Iges File Translation

[sluggo]

For now we are running ACAD14 and need an IGES file translator/ viewer. Anyone know of any downloadable viewers etc. that might be used? If not please advise inexpensive options or viewing.

Thansk and God Bless
Mike

 

[cpfmarvin]

I'm a bit confused; do you need to open .iges files (maybe sent to you by some else)in ACAD14, or are you looking to have access to view variuos ACAD files (.dwg) without having to open them in ACAD14 (a viewer)?

Chris

 

[sluggo]

Thanks Chris;

We have ACAD14 and can view dwg and dxf files extensions with no problem. I cannot open and view iges files through acad and am looking for a way to do this. Many times these are sent to us from customers.

Thanks
mike

 

[SteveSmith]

Until recently you could purchase a tranlator from Autodesk but I didn't see it on the web site today. You might check with a local reseller. Steve Smith
Product Engineer
Staco Energy Products Co.

http://www.stacoenergy.com

 

[SteveSmith]

New Info: I found this on the AutoCAD web site:

Due to the complexity of Autodesk IGES Translator and its applications, this product is not currently sold on our Estore. Your local reseller is best equipped to answer your questions, so please contact your local reseller by clicking the Locate a Reseller link on the left side of your browser.

Regards, Steve Smith
Product Engineer
Staco Energy Products Co.

http://www.stacoenergy.com

 

[Eagle]

Try using 3D Actify program. Provides excellent viewing and measurement capabilities. They used to offer free 30 day use of program. Not sure if they still do...worth a try.

http://www.actify.com

Good Luck

 

[PeterH]

Try AutoVue software. Not only does it view IGES data but other formats such as DXF, Autocad, plus a host of other graphical images. Problem is when original software is updated with a new write feature, these viewers tend to be a step behind. I had used this many years ago and seemed like a good product.

 

[MadMango]

It depends on the 3D software you are using. Look here for the free eDrawings Publisher. It will work with most major 3D modelers.

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[Eltron]

Check out this link:

http://www.cadforum.cz/cadforum_en/default.asp?tab=4

You should be able to find something hiding there.

 

[steveh]

Search Google for ModelPress software. They have a free version that works well for most things.