In today’s rapidly evolving design industry, the demand for software with 3D modeling and visualization capabilities is greater than ever. ZWCAD 2025 has made comprehensive improvements to offer users an unparalleled 3D design experience. Let’s dive into the new features and improvements of ZWCAD 2025’s 3D module.
Improved efficiency
The software’s ability to efficiently handle large 3D models is crucial for industries such as plant design and aluminum formwork design. ZWCAD 2025 has optimized the efficiency of 3D model visualization, offering users a faster and smoother experience.
Compared with the previous version, ZWCAD 2025 has achieved a remarkable 62.8% increase in 3D model drawing opening efficiency and a 34.4% increase in 3D model viewing efficiency. You can perform operations on 3D models smoothly, including 3D opening, panning, zooming, and orbiting, so you can view them without any delay.
Figure 1. Pan, Zoom and Scale a Model in ZWCAD 2025
Additionally, you can use navigation features like Fly and Walk for a more immersive experience. With improved efficiency, these features allow you to explore every detail of your 3D model smoothly.
Figure 2. Navigating in Walk Mode
Display Style
To meet the various needs of model observation and output, ZWCAD has added 4 visual styles to the latest version:
Realistic View: Displays 3D models with smooth shading and materials, allowing you to visualize your design in real time and export realistic rendering results.
Concept View: Displays 3D models with soft shading and Gooch face style, providing deeper insight into model details and components.
Grayscale View: Displays 3D models with smooth shading and monochromatic shades of gray to improve rendering efficiency without compromising clarity.
X-Ray View: Displays 3D models with partial transparency, allowing you to see through the internal structures of the model.
In addition, ZWCAD 2025 has optimized the display quality of existing visual styles including Wireframe, Hidden, Shaded, and Shaded with Edges to improve your overall visual experience.
Figure 3. New Visual Style
3D Modeling Workspace
ZWCAD 2025 has introduced a dedicated 3D modeling Workspace to create a more focused working environment for 3D modeling. This Workspace has integrated common commands for 3D modeling, so that you can easily access them and create 3D models more efficiently.
Figure 4. 3D Modeling Workspace
Import from STEP Format
STEP file format is commonly used in the machinery industry for data exchange between different applications, ensuring efficient collaboration between all parties involved. ZWCAD 2025 supports STEP file import to eliminate the hassle of data conversion and ensure data integrity.
For example, upstream design departments will export STEP files after completing part design. With STEP file import support, downstream manufacturers and foundries can easily import them into ZWCAD for part assembly. Part structures are retained after import to facilitate modifications and ensure a smooth production process.
ZWCAD 2025 can now import STEP AP203 and AP214 formats, allowing you to specify insert locations, import methods, and display settings to simplify workflows.
Figure 5. STEP Import
3D Gizmos
To further elevate your 3D design experience, we have introduced 3D gizmos in ZWCAD 2025, which are particularly useful for adjusting models in part assembly. When you switch to a 3D view in ZWCAD, you can move, rotate, or scale a set of objects along a 3D axis or plane respectively. In addition, we have added the Transform gizmo, which allows you to toggle between moving, rotating, and scaling more conveniently. These features enable precise and real-time adjustments to your 3D models, significantly improving work efficiency.
Figure 6. 3D Gizmos
In conclusion, the release of ZWCAD 2025 marked a significant milestone for ZWCAD’s 3D functionality. Want to learn more about these improvements? Watch our video tutorials to learn more!
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