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What this page is

buythis.co.za/cnc-software is the software hub on Buythis, AM.CO.ZA's online shop. It links to the software that drives AM.CO.ZA machines: CAM software for CNC routers, profile cutting software for CNC plasma and other sheet metal cutters, RIP software for printers, and vinyl cutting software, plus free drivers and updates on cncu.co.za and training videos on softwaretraining.co.za. On the live page those are only tiles. This knowledge base page lists every software product in those sections from the product data, with what each one does and its current price.

All software products

The KB link next to a SKU opens its full product page in this knowledge base where one exists.

Router CAM and engraving software

Turns artwork into G-code toolpaths for CNC routers and engravers. RouterCAM is AM.CO.ZA's own CorelDRAW plugin; JDPaint and UCANCAM are standalone CAD/CAM programs. The live category page is buythis.co.za/router-software.

SKU Product What it does Sales price incl. VAT Regular price incl. VAT
S-ROUTERCAM KB RouterCAM CNC G-code Generator CAM Plugin for CorelDRAW, Activation Key Code RouterCAM is a CNC G-code generator plugin designed for CorelDRAW X7 and later on Windows 7 or newer. It lets designers turn CorelDRAW artwork into machine-ready toolpaths without moving between separate design and CAM programs. R 11 960.00 R 14 000.00
S-JDPAINT KB JDPaint Professional CAD/CAM Engraving Software JDPaint Professional CAD/CAM Engraving Software is a powerful design and machining solution for creating detailed artwork, reliefs and precision engraving projects. It provides CNC users with tools for developing complex shapes, decorative patterns and production-ready machining paths in one integrated environment. R 4 598.85 R 4 600.00
S-UCANCAM KB UCANCAM Software UCANCAM Software is a CAD/CAM solution designed for preparing engraving and cutting jobs for CNC machines. It helps operators convert digital designs into practical machining instructions, supporting accurate and flexible production. R 4 598.85 R 4 600.00

Profile cutting software (FabriCAM)

FabriCAM is the sheet metal fabrication CAM software used with CNC plasma and other profile cutters. It comes as Essential (LITE), Professional (PRO, with nesting) and ULTIMATE (all modules) packages, with add-on modules for cost estimation, HVAC shape building and round tube cutting, licensed on a blue USB dongle. The live category page is buythis.co.za/profile-cutting.

