Visualization software package Design2Fab 6

data transferfile import/exportfor sheet metal forming

Product overview
Design2Fab® sheet metal layout software enables fast creation of HVAC ductwork, mechanical and specialty fittings for industrial, commercial and roofing applications. Engineered to shorten development of flat patterns, it allows sheet metal fabricators, HVAC shops and MEP contractors to produce complex custom fitting layouts in minutes and improve fit-up on site.

Benefits

• The Hypertherm difference: Developed by cutting specialists with 50 years of experience and more than 160 cutting-technology patents.
• Ease of use: Complete templates library enables users — including beginners — to start producing fittings immediately.
• Flexibility: Export patterns to DXF for nesting and automated cutting, to HPGL for plotter printing, or lay out manually using XY or triangulation points.
• ProNest integration: Native connection to Hypertherm ProNest® nesting software with SureCut™ technology.
• Unlimited technical support: Access to Hypertherm technical service engineers included.

Standard features

• Comprehensive fitting design: Extensive, customizable fittings library; 3D view verification; 2D pattern layout view.
• Choice of output: DXF export for nesting/automated cutting; HPGL export for plotter printing/manual cutting.
• Simplified job setup: Job manager for multi-level zones; copy fitting or zone; fully customizable shop standards (SMACNA/DIN based); custom seam and joint types; custom lists for liners, wrap, sealant, stiffeners, vanes and hangers; shear list with blank-size calculation; fitting, detail, cleat and liner lists.
• Detailed reporting: Pattern fabrication reports, FabSheet with patterns, metal and wrap usage, vane/hanger/stiffener piece lists.

System requirements
Internet: Internet connectivity required for subscription license
CPU: 1.3 GHz processor or faster (3 GHz recommended)
Memory: 4 GB RAM (8 GB recommended)
Display: VGA display with at least 256 colors and resolution 1024 x 768
Disk space: 1 GB available disk space
OS: Microsoft® Windows® 10 (32-bit or 64-bit)

Resources / Manuals

• CAD/CAM software family brochure - A4 (PDF, last updated 04/29/2024)
• Design2Fab sheet metal layout software data sheet - A4 (PDF, last updated 09/22/2022)

Technical specifications

• Model name: Design2Fab 6
• Vendor / Brand: Hypertherm
• Outputs: DXF, HPGL
• Integration: Native ProNest® integration (SureCut™)
• Fitting design: Extensive customizable library, 3D verification, 2D pattern layout
• Job management: Multi-level job manager, customizable shop standards, various lists (shear, fitting, detail, cleat, liner)
• Reporting: Pattern fabrication, FabSheet, material usage reports
• License: Subscription (internet connectivity required)
• Commercial pricing (subscription): $79.99 per user/month (7-day trial available)