Which one is more convenient for drawing flowcharts: PIDCAD, Cadpid, visioCad, or Worx Plant?
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Compared to PIDCAD, a software for drawing piping, material, and instrument flow diagrams; Cadpid, a tool for chemical engineering design and the creation of piping & instrumentation process flow diagrams; as well as Microsoft Visio and CadWorx Plant, which one is more convenient? This post was last edited by zghnyzq on 2008-1-13 00:07
I am also searching urgently. . Please ask an expert for guidance
Try using PROCAD and CADWORX PID. I think it’s very good. The latter is especially easy to get started with. As for the software, you can download it from the Internet!
It’s easier to just create some blocks directly; using these software programs requires a level library
I use PID CAD; I just installed the software and learned how to use it after half a day – it’s extremely convenient for drawing flowcharts!
Is the CADPID version upstairs a trial version? If not, please send me one. Thank you!
This post was last edited by immolational on 2009-7-25 08:20. In terms of ease of use for drawing, I must say that Microsoft VISIO is the most convenient option. However, VISIO has poor compatibility, a limited library of elements, and some of its functions are not as strong as those in AUTOCAD. As for CADWORX PID, I don’t see any advantages to it; it’s probably just hype. Chinese people tend to think that foreign products are the best. I’m currently using PIDCAD 2.0 (I’m one of its sellers ^_^), and I find it to be the best among all PID drawing software. It has a much larger library of elements compared to CADWORX PID and VISIO, and it also features many useful functions that were unexpected. The most important thing is that this software was developed by Chinese people, and its interface is in Chinese, which makes it much more user-friendly than interfaces in English. You’ll realize just how good it is after using it once... haha
I feel that PIDCAD is more user-friendly, but this also depends on personal habits. The original poster can give it a try.
Of course, PIDCAD is the best tool for drawing process flow diagrams – it’s easy to use. Those who aren’t familiar with CAD can still use it... The official PIDCAD website is www.pidcad.com, where you can request a trial version and view demonstrations. PIDCAD’s QQ communication account: 304798693
Generally, the process involves drawing it out once at the beginning and making modifications thereafter; however, using professional software is of course better
Is there a free version, or a cracked version?
I also feel that VISIO has a limited library of diagrams.