CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks is a CATIA V4 file import add-in for SolidWorks. This add-in gives SolidWorks the ability to import 3D data from CATIA V4 part and assembly files.

CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks creates true 3D solids in SolidWorks which can then be edited using SolidWorks’ solid modeling tools just like any other 3D solid. This add-in does not need CATIA V4 to be installed on the computer or on the network.

CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks is powered by the widely used 3D InterOp technology from Spatial. 3D InterOp is the industry standard for proprietary CAD file format data exchange and is used in almost all the major CAD systems. Besides data exchange 3D InterOp also offers powerful repairing and healing features which are extensively used in CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks. Repairing involves checking the file for corrupted data and fixing the invalid data. Healing corrects the differences in precision. CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks also creates a detailed log file which is extremely useful in identifying data translation problems and aids in locating and fixing errors.

CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks can import CATIA V4 .model, .exp and .session files from CATIA version 4.1.9 to CATIA 4.2.4.

CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks is very easy to use as it adds new commands to SolidWorks. It also adds a submenu to the SolidWorks menu called "CATIAV4Import".

CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks is designed to work with the following versions of SolidWorks:

• SolidWorks 2013 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• SolidWorks 2012 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• SolidWorks 2011 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• SolidWorks 2010 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• SolidWorks 2009 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• SolidWorks 2008 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  

System Requirements

Below is the hardware, software and operating system requirements for SolidWorks add-ins running on the Microsoft Windows platform. 

• SolidWorks (32 Bit and 64 Bit): 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013
  
  
• Operating System (32 Bit and 64 Bit): Windows XP SP2 or later, Windows Vista and Windows 7
  
  
• RAM: 1 GB (Recommended 2 GB)
  
  

Download & Purchase

Please download a fully functional trial of CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks by clicking on the "Download Now" button below. To start using the software, you need a license key. A license key can be of two types: Trial or Permanent. A trial key is issued to you on the purchase of '7 day license' so that you may try the software before you purchase a permanent key. A permanent key is issued after you have purchased a license. We are confident that during the trial period (7 days with unlimited runs) you will find CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks extremely useful. Later when you decide to buy the software please return to this page and click the "Buy with/without Subscription" button to place your order. Upon verifying the order you will recieve an e-mail with instructions on how to obtain your permanent key. We will create and send you your Key by e-mail within one business day. To avoid disruption in your workflow we urge you to place your order before the trial period ends.

		14.54 MB
		$29.99
		$1,245
		$995

 

IMPORTANT! Purchasing a Subscription is highly recommended since it the most cost effective way of keeping your software up to date. Moreover, Subscription entitles you to get a second free perpetual license for your laptop, among many other benefits. For details please read the SYCODE License and Subscription Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).

Our licenses are single computer licenses and are locked to each computer they are installed on. Basically, the license key is specific to the computer's Host ID (the MAC address of the computer), and will not work on another computer. The installer picks up the physical MAC address of the network card connected to the computer which is basically “Ethernet adapter Network Connect Adapter”. So unless you change your network card, the key will always work even if you reinstall your operating system. If your internal network is periodically assigning a different Host ID to your computer, then please find a solution for this with your IT department.

Note: Downloading this software indicates your acceptance to the SYCODE Software License Agreement. The price mentioned above is for a single user license. For your bulk-licensing needs please contact us.

Installation & Usage

Since CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks is an add-in for SolidWorks, it must be loaded into the SolidWorks environment before it can be used. Please follow the simple instructions in the CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks ReadMe document which is copied into the installation folder. After you have loaded the add-in file into SolidWorks, Simply click on the menu items in the "CATIAV4Import" submenu to run these new commands. Truly, software made simple!

The 'CATIAV4Import' submenu consists of the following commands:

• Import - Import a CATIA V4 file
  
  
• Help - Display the CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks help file
  
  
• Register - Register your copy of CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks
  
  
• About - Display the CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks About box

CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks comes with detailed documentation for each command as well as a  tutorial to get you started in the shortest possible time.

CATIA (Computer Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application) is a multi-platform CAD/CAM/CAE commercial software suite developed by the French company Dassault Systemes. CATIA is the cornerstone of the Dassault Systemes product lifecycle management software suite. Although later versions of CATIA V4 implemented NURBS, V4 principally used piecewise polynomial surfaces. CATIA V4 uses a non-manifold solid engine.

Customization

If you want CATIA V4 Import for SolidWorks to work in a different way to suit your workflow, do let us know. We will customize the add-in to suit your needs.