SKU Product What it does Sales price incl. VAT Regular price incl. VAT
X-FABRICAM/LITE KB FABRICAM Sheet Metal Fabrication CAM Software Essential Package AM.CO.ZA FABRICAM Essential is sheet-metal CAM software designed to simplify the preparation of jobs for CNC production. Operators can import DXF/DWG drawings, arrange components using nesting tools, optimise material usage, and generate accurate cutting, bending and punching paths. R 10 110.80 R 10 999.00
X-FABRICAM/PRO KB FABRICAM Sheet Metal Fabrication CAM Software Professional Package AM.CO.ZA FABRICAM Professional is advanced CAM software designed to streamline sheet-metal fabrication from design through to production. It helps operators create accurate layouts, generate CNC-ready cutting code and organise parts for efficient manufacturing. R 13 781.60 R 16 098.00
X-FABRICAM/ULTIMATE KB FABRICAM Sheet Metal Fabrication CAM Software ULTIMATE Package, All Modules Add-On FABRICAM Ultimate is a complete CAM software package designed to simplify and accelerate sheet-metal fabrication. It helps fabricators prepare complex parts for CNC production using efficient nesting, advanced toolpath creation, bend simulation and visual workflow tools that improve accuracy and reduce material waste. R 13 790.80 R 21 296.00
X-FABRICAM/LITE/C KB FABRICAM Sheet Metal Fabrication CAM Software Essential Package, Cost Module Add-On FABRICAM Essential CAM Software with Cost Module FABRICAM Essential is a computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software package designed to help sheet-metal fabrication businesses prepare and manage cutting work. It provides the essential software foundation needed to turn fabrication requirements into organised production jobs for compatible cutting equipment. R 12 401.60 R 13 598.00
X-FABRICAM/LITE/H KB FABRICAM Sheet Metal Fabrication CAM Software Essential Package, HVAC Module Add-On AM.CO.ZA FABRICAM Essential with HVAC Module is specialised CAM software for businesses manufacturing sheet-metal products and HVAC ducting. It helps users design and prepare common HVAC shapes, fittings and duct components for accurate cutting and fabrication. R 12 401.60 R 13 598.00
X-FABRICAM/PRO/C KB FABRICAM Sheet Metal Fabrication CAM Software Professional Package, Cost Module Add-On FABRICAM Professional with Cost Module Add-On is a comprehensive CAM software package for businesses involved in sheet-metal cutting and fabrication. It helps users prepare production-ready cutting jobs, organise component layouts and improve material utilisation. R 11 490.80 R 18 697.00
X-FABRICAM/PRO/H KB FABRICAM Sheet Metal Fabrication CAM Software Professional Package, HVAC Module Add-On FABRICAM Professional with HVAC Module is an advanced CAM software package for sheet-metal fabricators and HVAC manufacturers. It helps users create accurate sheet-metal components and HVAC shapes, prepare designs for production, and generate CNC-ready cutting instructions. R 11 490.80 R 18 697.00
X-FABRICAM/P KB Fabricam PRO Module, Upgrade from Essential to Professional Package with Nesting Upgrade your existing FABRICAM Essential software to the Professional Package with X-FABRICAM/P . Designed for sheet-metal fabrication businesses, this upgrade adds professional nesting capabilities to help arrange parts efficiently on metal sheets before CNC cutting. R 4 600.00 R 5 400.00
X-FABRICAM/COST KB Fabricam Cost Module Add-On for Cutting Cost Estimation The FABRICAM Cost Module Add-On helps sheet-metal fabrication businesses estimate the cost of CNC cutting jobs quickly and consistently. Designed for use with compatible FABRICAM software, it converts production information into practical costing data, accounting for material usage, cutting time, labour and operating overheads. R 2 300.00 R 2 800.00
X-FABRICAM/HVAC KB Fabricam HVAC Module Add-On for HVAC Shape Building FABRICAM HVAC Module Add-On The FABRICAM HVAC Module Add-On extends FABRICAM sheet-metal software with specialised tools for designing HVAC components. It helps ventilation, ducting and sheet-metal professionals quickly create custom shapes from flat sheet material. R 2 300.00 R 2 800.00
X-FABRICAM/TUBE KB Fabricam Tube Cutting Module Add-On for Round Tube/Pipe Cutting on CNC Plasma Cutter with Rotary The AM.CO.ZA FABRICAM TUBE Module is a specialised software add-on for businesses cutting round tube and pipe with a CNC plasma cutter fitted with a rotary system. It helps operators prepare tube-cutting jobs more efficiently, turning designs into practical cutting instructions for compatible machinery. R 41 400.00 R 49 000.00
X-FABRICAM KB FABRICAM Software USB Dongle, Blue Small Dongle AM.CO.ZA FABRICAM Foundation Core is the base software licence for the FABRICAM sheet-metal fabrication CAM system. Supplied with a USB activation dongle, it provides secure access to the software used for preparing designs and production data for compatible CNC metal-cutting machinery. R 10 120.00 R 13 000.00
X-FABRICAM/EXCHANGE KB Exchange Damaged FABRICAM USB Dongle to a New One (Damaged Dongle Must Be Returned) FABRICAM USB Dongle Exchange Restore access to your FABRICAM software by exchanging a damaged USB activation dongle for a new replacement. This product is intended for existing FABRICAM users whose original blue USB dongle has been physically damaged or is no longer functioning correctly. R 3 448.85 —

RIP software for printers

RIP (raster image processor) software prepares artwork for printing: layout, nesting, colour management and white or varnish channels on DTF, UV and large-format printers. InkRIP is AM.CO.ZA's own RIP with a lifetime activation code; FlexiPRINT is SAi's cloud edition; MainTop and UltraPrint are licensed on USB dongles. The live category page is buythis.co.za/rip-software.

