Dxf Problems
Dxf Problems
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when i import a dxf into solidworks and use it to make a part, the sketch is miles from the origin, how can i move the sketch so its attached to the origin, ive tried useing the move button but cant seem to get it right.






RE: Dxf Problems
While in AutoCAD.....
I first type 'BASE' in the AutoCAD command line and make sure it is set to 0,0,0. Then I create a point at 0,0,0. Then I move my data in AutoCAD to orient it to the zero point, the way I want. I leave the zero point in the file to help with orientation in SolidWorks.
I then import that data into SolidWorks. Most times the zero point in the dxf/dwg will come in right on the SolidWorks origin. If not then it is a matter of using the sketch tools to re-position/re-orient.
It takes a bit of practice, but the sketch tools are pretty powerful in SolidWorks. It is easier to use them if you have some good reference points already created in your dxf/dwg's though....
Cheers,
Anna Wood
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Matt
CAD Engineer/ECN Analyst
Silicon Valley, CA
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Chris
SolidWorks 07 4.0/PDMWorks 07
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 04-21-07)
RE: Dxf Problems
I've had issues with this when their are arcs, but it's so long since I did it that way, I don't know.
Matt
CAD Engineer/ECN Analyst
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Co-moderator of Solidworks Yahoo! Group
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RE: Dxf Problems
The only time have had issues with the arcs, is moving a sketch in a part and the end point of the arc is somehow in the z-axis. Never had problems with arcs in a dwg.
Chris
SolidWorks 07 4.0/PDMWorks 07
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 04-21-07)
RE: Dxf Problems
Adding relations isn't always practical with imported sketches in a part. Let me tell you how much fun I've had with imported sketches! :) I developed the habit of using above method because it has been the most robust and predictable for me over the years. But, I agree the move function as described by Chris will generally work, especially in the more recent versions of SW.
Matt
CAD Engineer/ECN Analyst
Silicon Valley, CA
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Co-moderator of Solidworks Yahoo! Group
RE: Dxf Problems
- Many ACAD users cheat (i.e. the lengths and dims don't match)
- Many times what should be a straight line is not a straight line in ACAD
- The ACAD DXF/DWG does not necessarily capture the design intent
- Two lines in top of one another, or points in space (i.e. problematic geometry)
- Sketching in SWX is just so easy