Importing files from CAD systems

To import CAD files:

1. Open a new or existing part file. You must have a part open to import geometry.

2. Select Import from the File menu.

3. The Import function is not available unless you already have a part file open. A standard Browse dialog box for Windows appears. You can also set a few parameters in the Import Options dialog box such as replacing existing profiles with newly imported profiles with the same name. You can also set how fine to smooth the curves and to keep an IGES log file.

4. You can set the file type and directories you want to import from or simply browse until you locate the file you want to import.

FeatureCAM can import these formats. If the format has a “(3D)” following it, FeatureMILL3D or the Solid Import Module is required to import this format.