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Convert IFC to CGM via Python

Instantly convert IFC to CGM without needing AutoCAD® or any other rendering software.

 

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Overview

How to Convert IFC to CGM Using Python

In order to convert IFC to CGM, we’ll use Aspose.CAD for Python API which is a feature-rich, powerful and easy to use document manipulation and conversion API for Python platform. Open NPM package manager, search for Aspose.CAD and install. You may also use the following command from the Package Manager Console.

Package Manager Console Command


pip install aspose-cad

Steps to Convert IFC to CGM via Python

Python programmers can easily load & convert IFC files to CGM in just a few lines of code.

  1. Load IFC file with Image.Load method
  2. Create an instance of CgmOptions class
  3. Call Image.Save method while passing the resultant file path & object of CgmOptions

System Requirements

Before running the Python conversion code, make sure that you have the following prerequisites.

  • Microsoft Windows or a compatible OS with Web browser.
  • Text editors such as Microsoft Visual Studio Code or Notepad or Notepad++.
 

This sample code shows IFC to CGM Python Conversion

 

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    IFC What is IFC File Format?

    Files with IFC extension refer to Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) file format that establishes international standards to import and export building objects and their properties. This file format provides interoperability between different software applications. Specifications for this file format are developed and maintained by buildingSMART International as its Data Standard. The ultimate objective of IFC file format is to improve communication, productivity, delivery time and quality throughout the life cycle of a building. Due to the established standards for common objects in the building industry, it reduces the loss of information during transmission from one application to another. IFC can hold data for geometry, calculation, quantities, facility management, pricing etc. for many different professions (architect, electrical, HVAC, structural, terrain etc.).

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    CGM What is CGM File Format?

    Computer Graphics Metafile (CGM) is free, platform-independent, international standard metafile format for storing and exchanging vector graphics (2D), raster graphics, and text. CGM uses an object-oriented approach and many function provisions for image production. CGM uses these object-oriented characteristics for remolding graphical elements to render an image. A metafile contains necessary information that defines other files. In CGM, a text-based source file contains all graphical elements that can be later compiled into a binary file. Basically, CGM is a way to facilitate 2D graphical data interchange, independent from any particular platform, or device.

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    Other Supported Conversions

    You can also convert IFC into many other file formats including few listed below.

    IFC TO DXF (Drawing Interchange Format)
    IFC TO FBX (Filmbox)
    IFC TO STP (Standard for the Exchange of Product model data)
    IFC TO SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics)
    IFC TO DWF (Design Web Format)
    IFC TO 3DS (3D Studio)
    IFC TO U3D (Universal 3D)
    IFC TO DWFX (Design Web Format XPS)
    IFC TO OBJ (Object file)
    IFC TO GLB (Binary glTF)
    IFC TO GLTF (GL Transmission Format)
    IFC TO WEBP (Pronounced WEPPY)
    IFC TO EMF (Enhanced Windows Metafile)
    IFC TO WMF (Windows Metafile Format)
    IFC TO DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine)
    IFC TO PDF (Portable Document Format)
    IFC TO PSD (Photoshop Document)
    IFC TO TIFF (Tagged Image Format)
    IFC TO JPEG (JPEG Image)
    IFC TO JPEG2000 (JPEG 2000)
    IFC TO PNG (Portable Network Graphics)
    IFC TO GIF (Graphics Interchange Format)
    IFC TO BMP (Bitmap Image)