Understanding the contents of an IGES file

The IGES neutral file format is an international standard that allows you to transfer geometric data between Abaqus/CAE and other CAD applications. You can use IGES-format files to import and export sketches and parts. This section describes the IGES format and the options that are available to you when importing and exporting IGES files.

For a detailed description of how to import and export IGES-format files, see Importing a part from an IGES-format file, and Exporting geometry, model, and mesh data.

• What are the IGES options in Abaqus/CAE?
• What is an IGES entity?
• What is in the IGES log file?
• Exporting to an IGES file