CATIA V5 Import for SolidWorks is a CATIA V5 file import add-in for SolidWorks. This add-in gives SolidWorks the ability to import 3D data from CATIA V5 part and assembly files.

CATIA V5 Import for SolidWorks creates true 3D solids in SolidWorks which can then be edited using SolidWorks’s solid modeling tools just like any other 3D solid. This add-in does not need CATIA V5 to be installed on the computer or on the network.

CATIA V5 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 V5 Import for SolidWorks. Repairing involves checking the file for corrupted data and fixing the invalid data. Healing corrects the differences in precision. CATIA V5 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 V5 Import for SolidWorks can import CATIA V5 .CATPart and .CATProduct files from CATIA V5 R2 to CATIA V5 R19. It uses authentic libraries from Dassault Systems to read CATIA V5 files.

CATIA V5 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 "CATIAV5Import".

CATIA V5 Import for SolidWorks is designed to work with the following versions of SolidWorks:

• SolidWorks 2010 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• SolidWorks 2009 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• SolidWorks 2008 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• SolidWorks 2007
  
  
• SolidWorks 2006
  
  
• SolidWorks 2005
  
  
• SolidWorks 2004
  
  
• SolidWorks 2003
  
  
• SolidWorks 2001 Plus
  
  
• SolidWorks 2001
  
  
• SolidWorks 2000

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): 2000, 2001, 2001 Plus, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010
  
  
• 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 V5 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 instantly and completely free of cost so that you may try the software before you purchase a license. A permanent key is issued after you have purchased a license. We are confident that during the trial period (10 days or runs, whichever is earlier) you will find CATIA V5 Import for SolidWorks extremely useful. Later when you decide to buy the software please return to this page and click the "Buy Now" button to place your order. In the order process you will be asked to enter your Host ID that appears in the "SYCODE License Server" dialog box (which appears when you run any of the "CATIAV5Import" commands). 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.

		85.35 MB
		$1,995
		$1,495

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).

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 V5 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 V5 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 "CATIA V5Import" submenu to run these new commands. Truly, software made simple!

The 'CATIAV5Import' submenu consists of the following commands:

• Import - Import a CATIA V5 file
  
  
• Help - Display the CATIA V5 Import for SolidWorks help file
  
  
• Register - Register your copy of CATIA V5 Import for SolidWorks
  
  
• About - Display the CATIA V5 Import for SolidWorks About box

CATIA V5 Import for SolidWorks comes with detailed documentation for each command as well as a  tutorial to get you started in the shortest possible time. There is also an online version of the help file which you can view by clicking the link below.

Online Help

The CATIA V5 File Format

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. CATIA V5 features a parametric solid/surface-based package which uses NURBS as the core surface representation and has several workbenches that provide KBE support. V5 can work with other applications, including Enovia, Smarteam, and various CAE Analysis applications.

Customization

If you want CATIA V5 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.