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Export 2D DXF

Export 2D DXF

Export 2D DXF

(OP)
In 2016, what is the best method to export 2D geometry from a part file to a DXF file for machinists?

edit: using Siemens NX 10

RE: Export 2D DXF

For our machinists we export step format
I AM curious to know is there a specific
reason for export a dxf format

RE: Export 2D DXF

(OP)
It was requested. I guess they're using older tools?

RE: Export 2D DXF


Ah ! OK thank you

RE: Export 2D DXF

(OP)
Are you saying DXF is a depreciated file format?

RE: Export 2D DXF

DXF is not a deprecated file format. DXF is good for handling 2D planar geometry; it is used often when cutting a shape out of a sheet of material. I would not recommend it for transferring complex 3D surfaces.

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RE: Export 2D DXF

(OP)
In this case I am attempting to export a simple 2d sketch as a DXF file.

i've tried exporting it as curves, as a sketch, as cgm, as layout space, as model space, using revision 2000, using revision 2003, with splines, with out splines, running nx as administrator, re creating the entire sketch in a clean part file, i've even recited an appropriate amount of prayers to the siemens, microsoft and intel deities,

RE: Export 2D DXF

Exporting to DXF seems to work best when done from drafting. Switch to the drafting application, add a drawing sheet that will hold a full size view of your sketch, add a drafting view that shows your sketch in the proper orientation, then export the drawing to DXF.

www.nxjournaling.com

RE: Export 2D DXF

(OP)
:) Thank you Cowski, you are a legend!

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