SoftDraft Steel2KS Imperial
SoftDraft, LLCSoftDraft Steel2KS Imperial
SoftDraft, LLCSteelPLUS™ Structural Shapes 2D/3D includes W-Shapes, Channels, Single/Double Angles, Square & Rectangular Tubing, Pipes, M, S, HP Shapes, and Tees as listed in the AISC / CISC Steel Manual.
$89.99/year
Structural Steel Shapes Detailing
Structural Steel Shapes is a software application that allows users to create detailed drawings of structural steel shapes. The software includes several different libraries for a large number of structural steel shapes, including W-shapes, channels, single/double angles, square & rectangular tubing, pipes, M, S, HP shapes, and tees. All shapes are created from a single polyline and can be inserted as section views in Autodesk® AutoCAD®.
Structural Steel shape detailing is parametric, which means that the dimensions of the shapes can be changed easily by adjusting the parameters in the software. This makes it easy to create drawings of different sizes and configurations of structural steel shapes.
The software also includes a number of features that make it easy to create detailed drawings. These features include:
- Multiple insertion points: Users can specify multiple insertion points for each shape, which makes it easy to place shapes accurately in drawings.
- Layer, color, and line type control: Users can control the layer, color, and line type of each shape, which makes it easy to organize and identify shapes in drawings.
- Exaggerated dimensions: Users can specify exaggerated dimensions for details, which makes it easy to see the details of shapes in drawings.
Structural Steel Shapes Detailing is a powerful tool for creating detailed drawings of structural steel shapes. The software is easy to use and includes a number of features that make it easy to create accurate and detailed drawings.
Here are some additional benefits of using Structural Steel Shapes Detailing:
- Increased productivity: The software can help users create drawings more quickly and easily, which can save time and money.
- Improved accuracy: The software's parametric features can help users create drawings that are more accurate, which can reduce the risk of errors.
- Improved quality: The software's features can help users create drawings that are of a higher quality, which can improve the overall appearance of the drawings.
Overall, Structural Steel Shapes is a valuable tool for anyone who needs to create detailed drawings of structural steel shapes. The software is easy to use, accurate, and produces high-quality drawings.
Shape Libraries include:
- LRFDV14 AISC / LRFDV15 AISC
- LRFDV13 AISC
- LRFD3 AISC
- LRFD2 AISC
- LRFD1 AISC
- ASD9 AISC
- ASD8 AISC
- ASD7 AISC
- ASD6 AISC
- ASD5 AISC
- LRFDV13 MAISC
- LRFD3 MAISC
- CISC
FEATURES:
- Create shapes in plan, section, elevation, or single line as required.
- Create simple or complex shapes made from a single non-segmented polyline.
- Shapes are created as an AutoCAD block to minimize file size.
- Ability to cope with ends of W-Shapes in elevation view.
- List shape properties from the drawing after shape placement or within the dialog box.
- All shapes are created parametrically from external data files.
- Shapes are attached to the cursor based on the insertion point selected and rotated after placement.
- Automatic shape notation by selecting an inserted shape.
- User-defined dimensions for shape details.
- A grid option allows the user to select a steel shape to be placed at the intersection of several grid lines.
Note: The installer is compatible with AutoCAD from 2012 to 2027 (including other vertical products).
Steel Shape Elevation View
Details
Operating system
Release date
Jul 14, 2023
Last updated
Mar 26, 2026
Version
16.0.0
Language
Compatible with
ACD
2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
CIV3D
2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
BLDSYS
2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
PLNT3D
2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
AMECH_PP
2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
ARCHDESK
2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027
Certifications
Digitally signed
Capabilities
Structural engineering
Building design
Structural design
Blocks
Modeling
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What else should I know about this product?
You have 15 days to activate the software. When running in non-activated mode this dialog will only appear once the first time the program is executed in a new or existing drawing which indicates the number of Days Remaining before the program stops. Until you are ready to activate the software, you can run the software in the Non-Activated mode before it expires.
To activate the software, when you open a new or existing drawing a dialog appears prompting you to press the "OK" button to Activate Now. This takes you to the SoftDraft Activation dialog showing your License Code and an edit box for you to enter the License Key.
To receive your License Key, click on the License Code edit box, then copy the License Code. To avoid mistakes, we suggest that you copy it from this dialog and paste it into an email, instead of entering it with the keyboard, then send it to support@softdraft.com Please include the name the app was purchased under and the company name.
After we receive the email we will send the License Key back, usually within 24 hours, for you to enter into the dialog. Copy the License Key from the email into the License Key edit box area of the Activation dialog, then click "OK" to close the dialog.
An alert will show whether the license key was accepted or an incorrect key was entered. If you receive the "Incorrect License Key" alert, please notify tech support in an email to support@softdraft.com
Are there any known issues with this product?
Autodesk® AutoCAD LT® 2024 Version: Steel2K 2D LT 2024 - Software Plugins For CAD - Product (softdraft.com)
AutoCAD LT 2012-2023 Version: LT Steel Shapes AISC - Software Plugins For CAD - Product (softdraft.com)
Is there additional support information provided?
SoftDraft Software Support Policy
Email: support@softdraft.com
The purchase price of a new SoftDraft Software product includes:
Free technical support is available during the subscription.
Each computer requires a separate product license to be purchased for that computer.
The SoftDraft Software Subscription includes upgrades when available.
All updates/upgrades are electronically downloadable.
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