2D Design & Vector Creation
Build designs from your sketches using ArtCAM’s powerful vector tools.
With ArtCAM Express you can create unique artwork within the software using the drawing tools, importing your designs or sketches to work around or using imported 2D vector artwork. ArtCAM Express can import most common vector and bitmap image formats, including pdf, bmp, jpeg, tiff, gif, eps, or compressed dwg and dxf files.
Bitmaps
Using the intuitiveness of Express’s Bitmap to vector function you will be able to import your 2D Bitmap image directly into the software, it will then automatically create the necessary vectors. ArtCAM Express supports most common vector formats including JPEG's, Tiffs, Gifs, and BMP's. Text can then be added to your design using the text tools provided. Alternatively you can manually create the vectors along the Bitmap using the vector creation tools. These vectors will then act as guides to control your toolpath creation.
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Vector Creation Tools
ArtCAM Express’s versatile vector creation tools let you quickly and easily create vector based designs using a large variety of shapes and freehand vector curves. |
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Importing 3D designs is easy too. ArtCAM Express has import filters for most standard file formats including ai, eps, dwg and dxf files. Raster graphics - Bitmaps, Jpeg's, Tiffs and Gifs can quickly and easily be converted into high quality, machinable vectors.





