Alibre to DXF?

[tikka308]

I am missing something?!? I've made a part in Alibre and now want to save it as a DXF to import into SheetCAM.

When I choose file / export, I see lots of options (STP, IGS, STL) but not DXF! I must be missing something...

[tikka308]

I just found this on the Alibre forum - http://www.alibre.com/xpress/forum/v...&highlight=dxf

I've attached my model. Is this really "3d"? I've only drilled holes & two circles. It will definitely only require 2.5d for my mill movement. Shouldn't I be able to export this type of file into a 2.5d CAM (e.g. Sheetcam) and mill?

Thanks.

[dneisler]

What you do is create a Alibre drawing of the part, and then you can save/export is a DXF. You can only export "parts" as 3D files, and drawing 's can be exported as 2D files. Or at least that is how I see it.


Herb,
Thanks for the Height Gauge information.

[tjones]

Alibre only exports 2D dxf files. You must create a new drawing (empty template selection is easiest in this case.

When creating the drawing turn off all dimensions and hole callouts so all you get is plain features.

[tobyaxis]

While on this topic!!

Does Alibre create Text for engraving on a surface?????? I have not have a chance to look or experiment yet. Too busy trying to get good at the modeling basics. LOL, I have to find a way to create surfaces too. Maybe these are in the Alibre Tool website that you sent Tjones.

[tjones]

A person by the name of Alex Franke has an addon for Alibre to convert text for solid modeling. Very nice program and the price is great.

[tobyaxis]

A person by the name of Alex Franke has an addon for Alibre to convert text for solid modeling. Very nice program and the price is great.

Looks like I have a lot more to brush up on, LOL In time