BIMDEX
SolidWorks to Rhino Exporter
A data exchange plugin which creates Native
Rhino Blocks from SolidWorks
Parts and Assemblies.
At a Glance
How to Export SolidWorks models to Rhino?
The Multi-CAD collaboration is facing multiple challenges. The BIMDeX Data Exchange Ecosystem through its proprietary BXF file format offers a simple yet intuitive solution for the Interoperability challenges.
How It Works
SolidWorks to Rhino Conversion Workflow
01
SolidWorks
SLDPRT & SLDASM file Formats
Export the SolidWorks Model to BXF file using the BXF Exporter for SolidWorks
02
BIMDeX
BXF file Format
BXF file would carry all the design data information of the model.
03
Rhino
3DM file Format
Import the BXF file in Rhino using the BIMDeX Importer to obtain native Rhino Blocks
How Is It Different?
SolidWorks to Rhino Conversion Features
Expose SolidWorks platform into the BIM environment with easy transfer of SolidWorks model to Rhino, other BIM and mechanical software. Control and safe data transfer.
Part and Assembly conversion to Rhino Blocks
Convert all your SolidWorks parts and assemblies to native Rhino blocks and nested blocks.
Configuration Specific Export
Export based on your desired configuration and coordinate system to obtain the required orientation inside Rhino.
Parameters and Materials
Export models with parameter and material information and choose only the properties you want to share to protect your proprietary information.
Better Geometry and Metadata
Obtain non-triangulated solid geometry. Instantiate your parts and maintain the heirarchy inside Rhino. Transfer all colours and properties as well.
More than just an Import
Tool have option to import using various import types to maintain model hierarchy & ignore applied materials in Rhino.
Easy Operation
Make use of various features to simplify your models with the user-friendly interface combined with easy operation to assist novice and experienced designers alike
Try our CAD Translation Service for short-term needs!
Looking for a solution to convert your models for a short-term or not having the required software to proceed with the conversion? Try BIMDeX CAD Translation Service for seamlessly getting your models converted as a service.
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Talk to our BIMDeX team to know the pricing for Network & Enterprise Licenses.
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Standard
Standard
- Stand Alone License
- Single user
- Unlimited conversions
- Annual Subscription License
- 24/5 Customer Support
Network
Network
- Network Floating License
- Starts from 5 Users
- Unlimited conversions
- Annual Subscription License
- 24/5 Dedicated Technical Personnel
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Frequently asked questions
All SolidWorks part (.sldprt) and assembly (.sldasm) files can be converted to Rhino Blocks (.3dm).
Any model type such as Furniture, Lighting, HVAC, MEP Elements, Structural or Architectural components can be converted.
The tool works in English, German, French, Italian and Spanish environments.
You need to have both the software to use the product. But if you do not, you can opt our CAD translation service, so we would convert your SolidWorks models to Rhino for you.
No, this is just an addon plugin tool that will be installed in your existing SolidWorks and Rhino environments.
No, our tool works on our proprietary BXF file format. The SolidWorks model is converted to a BXF file using the SolidWorks Export plugin and the BXF file is then converted to Rhino files using the Rhino Import plugin.
You can either raise an enquiry through the web form or contact sales@bim-dex.com with your requirement. One of our representatives will get in touch with you and assist you accordingly.
You can either purchase the product from us directly by reaching us at sales@bim-dex.com or through on of our approved re-sellers in your region. Please refer to the "Resellers" page in the "Contacts" menu for the list of our re-sellers.
We offer Annual subscription, Single User Node Locked license, Network Floating license starting from 5 users and enterprise license options. Please reach out to sales@bim-dex.com for more information on product licensing and pricing.
Yes, support and maintenance is included with the annual subscription for all our products.