Exporting 3D Models

The Export 3D model function allows for exporting 3D models from a workspace / workdesk environment into the following formats:

Format

Extension

STEP 8

STP, STEP, STPZ

3MF

3MF

ACIS

SAB, SAT

IGES

IGS, IGES

JT 5

JT

Parasolid 6,7

X_T

PRC

PRC

Stereolitography

STL

Universal 3D

U3D

VRML

VRML

Wavefront OBJ

OBJ

Note:

Export to AP242 (default), AP214 and AP203 STEP file formats is supported. To change the export version go to Tools > Settings > Data exchange > Export > STEP file format.

Note:

The supported formats depend on your type of EPLAN Harness proD license. CAD Translator license is released when EPLAN Harness proD Library / EPLAN Harness proD Studio is closed.

  1. Make sure that the check box 3D exportable in the properties panel is activated for parts which you wish to export. Sub-parts do not have a check box because they are automatically exported with their parent parts. In addition, check boxes for object types are also located in the Tools > Settings > Data exchange > Export in the workspace / workdesk environment.

  2. Select the File > Export 3D model menu items.

    The Save as dialog is opened for you to browse to a suitable location, assign a name, and determine the file type.

  3. Click [Save].

    The export is carried out.

Note:

When exporting a 3D model with an image, the image is not exported.