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Dipl.-Ing. (FH) Walter Fröhlich
2019-09-19

Missing Data when Importing DXF File into RFEM 5 / RSTAB 8

The import of a DXF file initially seems to be working, but no data is there. Why?

Answer:

There can be several reasons for this.

  • Among others, it may be caused by the fact that the DXF file only contains the blocks that have first to be separated, for example, using the "Explode" function.
  • Another source of problems can be that a certain layer that either does not exist or does not contain any data is selected for import in the "DXF ASCII Formats" tab in RFEM or RSTAB.
  • The type of backup in the CAD program may also cause some problems. It is possible to save DXF files in the binary DXF format. The advantage consists of saving about 25% of the memory size. However, they cannot be processed by RFEM and RSTAB. Therefore, to save the DXF file, the ASCII format should be selected in the CAD program.
Importing DXF
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Mr. Fröhlich provides technical support to our customers and is responsible for development in the area of reinforced concrete structures.

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