IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD is an IGES file import plug-in for AutoCAD®. IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD gives AutoCAD the ability to import geometric data from IGES files.

IGES is a neutral file format which is widely used to exchange 2D and 3D data between various CAD systems. IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD reads 2D and 3D geometry stored in IGES files and creates corresponding 2D and 3D objects in the active AutoCAD drawing.

IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD is very easy to use. Once installed, it automatically loads itself into AutoCAD and adds a new submenu called "IGES2DImport" to the AutoCAD menu.

IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD is designed to work with the following versions of AutoCAD:

• AutoCAD 2011 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• AutoCAD 2010 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• AutoCAD 2009 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• AutoCAD 2008 (32 & 64 Bit)
  
  
• AutoCAD 2007
  
  
• AutoCAD 2006
  
  
• AutoCAD 2005
  
  
• AutoCAD 2004
  
  
• AutoCAD 2002
  
  
• AutoCAD 2000i
  
  
• AutoCAD 2000

System Requirements

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

• AutoCAD (32 Bit and 64 Bit): 2000, 2000i, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
  
  
• 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 IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD 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 IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD 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 commands in the "IGES2DImport" submenu). 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.

		35.22 MB
		$245
		$195

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. This is the price of a single user license. For your bulk-licensing needs please contact us.

Installation & Usage

Since IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD is a plug-in for AutoCAD, it must be loaded into the AutoCAD environment before it can be used. Please follow the simple instructions in the IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD ReadMe document which is copied into the installation folder. If you accept the default values in the installer, IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD will be up and running within a minute. However, if you choose to modify the values (for example, install the software at a location other than the default) then you will have to take extra care to see that AutoCAD and the IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD plug-in are properly setup and recognize each other. For an easy and straight forward installation, simply run the installer and accept the default installation options.  After you have loaded the plug-in file into AutoCAD, simply click on the menu items in the "IGES2DImport" submenu to run these new commands. Truly, software made simple!

The 'IGES2DImport' menu consists of the following commands:

• IGES2DImport - Imports an IGES file
  
  
• IGES2DImportHelp - Displays the IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD help file
  
  
• IGES2DImportRegister - Registers your copy of IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD
  
  
• IGES2DImportAbout - Displays the IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD About box

The IGES2DImport submenu

IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD 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 IGES File Format

IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD Options

IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD enables you to import an IGES file as a 3D solid or a 2D drawing with color and layer information. When importing as a 3D solid model you can import the model as a set of 3D edge curves or a mesh which can be a polyface mesh, a set of 3D faces, a set of lines or a set of points.

Customization

If you want IGES 2D Import for AutoCAD to work in a different way to suit your workflow, do let us know. We will customize the plug-in to suit your specific needs.