The vector library is not installed as a program; it is a folder of assets.
Vectors are the foundation of CNC design in ArtCAM. They can be created or imported through several methods: : Users can open images (File > Open) and use the Bitmap to Vector tools to trace outlines. Native Tools
Right-click the downloaded file and select to ensure all components are registered correctly. Installing the Component Library (ArtCAM Premium 2018 Only)
: Shapes like circles, polylines, and text can be drawn directly in the 2D view. : Tools like Join with Coincident Nodes
To: Creative Design TeamFrom: Research & Software Asset ManagementDate: April 16, 2026Subject: Asset Report: Autodesk ArtCAM 2018 Vector and Relief Libraries
Some CNC forums (e.g., CNCZone, ArtCAM Users Group on Facebook) and torrent sites host .iso images of the original ArtCAM 2018 installation media. These ISOs contain the full vector library. Warning: Downloading from non-official sources is legally risky (piracy) and a major security hazard (malware inside DLLs or vectors).