- SilicaCAD 2026 Professional ENG
SilicaCAD Professional is a 2D/3D DWG-native CAD for general-purpose drafting. The program offers very high compatibility with AutoCAD®, yet SilicaCAD is way much more than just an alternative to the market leader. SilicaCAD integrates its exclusive tools and sells with PERPETUAL LICENSES at a fraction of the cost of industry leaders. SilicaCAD is an AutoCAD® compatible 2D/3D CAD application that works with AutoCAD® DWG files from v. 2.5 to v. 2026 and imports Autodesk Revit®, IFC and SolidWorks files. The best solution for AEC, MCAD and all generic CAD usages. Supports Dynamic Blocks Creation and Editing (Advanced Blocks). - SilicaCAD 2026 Professional NLM ENG (Network Version)
The NLM version consists of two parts:
- SilicaCAD clients, that can be installed on the unlimited number of workstations. The maximum number of SilicaCAD copies for concurrent use corresponds to the number of purchased licenses.
- The NLM Server software, that can be installed on any PC of the network, including SilicaCAD workstations.
NLM Server manages licenses and assigns them to the users who want to use SilicaCAD. It is recommended to install NLM Server on a PC with Internet access for further registration and activation of licenses. You need only one installation of NLM Server to set your SilicaCAD network environment and manage your NLM licenses.
The SilicaCAD NLM version (Network License Manager) allows to run concurrently a number of SilicaCAD copies corresponding to the number of purchased licenses on various workstations within the same network (LAN or Internet*).
NLM Server, lacking GUI, can be monitored and managed from any PC on the network via the NLM Monitor software included in the NLM Server Installation. The NLM Server Management provides the possibility to add new purchased licenses, remove licenses or monitor their state (availability, the user who works with the software, expiration, etc).
SilicaCAD users working within the network can immediately obtain a license from the Server to work with the software as long as it is required, or they can request a Take-Away license that will allow them to work on a workstation out of the network for a period of time (up to 30 days maximum). Each Take-Away license reduces the number of licenses available on the network by one for the Take-Away license duration period or till the moment of the license release.
To be used through Internet. It’s required to set up port forwarding on your firewall.
- CAD Alternative
SilicaCAD Professional is a 2D/3D DWG-native CAD for general-purpose drafting. The program offers very high compatibility with AutoCAD®, yet SilicaCAD is way much more than just an alternative to the market leader. SilicaCAD integrates its exclusive tools and sells with PERPETUAL LICENSES at a fraction of the cost of industry leaders. - High Compatibility
SilicaCAD’s original format DWG ensures complete compatibility with AutoCAD® WITHOUT ANY FILE CONVERSION and without losing any critical information. SilicaCAD offers the interface complete with the “AutoCAD®-Like” Classic icon and Ribbon menus and “AutoCAD®-Like” commands. - Familiar Interface
The SilicaCAD interface looks strikingly familiar to AutoCAD® users. All the functionality they’re so accustomed to is at their fingertips thanks to the Ribbon menu which makes navigation easier than ever bringing many CAD tools out from hiding. Accessing CAD commands is way faster and more intuitive through graphical buttons on the tabbed toolbars. - Features Comparison
SilicaCAD Professional is an affordable native DWG CAD, compatible with AutoCAD® and AutoCAD LT® with perpetual license (No annual fee). Compare SilicaCAD and AutoCAD® key features through this table. If you still have doubts, download a Trial Version and have a go or contact our Support Team for more details. - Advanced Tools
Make the most of your CAD software investment. Beside being an all-embracing 2D/3D CAD tool with all the fundamental drawing functionality, SilicaCAD offers professionals a large number of advanced features and exclusive tools which are most likely to become indispensable in your CAD design arsenal. The new BIM import features for Autodesk Revit® and IFC files expand the SilicaCAD usage for AEC market. - Flexible Licensing
Explore how SilicaCAD licensing solutions can help you get the most out of your CAD. Choosing the right licensing solution is a crucial decision which helps you reduce costs and better organize your working environment. Benefit also from a free trial to see how our product can be handy in turning your ideas into reality. SilicaCAD sells with perpetual licenses which do not expire.
• No annual fee required
• The licensed software version will run for as long as your hardware and operating system support it
• You are not obliged to purchase upgrades to newer SilicaCAD versions
