A multi-purpose 2D CAD system for technical drawings, designs, and isometric visualizations. A free version is available for download. http://www.vectorengineer.com/
A parametric drawing and calculating utility, for creating diagrams of variable geometry objects. Writes DXF files and copies to office applications. http://www.ransen.com/dexterpen/
Offers the general-purpose 2D CAD program A9CAD supporing industry standar DWG and DXF drawing formats, and the DWG/DXF translator A9Converter, both free. http://www.a9tech.com/