3DViewStation
The high performance multi CAD viewer.
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3D CAD visualization and analysis
- 30 days testing, no hooks
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The powerful 3D CAD viewer for engineers and construction mechanics.
Do you work with 2D and 3D CAD data and need to view and analyze them? Then you need a performant and universally applicable viewer.
Accelerate the process chain in your company from product development to sales with 3DViewStation from KISTERS.

Why 3DViewStation?
Display, measure, analyse and comment on complex engineering data with ease.
User-friendly
With a clear and intuitive interface, 3DViewStation is suitable for all levels of users, even without training.
Complete
Use an all-in-one solution for all your business application needs: 3D, 2D, mobile, analysis, role-based integration and lots more.
Fast
Load large assemblies within a few seconds:
short loading times even with complex data.
Mobile
Access all your engineering and other data - wherever you are.
Thought-out functionalities
3DViewStation offers you the right functions for your engineering data.
With 3DViewStation you can load, view, analyse and annotate engineering data very quickly. File formats of all major CAD systems are supported. Format overview. Format overview.
High Performance Viewing
- 2D, 3D CAD, Office and PLM
- Loads even the largest assemblies in seconds
- 64-Bit support
Clear user interface
- Modern and intuitive control
- Compliant with Microsoft Office
Automation & Integration
- Full application programming interface (API)
- Plugins
- Export of images, 2D and 3D files
Know-how protection
(IPP)
- Remove invisible parts automatically
- Unobtrusively transform geometries
True multi-CAD and DMU
Load and examine data from different CAD systems together without conversion. Suitable for Digital Mockups (DMU)
Views
- Explosions
- Fly Through
- Skybox (all-round image) Rotations
- Photorealistic rendering
- Scaling and animation
- PreViews
Analysis tools
- Measuring, intersection, dimensioning
- Text annotations and markups
- Filter objects
- 2D and 3D comparison function
Bill of material (BOM)
Interactive and automatic ID generation
3DViewStation in action
Video: This is how easy the work preparation with 3DViewStation works.
About 3,000 satisfied customers with more than 150,000 installations are a testament to our expertise in 2D and 3D CAD viewers.
Areas of application
Typical use cases of the 3DViewStation Desktop.
Flexible operation in Windows on desktops, notebooks and tablet PCs. It can be used stand-alone or integrated into PLM / PDM / ERP systems, product configurators, service and spare parts applications and with other leading systems.
Manufacturing
Projekt Reviews
Engineering
Sales
Spare parts
Collaboration
Change-
management
Technical documentation
Production
preparation
Document-ation
Parts catalogue
Marketing
3DViewStation product family
The right solution for your application.
Overview of the Kisters 3DViewStation version.
Desktop
3DViewStation Desktop: 3D-CAD-Viewer + 2D Viewer: Your high-performance universal viewer.
The 3DViewStation includes important analysis functions such as measurement, dimensioning, mark-ups & text annotations, a 2D comparison function, a 3D comparison function, fly through and true MultiCAD DMU (Digital MockUp), i.e. simultaneous loading and analysis of data from different CAD Systems, without conversion. In order to protect your intellectual property (IP) 3DViewStation allows to automatically remove all invisible internal parts or to alienate geometries in cases when it is mandatory to forward files. 3DViewStation offers a complete programming interface (API) for automation and integration purposes.
Ease of operation due to a modern user interface
Intuitive handling is one of the basic principles of 3DViewStation. That's why we designed the new UI along the lines of Microsoft Office, adding some intuitive ribbons. The user interface can be adapted to your specific requirements, and a quick access toolbar can be added. Shortcut keys can be defined for frequently used functions.
Application areas
Technology editors are always on the lookout for intuitive solutions to map and display products in various states. They need to hide or show parts, colour parts, create exploded views. Using the 3DViewStation you simply export the result as an image and integrate it into your work- or assembly instruction. If you prefer communicating your data in 3D, then you will love the export capabilities of 3DViewStation to STEP or 3D PDF.
To ensure that you can complete your work as continuously as possible, we have taken care to make the import interfaces of the CAD Viewer to the various CAD systems as fast as possible. And since the 3DViewStation is also available as a 64-bit version, we go beyond all memory limits. Turn on the turbo and use our internal data format whenever you need maximum performance.
Integration and automation
Often geometries are not only managed on the file system, but by means of ERP, PLM or other in-house developed data management systems. To enable any kind of automation, 3DViewStation has a rich application programming interface (API) that can be used to load and position geometries, automatically compare them and influence the storage location, among other things. Via the API, 3DViewStation allows parts to be coloured, structures to be built dynamically (e.g. variants and configurations), the position and location of parts to be queried or events to be sent to a leading application when a part is clicked - e.g. in order to then search for metadata in the PLM or ERP.
WebViewer
Zero Install, Zero Admin: 3DViewStation WebViewer is a HTML5 Browser and Cloud viewer – no installation required. Ideal for zero-admin Browser clients and mobile users.
This allows you to access your files at any time via an HMTL5-capable device, either on your company network or in a cloud. After integration into your primary system, the administration effort is limited to the server that converts the native CAD data into an internal format and/or into 3D PDF and a PreView image.
Application fields: Analyse CAD-assemblies
With the 3DViewStation WebViewer you can quickly and conveniently navigate through assemblies, select parts, show or hide them, click on a geometry and link it to metadata or documents from your system. Measure or cut or explode an assembly, color geometries according to their status, apply dimensions or annotations to 3D CAD models, drawings or documents: all via a browser. If a download of the 3D geometries is desired, a 3D PDF can be provided, in case of 2D drawings or office documents for example a 2D PDF.
