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VTK Export for SolidWorks - Visualization Toolkit VTK file export add-in for SolidWorks

VTK Export for SolidWorks is a Visualization Toolkit (.vtk) file export add-in for SolidWorks. This add-in gives SolidWorks the ability to export 3D solid data from a SolidWorks part and assembly document to mesh objects in a VTK file.

VTK Export for SolidWorks tessellates solid bodies in a SolidWorks part or assembly document into individual triangular meshes. These meshes are then exported to a VTK file as mesh objects. The level of tessellation can be controlled by adjusting the resolution slider in the VTK Export Options dialog box. A lower resolution will yield coarse meshes (lesser faces), whereas a higher resolution will result in finer meshes (more faces). You can also choose to weld vertices and have the Y Axis point upwards.

VTK Export for SolidWorks is very easy to use. Once installed, it automatically loads itself into SolidWorks and adds a new submenu called "VTKExport" to the SolidWorks menu.


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VTK Export for SolidWorksis 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

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

  • RAM: 1 GB (Recommended 2 GB)


Download & Purchase

Please download a fully functional trial of VTK Export 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 VTK Export 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 commands in the "VTKExport" 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.

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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 VTK Export 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 VTK Export 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 "VTKExport" submenu to run these new commands. Truly, software made simple!

The 'VTKExport' menu consists of the following commands:

  • Export - Exports a VTK file

  • Help - Displays the VTK Export for SolidWorks help file

  • Register - Registers your copy of VTK Export for SolidWorks

  • About - Displays the VTK Export for SolidWorks  About box


The VTK Export for SolidWorks submenu

VTK Export 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.


The VTK File Format

The Visualization ToolKit (VTK) is an open source, freely available software system for 3D computer graphics, image processing, and visualization used by thousands of researchers and developers around the world. VTK consists of a C++ class library, and several interpreted interface layers including Tcl/Tk, Java, and Python. The Toolkit stores geometric data in a file format known as VTK. Very few CAD applications have the ability to read and write VTK files.

Customization

If you want VTK Export 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 specific needs.

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