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Strata Design 3D CX

by Strata · Since 1988
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Quick facts
VendorStrata
Year launched1988
StatusActive
Location1400 Chapel Street Unit 322 Santa Clara, Utah 84765
Countries servedGlobal
Languages1
Integrations
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Free trialYES
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About Strata Design 3D CX

Strata Design 3D CX is a 3D modeling software from Strata that provides tools for creating and visualizing 3D graphics. It combines modeling, rendering, and animation features so users can develop high-quality 3D designs with relative ease. This software supports a variety of modeling techniques and includes texture mapping, direct rendering, and animation capabilities, allowing designers to create realistic representations of their concepts. Additionally, it facilitates 3D printing integration and offers compatibility with various file formats for ease of collaboration. Key capabilities: modeling tools rendering options animation features texture mapping export flexibility Best for: designers and artists that need to create detailed 3D visualizations for various applications.

Strata Design 3D CX is a versatile and powerful 3D modeling and animation software tailored primarily for creative professionals and designers who want to transition from 2D to 3D workflows without overwhelming complexity. The software stands out for its intuitive interface and broad set of modeling tools that include Polyspline SDS, MetaSurfaces, Bezier surfaces, and polygonal modeling, providing users with multiple approaches to create detailed and precise 3D models. One of the key strengths of Strata Design 3D CX is its robust rendering engine, which supports advanced techniques such as ray tracing, raydiosity, and toon shading, allowing users to produce photorealistic or stylized visuals with relative ease. The integration with Adobe Photoshop is another significant advantage, as it streamlines the texturing process by enabling designers to render directly to Photoshop layers and edit textures in a familiar environment, making the software particularly attractive to artists and illustrators who rely on Adobe’s ecosystem.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Intuitive interface suitable for beginners and pros alike.
  • +Cross-platform support for macOS and Windows.
  • +Comprehensive training resources via Strata 3D University.
  • +Real-time rendering with Apple Metal on Mac devices.
What users flag
  • Limited VR support compared to competitors.
  • No native Apple Silicon (M1/M2) support yet, impacting Mac performance.
  • No Linux version available.
  • Steep learning curve due to extensive features for absolute beginners.

Features

Key features

Comprehensive 3D Modeling
Supports polygonal, subdivision, and spline-based modeling for creating complex 3D objects.
Advanced Texturing & UV Mapping
Native UV editing, supports displacement and normal maps, with seamless Adobe Photoshop integration.
High-Quality Rendering
64-bit ray tracing with HDRI lighting and anti-aliasing for photorealistic images.
Animation Tools
Keyframe animation, inverse kinematics, particle systems, and effects like smoke and lens flares.
AR & 3D Printing Integration
Direct export to Augment for augmented reality and Materialise for 3D printing workflows.

Additional features

2D & 3D Drawing Tools
Import 2D art from Illustrator and create 2D/3D elements inside the app.
Modeling Operations
Extrude, lathe, boolean operations, skinning, and support for MetaSurfaces and Quad Polysplines.
Lighting & Environment
Point lights, spotlights, HDRI, environmental effects like gravity and wind.
Camera & View Controls
Multiple camera angles, depth cueing, and special view modes for lights and cameras.
Rendering Modes & Output
Includes raytracing, toon shading, wireframe, layered rendering, and stereoscopic views.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
1
Interface languages
10
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Interface languages

English

Billing currencies

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