Your geometries are safe
The 3DViewStation WebViewer allows server-side rendering of the geometries. This has several advantages: Since only image information is transferred to the end device, there are no geometries on the end device at any time. Your geometries are therefore secure (know-how protection, IP protection). Especially with small devices and low bandwidth, your data can be viewed much faster with our HTML5 viewer than if you first transferred the geometries and then rendered on the client side. Since server-side rendering does not require any 3D support on the client, i.e. no WebGL, the 3DViewStation WebViewer can be used with almost all operating systems and on almost all clients, including Android and iOS.
No effort on the client side: Zero Footprint, Zero Admin
The 3DViewStation WebViewer requires no installation effort and is therefore ideal for large installations, occasional users, browser users, web portals, cloud solutions and more. The administration effort is limited to the server, which converts the native CAD data into an internal format and/or into 3D PDF and a PreView image.
VisShare
Why exchange CAD data via email, FTP or cloud in an insecure and complicated way? 3D collaboration has never been easier.
Besides the long upload and download times, you also always lose a significant part of the control over your own data. That was yesterday: VisShare is the secure and flexibly customisable corporate collaborative environment for your company. As a platform with a common database and intuitive interface, VisShare enables all employees to access and view your CAD data uniformly throughout the company. Data can be easily and securely shared with shared, managed, controlled, visualised and analysed can be used. This makes it the ideal solution for efficient collaboration and enables transparent processes and workflows across disciplinary and departmental boundaries. A User and group administration (teams) regulates access control and rights. This means that VisShare can also be used as a frontend for partners, suppliers and customers at the same time. without great configuration and installation effort. Simply install on a server - and that's it. No client installation is necessary ("zero-install, zero-admin"). VisShare is immediately available to everyone, including mobile users. Use your mobile phone, iPad or laptop to work on the go. With server-side rendering, you can not only visualise and analyse large assemblies on the move with hundreds of thousands of components in a matter of seconds. No 3D data is transferred to the end device either. The data remains safe from loss on your server.
Create as many users as you like, there is no limitation. Everyone gets his personal area, where he can manage his own data and share it individually with others. A user is also able to create new groups, invite other users or release data from his personal area for groups. In addition, data can also be "published" so that it is visible to every VisShare user, useful for showcases, for example.
It is also possible to share individual files, for example with external third parties: Create a link for the file, send it to the recipient via VisShare, set a time validity, a time start and end point or even the frequency of viewing - you retain full control over your data. Links can also be withdrawn or deleted. And for a closer, temporary collaboration with third parties, simply send out a member invitation. With this invitation, anyone can join the appropriate group after authentication.
Holistic consulting
Customer-oriented and competent.
The satisfaction of our customers is our top priority, which is why we attach great importance to optimal service.
Contact Persons
We are always at your service in person. Without waiting in line.
Expertise
High Level of Specialisation in our Software Solutions.
Technical Support
Fast Response Times and efficient Solutions.
Security
Stable framework of security architecture.
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Pricing
Customised solutions from 1,199 € (net prices plus statuary VAT).
Don't pay too much: We will be happy to create a offer based on your requirements.
Trial version
0 € / 30 days
Test the full range of functions 30 days for free.
FAQ
Answers to frequently asked questions.
Knowledge Base: Detailed help articles & support for 3DViewStation.
Which formats can be imported?
3D 3D PDF | 2D 2D PDF |
Which formats can be exported?
3D 3D PDF | 2D MP |
System requirements
Minimum system requirements:
– Windows 8.1 or higher, 64-Bit
– Processor with SSE 4 support
- 4 GB RAM
– 2 GB hard drive space
– Integrated or dedicated graphics card with DirectX 10.1 or higher. Software-side CPU rendering is possible
– Virtual machines are only allowed with network licenses (floating).
Is the interface available in different languages?
Yes, the interface and the user tutorial is available in eight languages. The default language is selected during the installation, but all languages are installed and can be changed afterwards.
Can the surface be modified or reduced?
Yes, these and many other adjustments to your own requirements are possible.
Can color notations be changed, e.g. to RGB or hexadecimal?
Yes, these and many other adjustments to your own requirements are possible.
Can own default settings and user profiles be stored?
Yes, this is possible. For further user information, see the documentation on settings.
Can I test 3DViewStation in advance?
Yes, you can test the 3DViewStation free of charge for 30 days with full functionality: Download.
If you have purchased a license in the meantime, no reinstallation is necessary. You can simply import your license file.
What does 3DViewStation cost?
You can get 3DViewStation already from 1,199 € (net prices plus statuary VAT).
Contact us: We will be pleased to create your personal offer.
How is 3DViewStation licensed?
You can license 3DViewStation either as a node locked license or via your own license server (floating).
Do I need a new license to install a new version?
Your license includes a date on which your software maintenance expires. You can use any version that was released before this date.
Do I have to reactivate if I extend my maintenance?
No, your license is automatically updated via the Internet. However, at the earliest after reaching the old maintenance date.
Does the 3DViewStation also run under macOS and Linux?
The 3DViewStation is a native Windows application. With Parallels it can also be used under macOS or using Wine under Linux.
Does KeyToData offer trainings for 3DViewStation?
3DViewStation basic / advanced training
We offer training courses on the Viewer for every level of knowledge. These last approx. 4 hours and take place at our branch in Leonberg.
Individual training
We are also happy to provide individual training for you. The topics are tailored to your needs and questions. The trainings can take place at our location in Leonberg or at your company.
Online training
With our online training courses you can get the most out of your 3DViewStation training. At the same time you avoid long travel times and high travel costs.
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