IGES to ZWCAD - 3-Step IGES Conversion To Any Format

Convert IGES to ZWCAD

IGES to ZWCAD Conversion

Our importer was built specifically for easy IGES to ZWCAD transfer in 3 simple steps:

  1. Download & Install:

    Import IGES files directly into ZWCAD drawings with Automesher Application - simply install the add-on and restart your CAD.

  2. Import IGES File:

    Execute the AmImportMesh command or click the Import Mesh button on the ribbon bar to open the import dialog and select your .iges file.

  3. Choose ZWCAD Entity Type:

    Select your preferred ZWCAD entity type (Polyface Mesh, 3D Solid, Subdivision Mesh, or Surface), then press Enter to complete the IGES file import into ZWCAD.

Having technical issues with IGES to ZWCAD conversion? Our troubleshooting guides fix IGES files conversion problems:

IGS Initial Graphics Exchange File

A file format widely used in the fields of CAD (Computer-Aided Design), CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing), and CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering), as it enables to transfer of 3D models and designs across different platforms and applications. Developed in the 1980s and standardized by ANSI and ISO, IGES remains a foundational yet legacy-neutral format for 3D data exchange.

Key Features of IGES/IGS

  • Text-Based Geometry Storage:

    The IGES format stores all geometric data in human-readable text, enabling easy editing but potentially creating large files when exporting complex models with dense meshes.

  • Color Representation:

    IGES maintains color information at the assembly level, preserving visual clarity in multi-component designs.

  • Transparency Limitations:

    Unlike modern formats, IGES lacks alpha channel support, meaning transparency settings from original 3D designs won't carry through in exported files.

IGES/IGS File Conversion

Autoconverter provides full read/write capabilities for IGES files through the Open Cascade framework, ensuring compatibility with the latest specifications. The application works exclusively with triangulated mesh geometry when processing IGES files. For projects requiring native NURBS surface preservation, we recommend using Autoshaper, which maintains the original smooth surface definitions throughout conversion.

DWG ZWCAD Drawing

ZWSOFT's ZWCAD is a professional and cost-effective CAD platform that offers many features and benefits for designers, engineers, and architects. As a powerful DWG-compatible CAD solution, ZWCAD provides a familiar interface and robust tools for 2D drafting and 3D modeling. It supports the latest DWG file format, ensuring seamless collaboration with AutoCAD and other industry-standard CAD software.

Key Features of ZWCAD

  • DWG Compatibility:

    Native support for the latest DWG file format, ensuring seamless file exchange with AutoCAD and other CAD platforms.

  • Customization & Automation:

    Supports LISP, VBA, and ObjectZRX for advanced customization and workflow automation.

  • File Compare:

    Quickly identify differences between two versions of a drawing.

  • Specialized Toolsets:

    Industry-specific features for architecture, mechanical design, and electrical engineering.

ZWCAD Drawing Conversion

Take your ZWCAD projects further with our powerful Automesher Application and Automapki Application plugins, designed to expand your software's capabilities. These solutions enable seamless integration of 3D models and geospatial data, supporting industry-standard formats like STL, OBJ, SKP, FBX, STEP for 3D designs and SHP, KML for GIS applications. Upgrade your ZWCAD experience now and start working smarter, not harder!

IGES vs. ZWCAD Comparison

Property IGES ZWCAD
Extensions .igs, .iges .dwg
Name Initial Graphics Exchange Specification ZWCAD Drawing
Versions
  • Min: ZWCAD 2018
  • Max: ZWCAD 2025
Textures
Colors
Geometry components
Readers
Writers