The ability to Export 2D Drawings is critical to providing vendors and suppliers with Pro/ENGINEER Drawings when they don't use Pro/E. Exporting is the process of translating the Pro/E file into a format that a receiving CAD application can understand. While an exported CAD file does not typically retain the intelligence created in the original model, we will show you ways to ensure you send over the best file possible. Export file formats in this training include:
Importing is the process of opening a non-native file into the Pro/ENGINEER environment. These files can be Drawings, Parts, and even Assemblies. While the imported model may not have the parametric intelligence of a Pro/E built model, you can leverage the geometry for comparison or reconstruction purposes. Importing 2D Drawings is a fairly simple process, but there are some considerations to keep in mind during the import. Additionally, this training demonstrates how to Import 3D IGES Geometry and begin to build a new model from the existing edges and curves.