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IFC at a glance
IFC
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IGES at a glance
IGES
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Format comparison
| Feature | IFC | IGES |
|---|---|---|
| File type | Cad | Cad |
| Status | active | active |
| Transparency | Not supported | Not supported |
| Animation | Not supported | Not supported |
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| Layer support | Supported | Not supported |
| Vector scaling | Supported | Supported |
| Structured data | Supported | Not supported |
When to use each format
When to use IFC
- Your source file is already in IFC.
- Preserve source expectations before exporting to IGES.
- IFC is commonly used in cad workflows.
When to use IGES
- Your target workflow expects IGES.
- Improve delivery compatibility with IGES.
- IGES is commonly used in cad workflows.
FAQs
Why convert IFC to IGES?
This conversion is usually chosen when IGES fits downstream cad delivery better.
What changes when converting IFC to IGES?
This conversion changes how the format behaves in downstream tools and delivery environments.
Moving to IGES removes layer support. Moving to IGES removes structured data.
What should I review after converting IFC to IGES?
Validate output quality on representative files and confirm the target format behaves correctly in the destination workflow.