Can I import a CAD file into EcoStruxure Machine Expert Twin?
Yes you can. However, the CAD has to be prepared for import. How to prepare the CAD depends on the purpose of the CAD drawing as well as the associated format.
Can I import all kinds of CAD formats?
This depends on the objective of importing the CAD file. If you want to use the CAD file for layout of the model, you have to import it as a .dxf or .dwg file.
How do I import a CAD file into EcoStruxure Machine Expert Twin?
With only a few clicks you can import a prepared CAD file:
Which file formats can I import?
You can import different formats depending on the purpose of the file. If you need to use the CAD file for layout of your model, you should use a .dxf or .dwg format. However, if you want to use the file for graphics, you can use several formats:
- Microsoft DirectX (.x)
- COLLADA (.dae)
- Autodesk FBX (.fbx)
- Wavefront (.obj)
- Autodesk 3D Studio (.3ds)
- Autodesk 3D Studio Max ASCII (.ase)
- Blender (.blend)
- Stereolithography (.stl)
- LightWave (.lwo)
- AutoCAD DXF (.dxf)