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Siemens CAD suite for 3D design, simulation, electrical and CAM
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Solid Edge is a computer-aided design software suite from Siemens Digital Industries Software that offers a product development portfolio for engineers and designers. It covers 3D design, 2D drafting, electrical design, simulation, data management, CAM, 3D printing workflows and technical publications.
Solid Edge is used by mechanical engineers, product designers and manufacturers across many industries, as well as students and startups. Siemens promotes free options such as student licenses, community editions and a startup program, which makes it accessible for learning and early-stage product work.
Siemens does not list Solid Edge prices on its main page and points visitors to its online store and sales channels. Costs are therefore not confirmed here, and depend on the package and license type you choose.
Alternatives to Solid Edge include SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor and Fusion. Compare modeling approach, simulation and CAM coverage, data management, licensing options and total cost of ownership for your team.
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SOC 2 Type II
EnterpriseISO 27001
EnterpriseGDPR Compliant
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HealthcarePCI DSS
FinanceCCPA
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