pdf2cad
The original PDF to CAD converter. For more than 25 years, pdf2cad has set the standard for converting PDF, EPS, and AI files into DWG, DXG, and HPGL. Convert single files or use batch mode and advanced options for power conversions. Available for purchase or as an annual subscription plan.
What's New in pdf2cad?
pdf2cad v12 adds options to convert password-protected PDF files, improves image control and adds automatic font mapping. For a more detailed overview of v12, see What's New in pdf2cad v12? View upgrade options.
PDF for OEMs
pdf2cad powers plugins for AutoCAD and BricsCAD. Other CAD developers like GstarCAD, ProgeCAD, and ActCAD use our CAD SDK to add PDF import and edit to their CAD systems. Do you need to open and edit PDF in your CAD program? Get started today with the PDF Conversion SDK!
Convert PDF Back to CAD Formats
pdf2cad has been the top PDF to CAD Converter for more than 25 years. pdf2cad transforms PDF files into editable CAD drawings. saving hours of redraw time. In seconds, you’ll extract accurate DWG, DXF or HPGL drawings. Works with virtually any PDF drawing saved or printed from an application. Use the converted files in engineering, scientific and architectural programs including AutoCAD, TurboCAD and MicroStation.
pdf2cad is ideal for converting CAD drawings, floor-plans, network diagrams and organization charts. All entities, layers, line-types, objects and text are ready for editing. pdf2cad is not designed to convert scanned PDF drawings (raster PDF) into CAD formats. It requires computer-generated PDF files (vector PDF). To learn more, read The Difference Between Vector and Raster PDF Files
pdf2cad runs on Microsoft Windows and Apple MacOS. We also make dedicated plug-ins for AutoCAD and BricsCAD. Both of these programs will open a PDF file and present it for editing.
Try pdf2cad at ConvertPDF.Today or send us a test file and we’ll do the conversion for you. It only takes one file to see whether pdf2cad will save you time and money. It’s easy to use yet has powerful options. Do a test conversion online now!
Advanced Features in pdf2cad
Plug-ins Make PDF to CAD Conversion Simple
pdf2cad is the power behind the plug-is we make for AutoCAD and BricsCAD. It's also the engine used by ProgeCAD, GstarCAD, DesignCAD and other popular CAD programs to add their own PDF functionality. Using familiar commands and tools, you can easily open PDF files right within your favorite software.
pdf2cad Pricing
Available Language Versions
US English ($) • International English (€) • French • German • Italian • Spanish • Czech • Polish • Chinese
Available Platforms
Windows 64-bit systems • Windows 32-bit version available upon request • MacOS
For Linux, use the PDF Conversion Server command-line version
More Features in pdf2cad
- Best-selling PDF to DWG, DXF and HPGL Converter for 26+ Years
- Convert PDF files into standard CAD formats, DWG, DXF and HPGL
- Convert one file or multiple files using the built in batch mode
- No limit on PDF size
- Works with any CAD/CAM system or technical application with DWG, DXF or HPGL import
- Scaling based on PDF coordinates ensures precision
- DWG support independent of AutoCAD eliminates TrustedDWG errors and performance hits
- Convert all pages or specify a page range
- Intelligent object recognition
- Combines characters to form editable words and lines of text
- Cropping
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- Add white space to page
- Rotate output by any degree
- Option to ignore text, images or paths during conversion
- Map fonts for high fidelity file match
- Scale page to match original dimensions of file
- Specify minimum line width
- Separates layers in CAD drawing based on PDF layers, color or other definitions
- Dashed/dotted lines as segments
- Saves all images as referenced file in DXF format
- Command-line version and Windows DLL available for developers
- Expanded support for non-standard fonts
- Option to remove or outline hatches/fills
- Improved reporting on errors and warnings
- Streamlined interface for faster and easier conversions
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pdf2cad Conversion Options
Check out our PDF SDK Framework
All of the great features you use in pdf2cad are available for developers to embed in applications and workflows. With just two API calls, you can add PDF import and edit features to your app. The SDK can also be used to build a dedicated PDF Import/Edit plug-in for your program. It's a great way to add high-value features for your customers.
Learn more about the PDF Conversion SDK, PDF Creation SDK, and PDF Objects SDK