Import and use IGES data

You can import an IGES file to a new or existing Autodesk Inventor LT part. The imported data can be used as construction surfaces, wires, or the basis for a part.

In an open part file, use Manage tab Insert panel Import to place an IGES file.

Open IGES file in Autodesk Inventor LT

When you open an IGES file, Autodesk Inventor LT creates a file and places the IGES data into the new file.

  1. Click Open.
  2. In the File Open dialog box, set the Files of type to IGES.
  3. Select the file and then click Options. In the Import Options dialog box:
    • Select from Solids, Surfaces, Wires, and Points as Entities to Import.
    • Specify if you want the data checked during the translation.
  4. Click OK to close the dialog box and then click Open to import the IGES file using the specified settings.

Import IGES file into Autodesk Inventor LT part

  1. Open the destination Autodesk Inventor LT part file or create a part file.
  2. On the ribbon, click Manage tab Insert panel Import .
  3. In the Import dialog box, set the Files of type to IGES.
  4. Select the file, and then click Options. In the Import Options dialog box:
    • Select from Solids, Surfaces, Wires, and Points as Entities to Import.
    • Specify if you want the data checked during the translation.
  5. Click OK to close the dialog box, and then click Open to import the IGES file using the specified settings.