Can I create a isometric model to use in AutoCAD or Autoplant?
Yes there are 3 possible DXF formats which can be exported from Autopipe. DXF file export in either 3D or 2D format and import to Autocad R14 or later. • TRUE 3D DXF model (File save as DXF/ Tools/Settings/DXF Drawing Border + include 3D model = yes ) • 3D LINE ISOMETRIC DXF model (File save as DXF/ Tools/Settings/DXF Drawing Border + include 3D model = no) • 2D DXF model (Set the view mode = line then select Print graphics As Autocad DXF) In the 3D formats a) & b) when the DXF file is first opened in Autocad the view is a plan view by default with the drawing sheet orientated to this plan view which is consistent with 3D CAD drawings. We recommend use the 2D DXF format for a ‘flat’ 2 1/2D Isometric view – unfortunately no drawing border but can be copy/pasted from standard CAD drawing. OR Create a drawing border in paper space to frame all the views you want on the 3D model. Dimensions and node numbers can be sized under tools/settings/DXF export drawing border e.g change text height
