Unlock Powerful 3D CAD Tools with Alibre Design Expert
Get every modeling and detailing tool, global design variables, sheet metal modeling, motion features, and more—all with photorealistic rendering and regular updates included. Start your free trial today!
Alibre PDM is a fully integrated, multi-user file and data management solution with versioning, rollback, where-used, search, and customizable metadata. Free yourself from the headaches and limitations of Windows File System.
Seamlessly Collaborate with Anyone, Thanks to Industry-Leading Interoperability
Import Formats
Solidworks
Inventor
ProE/CREO
Catia
Solidedge
NX
Rhino
STEP, SAT, IGES, Parasolid
DWG, DXF, SVG
Export Formats
STEP, SAT, IGES
STL, OBJ
Parasolid
ZPR
JT
DWG (2D), DXF (2D)
SVG
PDF (2D & 3D)
Achieve Unmatched Precision for Complex Component Modeling
Efficient and versatile sketching
Sketching is critical to 3D component creation, and a great sketching toolset makes all the difference. Equation-driven design, color coded problem areas, automatic sketch health analysis, and a rich feature set all keep you confidently moving forward.
Alibre Design’s intuitive tools empower you to create and refine intricate shapes and geometries effortlessly, enhancing your workflow and fostering creativity.
Master Full-Design Assembly Modeling with Alibre Design
Fully represent your designs down to the last detail with dynamic assembly tools that enable realistic part movements and in-depth analysis, all in real-time.
Use Alibre Design's advanced data-driven tools to enhance precision, efficiency, and control in your modeling processes. Discover how leveraging data can streamline your workflow and reduce costly mistakes.
Precise, repeatable modeling based on design variables that are easy to change
Design-wide Variables
Store important variables in a standalone file and drive multiple designs simultaneously
Spreadsheet-driven Design
Link models to Excel documents and drive geometry directly from spreadsheets
Dynamic Model Generator
Dynamic configurators that presents options only within your data and business logic
Model Variant Management
Create multiple variants ("Configurations") of models to dramatically reduce duplication
Component Metadata
Each component has robust metadata that can be shown on manufacturing drawings
Material Library
A robust and extensible library makes assigning materials super fast
Thread Library
Share an extensible thread library across the organization for standards adherence
Standard Part Library
Coming soon. A wide variety of components from ANSI, ISO, DIN, JIS. and GB
Unleash Precision with Powerful Sheet Metal Modeling Tools
Effortless, Precise Sheet Metal Design Every Time
Eliminate guesswork with Alibre Design’s automated sheet metal tools that handle the math and flat patterns for you, ensuring perfect, repeatable results from simple to complex shapes.
Whether you’re working with basic parts or intricate transitions, Alibre Design gives you the power to tackle all levels of sheet metal design with ease.
Automatic flat patterns
Instantly generate flat patterns at any stage of the design process to check for overlaps and ensure optimal manufacturability.
Manufacturing drawings
Convert your 3D designs or flat patterns into 2D drawings instantly, ready to send directly to your laser cutter or manufacturer.
Create Flawless 2D Drawings for Production, Patents, and Manuals
Alibre Design makes it easy to generate precise, professional-quality drawings that meet the needs of manufacturing, patent documentation, and user manuals.
Effortlessly Create Up-to-Date 2D Drawings from Your 3D Models
Keep your 2D drawings accurate and current with Alibre Design’s seamless integration—model changes automatically update across all views, annotations, and dimensions.
Comprehensive Detailing Tools
Efficiently capture every manufacturing requirement with advanced view management and detailing tools, delivering precise representations for production or patent documentation.
Maintain consistency and accuracy across all your drawings with a robust templating system that lets you customize once and apply across multiple projects effortlessly.
Make Manuals & Instructions
Simplify the creation of assembly manuals and instructions by defining custom views and exploded states directly from your 3D models into 2D drawings.
Cutting Profiles
Generate precise cutting profiles for laser cutters and CNC machines in various formats, ensuring clean and accurate production-ready outputs.
Create Stunning Visuals That Capture Attention
Bring your designs to life with Alibre Design’s powerful rendering tools. Produce high-quality, photorealistic images that make your projects stand out.
Transform Your Models into Photorealistic Images Effortlessly
Achieve stunning results with Alibre Design’s easy-to-use rendering tools. Drag-and-drop materials, customize every detail, and output high-resolution images using CPU or GPU rendering.
Elevate Your Communications with Captivating Renders
Enhance your web, manuals, brochures, and bids with stunning product images that clearly convey your message. Use Alibre Design’s rendering tools to create visuals that sell and instruct with precision and impact.
Automate Your Workflow with Python-Powered Alibre Script
Streamline your design process and boost productivity by automating tasks with Alibre Script, powered by Python. Customize your workflows, reduce repetitive actions, and focus on what matters most—your design.
Unlock Your Automation Superpower with Alibre Script
Let Alibre Script handle the heavy lifting with easy-to-learn Python-based automation, so you can focus on what really matters—your design. From creating models to integrating data sources, Alibre Script simplifies complex tasks, saving you time and effort.
Expand Your Capabilities with the Alibre Design API
Integrate, automate, and extend Alibre Design’s functionality with our powerful API. Customize your workflows, connect with external applications, and create tailored solutions that fit your unique design needs.
