IGES Export Curve Axis

IGES Export Curve Axis

File: Part_Document_Scripts/IGES_Export_Curve_AXIS.py
Version: 1.2
Document Type: Part (also works with Part inside Product or Process)

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Description

Exports selected curves as an IGES file after moving them from a user-selected reference axis system to the absolute axis. This is useful for delivering curves in a neutral coordinate system regardless of how they are positioned in the original part.

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Requirements

Requirement	Value
Python	>= 3.10
pycatia	>= 0.8.3
wxPython	Required
Open document	Part, or Part inside Product/Process

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Usage

1. Open a CATPart (or Product/Process containing a part) with datum curves and an axis system
2. Run the script
3. Selection 1: Select the curves to export — click OK when done
4. Selection 2: Select the reference axis system the curves are currently aligned to
5. A dialog appears asking for the IGES file name — enter the name (without extension) and click OK
6. The IGES file is saved in the same folder as the source CATPart

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Output

An IGES file saved to the same directory as the source CATPart:

PartFolder\FileName.igs

If a file with the same name already exists it will be overwritten.

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Notes

• The script assumes the selected curves are datums (isolated)
• A temporary Part document is created during export and closed automatically
• CATIA display refresh is suppressed during processing
• The output IGES contains the curves moved to the absolute axis system