CATIA V5 <> NX
The CATIA V5 Bi-directional NX Translator
The CATIA V5 to NX translator may be installed on a number of machines each accessing a central network-floating license.
The CATIA V5-NX Translator is a bi-directional direct database converter between the Dassault Systemes CATIA V5 Modelling Application and the NX file format, used by the Siemens NX Products.
It enables the user to convert all forms of 3D Mechanical Design Geometry and Assembly data, together with system defined attribute information, colour information, between these two systems. This product is designed for companies using CATIA V5 who have selected NX to be their main method of collaboration and communication between OEMs and their customers or suppliers.
It is also a major method of visualization and therefore companies using NX based solutions need to translate their CATIA V5 data into the NX format.
The translator can be invoked in either an interactive or batch mode with the command line interface allowing the conversion process to be integrated into any process oriented operation. Alternatively from Theorem R18 the conversion process may be operated by using the new Theorem Unified Interface.
Primary Product Features
Converts all types of geometry, wire frame, surfaces, trimmed surfaces (faces) and solid models.
Converts assembly structure between both systems.
Converts attribute data including colour and layer information.
Integrated with the CATIA V5 and NX installations.
The conversion process can be run Interactively, Batch Mode or using the new Unified Interface.
Command line interface allows process integration.
Data can be filtered by layer and entity type during processing. Geometry can be filtered and selectively processed.
Uses the CATIA V5 API and Siemens NX API to read and write data.
Primary Product Benefits?
Being a direct database converter all pre and post processing is eliminated, saving time.
Reduce costs due to processing time and increase overall conversion success levels by filtering input data and focusing the conversion to only those elements required.
Reduce costs and risks associated to accessing the wrong version of data by integrating the conversion process into a related business processes.
With over 20 years of industrial use Theorem translation products robustness and quality is well proven, reducing your business risk.
This document will focus specifically on guidance for the use of the Visualize 3D for CATIA V5 – NX product. For information regarding any of Theorem’s product ranges please contact sales@theorem.com
Getting Started
Installation
The installation is run from the .msi file download provided.
License Configuration
To run any product a valid license file is required.
