Comparing the industry’s options for computer-aided design and 3-D printing.

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<strong>Compiled by Shawna Kulpa</strong>

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<p><strong>Compiled by Shawna Kulpa</strong></p>

<p><em>First Published March 2017.</em></p>

There’s no denying that computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided machining (CAM) are technologies that are here to stay (at least until a new technology eventually supplants them). So whether you’re a CAD/CAM newbie begrudgingly exploring this new technology or an experienced user looking to expand or upgrade your current setup, you need to know what’s currently available to the jewelry industry.

<p>There’s no denying that computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided machining (CAM) are technologies that are here to stay (at least until a new technology eventually supplants them). So whether you’re a CAD/CAM newbie begrudgingly exploring this new technology or an experienced user looking to expand or upgrade your current setup, you need to know what’s currently available to the jewelry industry.</p>

To help you explore your options, <em>MJSA Journal </em>has compiled two comprehensive charts comparing not only the most popular jewelry-specific CAD programs on the market, but also the latest 3-D printing options you can then use to bring your CAD-created designs to life. While we can’t tell you which systems would best meet your business needs, we can provide you with an easy way to compare your options, helping you select the best solution for your operation.

<p>To help you explore your options, <em>MJSA Journal </em>has compiled two comprehensive charts comparing not only the most popular jewelry-specific CAD programs on the market, but also the latest 3-D printing options you can then use to bring your CAD-created designs to life. While we can’t tell you which systems would best meet your business needs, we can provide you with an easy way to compare your options, helping you select the best solution for your operation.</p>

<p><a href="https://cms.mjsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/CAD_Comparison_Chart.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone" src="https://mjsa-site-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/2017_Journal/March/CAD_CAM_Charts/WindowShopping_1.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="125"></a></p>
<h5><strong>Download the MJSA <a href="https://cms.mjsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/CAD_Comparison_Chart.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CAD Comparison Chart</a>.</strong></h5>
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<h5><strong><strong>Download the MJSA <a href="https://cms.mjsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/CAM_Comparison_Chart.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CAM Comparison Chart.</a></strong></strong></h5>

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<p><a href="https://cms.mjsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/CAD_Comparison_Chart.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone" src="https://mjsa-site-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/2017_Journal/March/CAD_CAM_Charts/WindowShopping_1.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="125"></a></p>
<h5><strong>Download the MJSA <a href="https://cms.mjsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/CAD_Comparison_Chart.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CAD Comparison Chart</a>.</strong></h5>
<p><a href="https://cms.mjsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/CAM_Comparison_Chart.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img class="alignnone" src="https://mjsa-site-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/2017_Journal/March/CAD_CAM_Charts/WindowShopping_2.jpg" alt="" width="760" height="121"></a></p>
<h5><strong><strong>Download the MJSA <a href="https://cms.mjsa.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/CAM_Comparison_Chart.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CAM Comparison Chart.</a></strong></strong></h5>

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