optional metric databases included MAISC and CISC.

All structural steel shapes are parametrically drawn according to the “Manual of Steel Construction”  of the American Institute of Steel Construction, Inc. Steel shapes use external data files for use with other structural standards.

One main dialog controls access to all shapes allowing multiple insertion points, layer, color, linetype control and the ability for the user to specify exaggerated dimensions, for details, before placement of each shape.

All steel shapes are created from a single polyline and made into an AutoCAD block. Each shape has built in intelligence for automatic notation.

FEATURES:

• Create shapes in plan, section, elevation or single line as required.
• Create simple or complex shapes made from a single non-segmented polyline.
• Shapes are created as an AutoCAD block to keep file size minimized.
• Ability to cope ends of W-Shapes in elevation view.
• List shape properties from drawing after shape placement or within dialog box.
• All shapes are created parametrically from external data files.
• Shapes are attached to cursor based on insertion point selected and rotated after placement.
• Automatic shape notation by selecting inserted shape.
• User defined dimensions for shape details.
• A grid option allows the user to select a steel shape to be placed at the intersection of several grid lines.

Shape Libraries include:
LRFDV13 AISC
LRFD3 AISC
LRFD2 AISC
LRFD1 AISC
ASD9 AISC
ASD8 AISC
ASD7 AISC
ASD6 AISC
ASD5 AISC
LRFDV13 MAISC
LRFD3 MAISC
CISC