PLT Import for SolidWorks is a HPGL Plot (.plt) file import add-in for SolidWorks®. This add-in gives SolidWorks the ability to import geometric data from PLT files.

PLT Import for SolidWorks reads pen movement data stored PLT files and imports it into SolidWorks. A HPGL PLT file is comprised of a set of instructions related to pen movements of HPGL plotters. PLT Import for SolidWorks reads these pen movement instructions and creates curve objects in a SolidWorks document. The curves can me created as a 3D Sketch in a part or assembly document or a 2D Sketch in a drawing document.

PLT 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 "PLTImport".


Pricing

PLT Import for SolidWorks is priced at 195 EUR only. This is the price of a single user license. For your bulk-licensing needs please contact us.


Installation & Usage

Since PLT 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 PLT 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 "PLTImport" submenu to run these new commands. Truly, Software made simple!

The 'PLTImport' submenu consists of the following commands:

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

PLT 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 PLT File Format

HPGL is the Hewlett-Packard Graphics Language designed for specifying 2D graphical information for the HP range of plotters. It was not intended as an interchange format but some software suppliers use it as such. HPGL is a command set embedded in the ROM of pen plotters to help reduce the work required by applications programmers to create plotted output. HPGL uses two-letter mnemonics as instructions for drawing lines, circles, text, and simple symbols. HPGL is the primary printer control language used by Hewlett-Packard plotters. It later became a standard for almost all plotters.

Download & Purchase

Please download a fully functional trial of PLT Import for SolidWorks by clicking on the "Download" link below. We are confident that during the trial period (10 days or runs, whichever is earlier) you will find PLT Import for SolidWorks extremely useful. Later when you decide to buy the software please return to this page and click the "Buy" link to place your order. In the order process you will be asked to enter the Lock that appears in the product registration dialog box (which appears when you run any of the "PLTImport" 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.

Note: Downloading this software indicates your acceptance to the SYCODE Software License Agreement.

Download PLT Import for SolidWorks (1.4 MB)

Buy PLT Import for SolidWorks (195 EUR)


Customization

If you want PLT 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.