
AstraPlant IFC Exporter
Win64, EnglishGeneral Usage Instructions
1. Launch the IFC Exporter Commands:
Open your Autodesk® AutoCAD® drawing (or Autodesk® AutoCAD® Plant 3D™ and Autodesk® AutoCAD® MEP drawing).
Access the IFC Exporter commands via the AutoCAD command line or potentially a dedicated ribbon/toolbar (if implemented). Key commands include:
- IFCExporterAutoEXPORT: For quick exports with default/saved settings.
- IFCExporterMANUALEXPORT: For exports requiring specific, on-the-fly configuration.
- IFCExporterProject: For exporting multiple files or project structures.
- IFCExporterUNITS: To pre-configure or check unit settings for export.
- IFCExporterSETTINGS: To adjust general export parameters and save default configurations.
2. Configure Export Settings (Optional but Recommended):
- Use the IFCExporterSETTINGS command to access the Settings window. Define default parameters like the target IFC schema (IFC2x3, IFC4, IFC2x2), export configurations, etc.
- Use the IFCExporterUNITS command to precisely define the measurement units for your exported IFC file, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
3. Initiate IFC Export:
- Choose your desired export command (IFCExporterAutoEXPORT, IFCExporterMANUALEXPORT, or IFCExporterProject).
- If using Manual or Project export, a dialog window (ManualExportView or UnitsView respectively) will appear, allowing you to confirm or adjust settings for the current export task.
- Follow the prompts in the dialog window to select objects (if applicable) and finalize export parameters.
4. Save the IFC File:
- Once the export process is configured, you will typically be prompted to specify a file name and location to save the resulting .ifc file.
- Click "Save" or "Export" to generate the IFC file.
5. Utilize the Exported IFC:
- The generated IFC file can now be imported into other BIM authoring tools or platforms that support the chosen IFC schema (IFC2x3, IFC4, or IFC2x2).
- Share the IFC file with collaborators for coordination, review, or integration into larger BIM projects.
Commands
Ribbon/Toolbar Icon | Command | Command Description |
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IFCExporterAutoEXPORT |
For quick exports with default/saved settings. |
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IFCExporterMANUALEXPORT |
For exports requiring specific, on-the-fly configuration. |
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IFCExporterProject |
For exporting multiple files or project structures. Work with Plant 3D |
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IFCExporterSETTINGS |
To adjust general export parameters and save default configurations. |
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IFCExporterUNITS |
To pre-configure or check unit settings for export. |
Installation/Uninstallation
The installer that ran when you downloaded this app/plugin from the Autodesk App Store will start installing the app/plugin. Or, simply double-click the downloaded installer to install the app/plugin. You may need to restart the Autodesk product to activate the app/plugin. To uninstall this plugin, exit the Autodesk product if you are currently running it, simply rerun the installer, and select the "Uninstall" button. Or, click Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features (Windows 10/11) and uninstall as you would any other application from your system.
Additional Information
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Contact
Author/Company Information
Support Information
Please contact me via email: support@astraplant.com.
Version History
Version Number | Version Description |
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1.0.0 |
Initial release |