IDF Files
You can import Intermediate Data Format (IDF) circuit board files (.emn, .brd,
.bdf, .idb)
and create solid models of the circuit boards and their components. The
model is a single part with the board and each component as extruded features.
Each IDF file has two parts: the board file and
the library file; for example, .emn
and .emp. Other possible combinations
include .brd/.lib,
.brd/.pro,
.bdf/.ldf,
and .idb/.idl.
The software looks for a library file with the same name and extension
corresponding to the board file. If it does not find the library file,
it prompts you to browse for the file. The name in the FeatureManager design tree of
each extruded feature is based on the component name. Components of the same type appear in the same
color. If the board thickness is not defined in the IDF
file, you are prompted to specify a value and units. |
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To import IDF files:
Click Open
or File, Open.
In the dialog box, set Files
of type to IDF (*.emn,*.brd,*.bdf,*.idb).
To select options, click Options, select from the
options, then click OK.
Select the
file to open, then click Open to import the file as a SolidWorks document.
A status bar displays the progress and the
number of components.
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