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Ashlar-Vellum Argon

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Purpose
Argon is entry-level precision 3D modeling software intended for people who want to model without cumbersome parametric history.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Intended users
Ashlar-Vellum describes Argon as an entry-level option for designers seeking precision 3D modeling without high-end professional packages.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Free plan
NoRead 19 Sep 2026 · ashlar.com
Trial
The maker offers a two-week trial; after reviewing complete contact information it issues a two-week code, while incomplete information receives a two-day code.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Support
The maker lists customer service and support email addresses and provides phone support at +1 800 877-2745.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Headquarters
Austin, Texas, USARead 19 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Founded
1988Read 19 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
3D printing
Argon supports 3D printing and can export models as STL.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Assembly design
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · ashlar.com
Drafting
The feature list includes dynamic and associative dimensioning, 2D/3D drawing, and surface analysis.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
File formats
Listed import and export formats include ACIS SAT, PDF, DWG/DXF, IGES, STEP, STL, Rhino 3DM, and Adobe Illustrator; some formats are import-only or export-only.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
License verification
The maker says its anti-piracy software must access its server over the internet at least once every 30 days; an optional physical hardware key is available for users without ready internet access.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Modeling
It combines wireframe, solid, and surface modeling with rendering and camera animation.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Modeling method
directRead 19 Sep 2026 · ashlar.com
Sheet-metal tools
NoRead 19 Sep 2026 · ashlar.com
Supported platforms
Windows and macOSRead 19 Sep 2026 · ashlar.com
Surface modeling
YesRead 19 Sep 2026 · ashlar.com
System requirements
The feature page lists Windows 10/11 x64 and macOS 12 through 15 plus macOS 26, 2 GB RAM minimum, and a high-speed internet connection.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Trial limits
Before the trial code is issued, demo mode cannot save, print, or export.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Workflow
Its Organic Workflow is a non-linear design process that lets users move among modeling approaches without changing modes or views.Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com

Plans and prices

Monthly Subscription $37.95 a month billed monthly Commercial single-user electronic license · First and last month charged at inception · Major upgrades included Read 19 Sep 2026 · ashlar.com
One-year Subscription $375 a year billed annually Commercial single-user electronic license · Electronic download · Major upgrades included Read 19 Sep 2026 · ashlar.com
Argon Monthly Subscription $37.95 a month First / Last for US $75.90 on inception, then US $37.95/month Commercial single-user license · electronic download · major upgrades included · cancel any time · no refunds Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com
Argon 1-year Subscription $375 a year US $375.00 per year Commercial single-user license · electronic download · major upgrades included · no refunds Read 7 Oct 2026 · ashlar.com

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