CAD Files

Developed by SolidWorks, its eDrawings, a CAD software, uses the EASM extension. These files are based on the HOOPS format and contain 2D and 3D models easily shareable via the internet. It is a compressed XML-based format and is an assembly file similar to the DWF extension. These are the representative versions of the full […]

Developed by Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC), its PTC Creo Parametric, a program in the Creo Suite that creates CAD designs, uses the PRT extension. The software creates designs for manufacturing parts and assembly processes. The extension stores information about the output, such as its structure and a 3D render and can be combined with a […]

Developed by and for OpenSCAD, a free-to-use CAD modeling program uses the SCAD extension to store its output. The format stores a CAD render in a plain text format and syntax in OpenSCAD language. It is useful in rendering two-dimensional and three-dimensional designs and specifies its geometrical size and positioning.

Developed by CNC Software, its Mastercam, a group of CAD tools that helps in designing mechanical components, uses the NC file extension. Unless you are an engineer or specialize in creating machines, you won’t come across the format. The extension saves a 2D or 3D machine toolpath and can contain numerical directions about how to […]

Developed by Autodesk, its Navisworks, an architectural design reviewer and simulator program, uses the NWD file extension. These files are a snapshot of the NWF format and include source data files that enable users to view it on a standalone basis. The contents of the extension range from CAD models, animations, camera viewpoints to user […]

Developed by Autodesk, its AutoCAD uses the SHX extension to store a font or a shape compiled by it using the SHP or the PFB format. It allows users to create smaller blocks that they frequently use and then insert them in their future works. The program also lets the user define the location, scale, […]

IPT is a software product line from Autodesk Inventor that provides a flexible and comprehensive set of 3D mechanical design, tooling creation, and design communication. To design and build better products in less time, take advantage of the digital prototyping workflow. The feature makes IPT file format to be cost-effective. When separate files are used […]

SLDPRT file stands for the SOLIDworks PART file, with. sldprt being the file extension for an image file. These file formats are 3D image formats used by solid works CAD software. The software is used in creating 2D and 3D computer designs. Solid work software is a multipurpose CAD suite that enables design and engineering […]

Design or DGN files by Bentley Systems MicroStation are prevalent in the construction sector. They are used for architectural and engineering design works of highways, bridges as well as buildings. In the files, you will find styling information such as how to present and color your project. Since DGN files use the white color for […]

The IGS format is commonly known for storing two-dimensional, or three-dimensional IGES renders. The International Graphics Exchange Standard (IGES) is an ANSI-approved standard developed in 1979. These files are ASCII-based, and many CAD programs use it as their default format for saving and exporting vector data. An IGS file can contain wireframe models, circuit diagrams, […]