BricsCAD LIte | Ciratech

Professional, familiar DWG‐based 2D CAD with AI‐driven productivity tools.

Powerful 2D CAD
without compromise

Familiar and Compatible CAD

BricsCAD is built entirely on the industry standard DWG format, with full command, script, macro and menu compatibility. BricsCAD feels like home!

What is BricsCAD LIte?

BricsCAD Lite is a streamlined version of BricsCAD, designed for users who need core CAD functionality without the full range of features offered in higher editions. It is tailored for users who primarily require 2D drafting capabilities and customization option sand support for LISP.

Why Use BricsCAD Lite?

BricsCAD Lite is built on the industry-standard DWG format, making it feel familiar and highly compatible for experienced CAD users. With full support of commands, scripts, macros and menu compatibility, users can seamlessly apply their existing skills within BricsCAD Lite.

BricsCAD Lite offers unique tools to help users work faster and smarter. Many of these tools are powered by machine learning techniques; significantly accelerating tasks that would take hours to complete manually.

In terms of compatibility, BricsCAD Lite is highly aligned with AutoCAD LT. Users can transition without changing printers, templates, blocks, or sheet set layouts. Command names, aliases and system variables are the same in BricsCAD Lite as in AutoCAD LT. It also supports menus (.CUI, .CUIX) , macros/scripts and other support files (.PC3, .LIN, .PAT, .DWT, .SSM) compatible.

Additionally, BricsCAD Lite fully supports LISP and is compatible with AutoCAD’s AutoLISP format. The advanced BLADE LISP environment enables the quick development of customizations, drastically reducing the time spent on repetitive drafting tasks. It also supports multi-threaded, multi-processor operations to accelerate product performance for file loads, drawing generation and rendering.

Who Uses BricsCAD Lite?

BricsCAD is ideal for professionals who focus on creating 2D deliverables and seek an economical, flexible, innovative and modern CAD solution. It is designed to improve 2D drafting efficiency and productivity whilst lowering the cost of CAD for businesses.

Industries served

• Oil & gas
• Petrochemicals
• Chemicals
• Pharmaceuticals
• Food & beverage
• Water

• Power - Nuclear/non-Nuclear
• Mining
• Semiconductor
• Marine
• Utilities
• Infrastructure/AEC/BIM

Benefits of BricsCAD Lite

Familiar CAD Environment:

• DWG Compatibility: Like other BricsCAD editions, BricsCAD Lite uses the DWG as its native file format, ensuring compatibility with other CAD software and facilitating easy collaboration with users of other platforms.

• User-Friendly Interface: The software’s familiar interface allows users transitioning from other CAD platforms to easily adapt, reducing the learning curve and enabling a smooth transition.

Efficient 2D Drafting Tools:

• Comprehensive 2D Drafting: BricsCAD Lite provides a robust set of 2D drafting tools that support creating, editing and managing drawings. This includes tools for lines, arcs, circles, polylines, text and dimensioning.

• Layer Management: Users can manage drawing layers efficiently, controlling visibility, color and line types to organize and present designs clearly.

• Annotation and Dimensioning: Users can add annotations, dimensions and notes to drawings, helping ensure that designs are well-documented and easy to understand.
Enhanced Productivity Features:

• AI-Powered Tools: Tools like the QUAD Cursor, powered by AI, provide context-sensitive commands that streamline the drafting process by offering relevant options based on cursor position.

Customizable Interface: Users can customize tool palettes, menus and command aliases to streamline their workflow and tailor the software to their specific needs.

Extensible and Adaptable:

Extensibility: An open API enables the development of custom programs and LISP routines and other scripting languages to automate repetitive tasks, address customer-specific workflows or deliverables requirements.

Developer Ecosystem: Supported by an extensive developer network, offering a variety of value-added add-in applications.

Integration and Interoperability:

Cloud Integration: BricsCAD Lite integrates with Bricsys 24/7, a cloud-based collaboration platform that enables users to share files, manage projects and collaborate with team members in real-time.

File Compatibility: The software supports various industry-standard file formats, including DXF and DGN, facilitating interoperability with other CAD systems and software.

Cross-Platform Availability:

Multi-Platform Support: BricsCAD Lite is available on Windows, macOS and Linux, providing flexibility for users working across different operating systems and ensuring accessibility for a wider range of users.

Customizability and Automation:

Basic Customization: While more limited than the Pro version, BricsCAD Lite allows some customization, including custom tool palettes and command aliases.

Scripting Support: The software supports LISP and other scripting languages to automate repetitive tasks and enhance functionality.

Simplicity and Focus:

Streamlined Functionality: BricsCAD Lite focuses on core CAD functionalities without the complexity of advanced features found in higher editions. This makes it easier for users to focus on essential tasks without being overwhelmed by unnecessary options.

Efficient Performance: The streamlined nature of BricsCAD Lite ensures efficient performance, even on less powerful hardware, making it suitable for users with basic CAD needs.

Cost-Effective and Flexible Licencing:

Affordable Pricing: BricsCAD Lite offers a lower cost compared to the Pro [PM1] and BIM [PM2] versions, making it an attractive option for individuals, small businesses and organizations with limited budgets. It’s also extremely cost-effective and economical compared to an AutoCAD LT subscription.

