Best File Format for 3-D Scanned Data

[toycept]

I'm to receive data from a service bureau from castings that they are 3-D scanning. I'd like to be
able to take that data and open the file in Solidworks and be able to convert it to a part file in order to
complete additional work on the part. Is there a preferred file format I should be requesting from the service
bureau that will import into Solidworks with little problem(s)? Thanks very much.

 

[ctopher]

What file types 'can' they export?
Ask for any on the list of the file types you see within SW. The .iges may work for you.

Chris
SolidWorks 11
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[toycept]

Thanks for the reply. I'm thinking about parasolid.... but thought I'd poll around if
anyone has any experience with this. Thanks again.

 

[JMirisola]

If they can do it, I'd say parasolid.

Jeff Mirisola
My Blog

 

[Updraft]

Parasolid should be your first choice if they can generate it. Iges might just get you a point cloud, now that would be fun.

- - -Updraft

 

[toycept]

Thanks very much for the follow up. Appreciate it.

 

[DrBwts]

I usually go with IGES or STL.