SKU Product What it does Sales price incl. VAT Regular price incl. VAT
S-INKRIP KB AM.CO.ZA InkRIP Easy RIP Software Latest Version Activation Code, Lifetime Free Upgrade (with 2 Manual Deactivation Permitted) InkRIP Easy RIP Software is designed to prepare digital artwork for professional printing. It allows users to import, resize, arrange and nest designs, manage colour and white-ink settings, and convert artwork into print-ready files for compatible DTF, UV and large-format printing systems. R 1 380.00 R 1 600.00
AC-FLEXIPRINT KB SAi FlexiPRINT DX 22 AM.CO.ZA Cloud Edition Activation Code (1+2 Printhead, No White) min Win10+ CPU:i5+ Mem:16G+ SSD SAi FlexiPRINT DX AM.CO.ZA Cloud Edition is professional RIP software designed to prepare, manage and output high-quality print jobs on compatible AM.CO.ZA large-format printers. It provides an efficient workflow for arranging artwork, controlling colour output and processing designs for production. R 7 544.00 R 9 500.00
AC-FLEXIPRINT/D KB SAi FlexiPRINT RTUV 22 AM.CO.ZA Cloud Edition Activation Code (2+ Printheads, Support White/Varnish Channel) min Win10+ CPU:i5+ Mem:16G+ SSD SAi FlexiPRINT UV AM.CO.ZA Cloud Edition is professional RIP software for businesses operating UV printers with two or more printheads. It prepares digital artwork for accurate, production-ready printing while supporting CMYK, white ink and varnish channels—ideal for creating layered prints, spot-white effects and premium gloss finishes. R 14 720.00 R 17 000.00
S-MAINTOP KB MainTOP Version 5.3 RIP Software Dongle (Support Windows XP and Windows 7 x86 Only) Big Red Colour Dongle MainTop RIP Software Version 5.3 is a professional print-processing solution for large-format printing businesses. It includes MainTop DTP and PSIII software, providing practical tools for preparing layouts, processing graphics, managing colours and producing high-quality printed output. R 3 680.00 R 4 600.00
S-ULTRAPRINT KB UltraPrint RIP Software and Device USB Dongle (Orange Colour) UltraPrint RIP Software is a practical solution for businesses that need to prepare digital artwork for production on compatible printing devices. The software processes design and image files into print-ready data, helping operators manage output efficiently within a professional digital-printing workflow. R 11 040.00 R 14 000.00
S-ULTRAPRINT/L KB UltraPrint Lite RIP Software and Device USB Dongle (Dark Green Colour) UltraPrint Lite is a RIP software solution designed to help photographers, graphic designers and printing professionals prepare digital artwork for high-quality print production. It provides a user-friendly workflow for processing images and producing prints with excellent clarity, detail and colour accuracy. R 9 108.00 R 13 000.00

Vinyl cutting software

Software that designs lettering and graphics and sends them to a vinyl, flatbed or label cutter. VinylCut is AM.CO.ZA's own easy cutting program; FlexiSTARTER and SignMaster are sign-making suites; CutTool is a plugin that cuts straight from CorelDRAW, Illustrator or AutoCAD. The live category page is buythis.co.za/vinyl-software.

SKU Product What it does Sales price incl. VAT Regular price incl. VAT
S-VINYLCUT KB VinylCut Vinyl Cutting Software with Vectorizer, Activation Code for Version 5.x VinylCut is an easy-to-use design and vinyl-cutting software package for hobbyists, sign-makers and small businesses. It lets you create or import artwork, convert images into cut-ready vector designs, add text and shapes, and send the finished job to a compatible vinyl cutter. R 524.40 R 620.00
AC-FLEXI KB SAi FlexiSTARTER 22 Cloud Edition Activation Code, Support All AM.CO.ZA Vinyl Cutters. min Win10+ CPU:i5+ Mem:16G+ SSD SAi FlexiSTARTER 22 Cloud Edition (SKU AC-FLEXI) is professional sign-making software for designing and preparing graphics for vinyl cutting. Supplied as an activation code, it gives Windows users access to FlexiSIGN tools for creating lettering, logos, decals, labels, vehicle graphics and other cut-vinyl projects. R 1 656.00 R 2 100.00
S-SIGNMASTER KB SignMaster CUT+ARMS Print & Cut Vinyl Cutting Software Activation Code (No Training Included) SignMaster CUT+ARMS is sign-design and vinyl-cutting software created for businesses, sign makers and creative hobbyists. It enables users to prepare professional graphics, lettering, decals, labels and signage, then send designs to a compatible vinyl cutter. R 598.00 R 720.00
S-CUTTOOL/BLADE KB CutTool CorelDRAW/Adobe Illustrator/AutoCAD Plugin for Single/Dual Blade Cutter (HPGL/DMPL Based Vinyl Cutters, Flatbed Cutters. Windows Only) CutTool is a Windows-based software plugin that connects CorelDRAW, Adobe Illustrator or AutoCAD directly to compatible single- and dual-blade cutting machines. Designed for HPGL/DMPL vinyl cutters and flatbed cutters, it lets you send artwork from your preferred design program to the cutter without unnecessary file transfers or complicated workflow steps. R 671.60 R 810.00
S-CUTTOOL/LABEL KB CutTool CorelDRAW/Adobe Illustrator Plugin for Continuous Sheet Feeding Label Cutting Machines (Windows Only) CutTool is a Windows-based plugin designed to connect CorelDRAW or Adobe Illustrator with continuous sheet-feeding label cutting machines. It enables users to prepare and send label-cutting jobs directly from familiar design software, creating a smoother workflow from artwork to finished labels. R 2 024.00 R 2 600.00

