Converting IGES Data¶

Use the IGES Converter and the procedure below to interactively convert IGES data to Vericut or STL model files.

Note: IGES data can also be converted via batch processing.

To convert IGES data to Vericut or STL model files:

Access the IGES Converter window: in Vericut select File tab > Convert dropdown menu > IGES.

You can also run this converter outside of Vericut via the "iges2v" command file located in the Vericut "commands" directory, under the directory representing your computer type.

Type the /path /filename in the text field, or use the Browse button and use the file selection window that displays to select the Input File containing the IGES data to convert.

Type the /path /filename in the text field, or use the Browse button and use the file selection window that displays to select the Output File to receive converted geometry.

Choose the Output File Type and Output Format Type in which to write the converted geometry.

If the Output File Type = Vericut, choose the Normal Direction in which surface normal vectors point, as viewed in the CAD system. If unknown choose INCONSISTENT

Choose the desired Surface Input Mode (ALL—all surfaces, BASE—base surfaces only, TRIMMED—trimmed surfaces only)

Enter the Tolerance allowed from the IGES surface for surface approximation.

Click Process.

Error and informational messages from the process are sent to the IGES Converter window message area, and to a log file named "iges2v.log" created in the working directory.

Tips:
The IGES Converter does not convert 2-D geometry data, since this data is useless in Vericut. Only 3-D surfaces and solids, and their supporting geometry are converted.

When expecting to use IGES data as solid models in Vericut, ensure that surface normal vectors point unidirectionally outwards in the CAD model prior to outputting the IGES data.