KeyCreator
Developer(s) | Kubotek3D[1] |
---|---|
Initial release | 2004 |
Stable release | 2022
/ October 19, 2021 |
Operating system | Windows |
Predecessor | CADKEY |
Type | Computer-aided design |
License | Commercial proprietary software |
Website | www |
KeyCreator is a commercial software application for 2D and 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting available since 2004.
History[]
KeyCreator is a non-parametric, non-history based, "direct" 2D/3D solid modeling CAD program. Originally known as CADKEY,[2] it was first released in 1984, running on DOS, UNIX and Microsoft Windows operating systems. It was among the first CAD programs[3] with 3D capabilities for personal computers. Besides solid modeling, KeyCreator is also capable of wire-frame and surface modeling, as well as drafting.
Design[]
File formats and versions[]
KeyCreator’s native file format is .ckd.
Languages[]
KeyCreator is available for English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and Brazilian Portuguese.[4]
Extensions[]
KeyCreator is capable of translating and editing the following file formats from other CAD software:[5]
- AutoCAD .dwg, .dxf
- Autodesk Inventor .ipt, .iam
- CADKEY .prt, .cdl
- Catia .mod, .model, .catproduct, .catpart
- SolidWorks .sldprt, .sldasm
- Pro/Engineer .prt, .asm
- PTC Creo .prt
- Siemens NX .prt
- Unigraphics .prt
- Neutral formats such as STEP .stp, IGES .igs, Parasolid .x_t, and ACIS .sat
- Stereolithography (for 3D printing) .stl
Add-On Software[]
KeyCreator has several additional software options for varying functions.
- KeyCreator Machinist is a 2 and 3 axis CAM solution for Mold, die & tooling, wood working, rapid prototyping and general machining.[6]
- KeyCreator Artisan allows 3D models to be turned into photorealistic renderings.[7]
- KeyCreator Viewer is a no-cost program for reviewing 3D models and drawings stored in CKD files.[8]
Designed with KeyCreator[]
used KeyCreator to design crash resistant, nonexploding fuel-bladder tanks for aircraft, race cars, and performance boats. They have made custom bladder tanks for NASCAR, Ferrari, Boeing, Lockheed, NASA and the U.S. Military.[9]
See also[]
References[]
- ^ "Kubotek3D". Kubotek. Retrieved 23 July 2015.
- ^ "Section 10: CAD/CAM/CAE/CADD". Design.osu.edu. Archived from the original on 2011-07-16. Retrieved 2011-05-25.
- ^ "CADKEY Definition from PC Magazine Encyclopedia". Pcmag.com. 1994-12-01. Retrieved 2011-05-25.
- ^ "Kubotek3D Homepage". Kubotek. Retrieved 23 July 2015.
- ^ "KeyCreator Translation Capabilities". Kubotek USA. Retrieved 23 July 2015.
- ^ "KeyCreator Machinist". Kubotek. Retrieved 23 July 2015.
- ^ "KeyCreator Artisan". Kubotek. Retrieved 19 Nov 2019.
- ^ "KeyCreator Viewer". Retrieved 19 Nov 2019.
- ^ "Direct Modeler Builds a Better Fuel Tank". Machine Design. Retrieved 23 July 2015.
External links[]
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