Design software (CorelDRAW)

CorelDRAW is the design program most AM.CO.ZA plugins (RouterCAM, CutTool and others) run inside. The AM.CO.ZA editions are one-time-purchase activation codes with no subscription.

SKU Product What it does Sales price incl. VAT Regular price incl. VAT
S-CORELDRAW/ESS KB CorelDRAW Essentials 2021 AM.CO.ZA Edition Activation Code (One-Time Purchase, Not Latest Version, Very Limited Functions (Try S-CORELDRAW/SUITE), Windows Only, Support All AM.CO.ZA Plugins) CorelDRAW Essentials 2021 AM.CO.ZA Edition is Windows-only design software for creating basic graphics, illustrations, page layouts and artwork for signage, printing and other creative projects. Supplied as a one-time-purchase activation code, it avoids recurring subscription fees and supports AM.CO.ZA plugins for compatible production workflows. R 2 392.00 R 3 100.00
S-CORELDRAW/SUITE KB CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019 AM.CO.ZA Edition Activation Code (One-Time Purchase, Not Latest Version, Windows Only, Support All AM.CO.ZA Plugins) Create professional logos, signage, illustrations, page layouts and production-ready artwork with CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2019. This Windows-only software package provides versatile graphic-design tools for preparing accurate vector artwork for printing, cutting and other creative applications. R 3 404.00 R 4 400.00

Prices are current Buythis prices including VAT from the product dump dated 2026-10-20; the regular price is shown where it is higher than the sales price. Software is delivered as an activation code or, for MainTop, UltraPrint and FabriCAM, on a USB dongle. Check the product page before ordering, since prices change.

RouterCAM at a glance

RouterCAM is AM.CO.ZA's own CNC CAM plugin. From its product highlights:

How to choose

  1. CNC router or engraver: RouterCAM if you already design in CorelDRAW; JDPaint for relief and detailed engraving work; UCANCAM for a standalone sign-making CAD/CAM program.
  2. CNC plasma or sheet metal profile cutting: FabriCAM. Start with the Essential package, choose Professional for automatic nesting (or upgrade later with X-FABRICAM/P), add the cost module for quoting, the HVAC module for duct shapes and the tube module for pipe cutting with a rotary. ULTIMATE includes all modules.
  3. DTF, UV or large-format printer: InkRIP for a simple lifetime licence with white and spot-colour control; FlexiPRINT DX for printers with one or two printheads and no white; FlexiPRINT UV (AC-FLEXIPRINT/D) for UV printers with two or more printheads, white and varnish. MainTop and UltraPrint suit printers that already run those RIPs.
  4. Vinyl cutter: VinylCut is the easy, low-cost option and works with AM.CO.ZA V-Series, V-Smart, V-Auto and Vinyl4 cutters; FlexiSTARTER is the professional sign-making suite; SignMaster adds print-and-cut contour cutting with registration marks; CutTool cuts directly from CorelDRAW, Illustrator or AutoCAD, with a separate edition for label cutters.
  5. Design: CorelDRAW Essentials is the cheaper starting point; CorelDRAW Graphics Suite is the full program. Both AM.CO.ZA editions support AM.CO.ZA plugins.

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