Perpetual Licensing Option: It provides a perpetual licensing model, allowing users to make a one-time purchase rather than committing to ongoing subscriptions. This can be beneficial for users who prefer a long-term investment.

Training, Support and Upgrades:

Technical Support: Bricsys offers technical support for BricsCAD Lite users, offering troubleshooting assistance, software updates and best practices to ensure smooth operation.

Training and Documentation: Users have access to training resources, including tutorials, webinarsand documentation, to help them get the most out of BricsCAD Lite.

BricsCAD Lite is a cost-effective and streamlined CAD solution that provides essential 2D drafting capabilities. With a familiar interface, DWG compatibility and integration with Bricsys 24/7, it’s an attractive choice for users who need reliable CAD functionality without the advanced features. By balancing performance, affordability and core features, BricsCAD Lite is ideal for individuals and small businesses seeking a practical and efficient CAD tool.

[PM1]Link to the BricsCAD Pro page.

[PM2]Link to the BricsCAD BIM page.

BricsCAD Lite is highly compatible with AutoCAD®

AutoLISP support

Transitioning to BricsCAD is seamless - users don’t need to change printers, templates, blocks, or sheet set layouts. Command names, aliases and system variables are the same in BricsCAD as in AutoCAD®. BricsCAD is built on native DWG for the highest compatibility with other CAD users across all industries.

• Command compatible
• Menu (.CUI, .CUIX) compatible
• Macro/script compatible
• Support file (.PC3, .LIN, .PAT, .DWT, .SSM) compatible
• Based on 2018 DWG technology

BricsCAD Lite fully supports LISP and it’s compatible with AutoCAD’s AutoLISP format, making it simple to reuse existing routines. Our advanced BLADE LISP environment allows you to quickly develop customizations that can slash the time it takes for repetitive drafting tasks.
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Why use LISP?

LISP routines are the easiest way to automate processes and workflows for bulk layer manipulations, changing entity properties, automate drawing and XREF relationships, standardize plotting and publishing workflows, etc.

Intelligent and Efficient 2D CAD

BricsCAD offers unique tools to help you get more work done quickly. With commands powered by advanced machine-learning technologies, users can accelerate tasks and remove hours of manual repetition.

Greater control over all drawing elements with Drawing Explorer

BricsCAD's Drawing Explorer consolidates multiple dialog boxes often found in other CAD platforms. BricsCAD is easy to navigate and easy to search.
• Linetypes
• Layer management
• UCS control
• External references • Blocks
• Images
• Section planes
• + much more...

Convert repeated geometry to Block Definitions

The Quad: drawing, editing and information near the cursor

Automatically align copied entities

BLOCKIFY automatically creates a block definition and replaces all matching sets of entities with block references throughout your entire drawing. You can reduce DWG file size up to 90% by using BLOCKIFY to find repetitive geometry and converting it into block references.

BricsCAD’s Quad is a unique 'head-up' command palette that predicts your command usage and offers one-click access to your possible next command. . Powered by machine learning, the Quad predicts the commands you will need based on the unique way you use BricsCAD.

COPYGUIDED automatically aligns copied entities to relevant geometry using machine-generated guide curves. You can explicitly select entities to use as guide curves or let BricsCAD determine them based on the drawing elements in your selection.

Parametric Blocks: a dynamic approach to creating 2D Blocks

Parametric Blocks automates repetitive tasks by allowing users to create one block instead of multiple similar, separate block definitions. You can create 2D block definitions using the same set of tools and workflows with which you are already familiar.

Adaptive grid snapping

Dynamic UCS: the power of the Shift key

BricsCAD’s dynamic snap to grid adjusts automatically based on your zoom level. The adaptive grid snap feature lets you create, edit, nudge and manipulate entities using precise values without the need for keyboard entry. The snap step size adapts according to the current screen zoom factor.

BricsCAD's dynamic UCS automatically aligns the coordinate system with the entity under your cursor. Tap the shift key to unlock the UCS, allowing you to start drawing outside of the selected entity or face. 2D users can increase their drawing productivity further by automatically aligning the UCS with selected entities for both 2D and 3D.

Auto-constrain 2D drawing elements

Optimize drawing quality

Manipulator

When creating parametric 2D drawing elements, BricsCAD enables you to apply parameters and constraints intelligently and automatically with just one click, applying geometric control quickly and easily for fast design changes and reuse.

OPTIMIZE corrects your drawing issues by automatically finding and healing inconsistencies such as gaps and misalignments which may otherwise be difficult to see, improving drawing accuracy and giving you a cleaner, more efficient result.

The Manipulator is a versatile tool that lets users move, rotate, scale and mirror selected entities. When you hold down the control key on starting an action, the manipulator will keep the original entities and automatically create copies. The manipulator can act on single or multiple entities simultaneously.

High-performance graphics engine

In each new version of BricsCAD, we strive to improve display performance. Enjoy smooth zoom and pan operations in drawings containing hundreds of thousands of entities.

PDF and BigTIFF underlays

We use a multi-resolution, persistent image cache to display PDF underlays, enabling super-fast zoom and pan operations. Additionally, BricsCAD’s raster engine delivers great pan and zoom performance, even with enormous 64-bit BigTIFF files.