SolidWorks Needs To Do A Better Job At Exporting

[TorsionalStress]

using SolidWorks 2006 SP4.0;

It’s already frustrating that SolidWorks doesn’t export drawings to multiple supporting CAD systems. But when it does offer an export option and it doesn’t work well, it becomes even more frustrating.

Is there a way to set-up SolidWorks to save drawing files to DWG without having to do extra work in the AutoCAD environment?

Drawings don’t appear as they should, this feature worked well in previous versions.

Any response will be greatly appreciated!

 

[SBaugh]

What are you setting your options up for?

In my opinion why export it out... keep them in SW that is the best way to work anyway.

Regards,

Scott Baugh, CSWP

http://www.scottjbaugh.com

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[smcadman]

[sarcastic] Yeah yeah, SW sucks [/sarcastic], but specifically what kind of problems are you having? No problems here.

Flores
SW06 SP4.1

 

[ctopher]

I could never see why anyone would find a need to export from SW to ACAD. Waste of time and recources IMO.
If you need better exporting, turn in an Enhancement Request.

Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks 06 4.1/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 06-21-05)

 

[Heckler]

Stop and start using SWx to its fullest potential. If you lack knowledge get some training. Then [flush] AutoCAD or forever believe AutoDesk's propaganda that you can't create a good drawing outside of AutoCAD.

 

[cadnutcase]

What about when your clients who are ten years past the times require you to issue drawings in DWG format.

 

[ctopher]

Then, in a SW drawing, save as .dwg.

Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks 06 4.1/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 06-21-05)

 

[Theophilus]

I have a client who is a toolmaker who requests DWG format for placing KO pins, etc. within ACAD. He sends me the updated DWG file and I then modify the core & cavity pieces. Some folks aren't yet proficient with SolidWorks, and stick with what they excel with.

Jeff Mowry

http://www.industrialdesignhaus.com

Reason trumps all. And awe trumps reason.

 

[TorsionalStress]

The Reason: My client uses Catia and it’s too bad that software companies can’t find a common ground for having exported models link & reference exported drawings.

The Problem: Converted items shift & appear in different color.

Any response will be greatly appreciated!

 

[m1mason]

I don't think we fully understand the exact issue. Granted, you will loose some colors and properties. Translation has never been easy. it a nightmare!

I use both CATIA V5 and SWX. maybe you can upload a file and I will see if we can address the issue.

 

[SBaugh]

You need to try and use a Map file when you export your DWG files. This will give you the correct colors and layers as needed if made correctly.

Regards,

Scott Baugh, CSWP

http://www.scottjbaugh.com

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[TorsionalStress]

A “MAP” file is setup, it’s bizarre, sometimes exporting works fine & sometimes it doesn’t.

I think it’s a bug in the software!

Any response will be greatly appreciated!

 

[SBaugh]

If you think its a bug, call your VAR and make a SW RX and send that to them to determine if it's a bug. I have seen some bugs with exporting to DWG using a MAP file. Most have been fixed with later SP's. You might be experiencing something new. There is not much we can really do in the way of helping you with a bug... that is why you must inform your VAR and have them look into this issue further... it won't get fixed if it's not turned in.

Regards,

Scott Baugh, CSWP

http://www.scottjbaugh.com

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[rocheey]

I would have occasional trouble if the dimension was at non-orthagonal angles (say, from an ISO view).

It wasnt so much of a bug (cause swx would read it back in fine) but more a difference of opinion (swx vs acad) as to where the default text placement should be in those situations.

Importing the dwg as a block, right into paperspace, would work around this problem.