Autodesk Inventor

From first sketch to manufacturable product.

Inventor pairs parametric modeling with assembly, simulation, and documentation in one environment, so your design intent carries from concept to the shop floor.

Parametric, direct, and rules-based modeling
Large-assembly performance and design automation
Sheet metal, frame, weldment, tube & pipe, cable & harness
Built-in stress analysis and motion simulation

What you get with Inventor

Design automation with iLogic

Capture rules with iLogic to reconfigure designs in minutes, not days, and extend Inventor through its API and Autodesk Platform Services.

Specialized environments

Dedicated tools for sheet metal, frame generator, weldments, tube & pipe, and cable & harness.

Simulation built in

Validate with stress analysis and dynamic motion simulation: forces, torques, and motion over time.

AnyCAD interoperability

Open and reference designs from other CAD systems directly, with no translation needed.

Model-Based Definition

Embed 3D dimensions, annotations, and tolerances in the model for downstream manufacturing.

Autodesk Assistant (AI)

In-context AI support that answers questions and helps automate tasks without leaving Inventor.

Key capabilities

Parametric & rules-based modeling: Parameters and constraints capture design intent, and iLogic automates repetitive configurations and whole product variants.
Assembly design at scale: Manage large assemblies with joints and contact solving, plus Content Center libraries of standard parts (beams, bolts, gears, springs).
Simulate before you build: Stress analysis and dynamic motion simulation validate designs and cut costly physical prototypes.
Production-ready documentation: Associative drawings, BOMs, and Model-Based Definition that embeds tolerances in the 3D model.

Is Inventor right for your team?

Best for	3D mechanical product design, large assemblies, and engineering documentation
Platform	Windows desktop
Specialized tools	Sheet metal, frame generator, weldments, tube & pipe, cable & harness, presentations
Simulation	Stress analysis (FEA) and dynamic motion simulation built in
Automation	iLogic rules, Inventor API, and Autodesk Platform Services
Interoperability	AnyCAD (open non-native CAD), DWG, STEP, and native Revit/BIM workflows
Licensing	Annual or multi-year subscription, included in the Product Design & Manufacturing Collection
From DSI	Deployment help, certified training, and local technical support included

A subscription is just the start

Buy Inventor through DSI, an Autodesk Platinum Partner. Get deployment help, certified training, and support from specialists who use the software every day.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Autodesk Inventor used for?

Inventor is parametric 3D CAD for mechanical product design, large assemblies, simulation, and manufacturing documentation. It is widely used in automotive, aerospace, machinery, and industrial equipment.

Inventor or Fusion: which should I use?

Inventor is the desktop parametric tool built for large assemblies and professional mechanical engineering. Fusion adds cloud CAD, CAM, and CAE in one app. Many teams use both, and DSI can help you decide.

What are the system requirements?

Inventor runs on Windows. Large assemblies and simulation benefit from more RAM and a dedicated GPU, so DSI can confirm the right workstation spec for your work.

Is Inventor sold on its own?

Inventor is available as a standalone subscription, and it is also included in the Product Design & Manufacturing Collection alongside AutoCAD and Fusion.

Does DSI provide training and support?

Yes. DSI is an Autodesk Platinum Partner offering certified training, deployment help, and local technical support.

Get in touch with our team today!

Talk to a DSI specialist about Inventor licensing, bundles, and training built around how your team works.