Import files with Autodesk Translation Framework (ATF)

Maya uses the ATF (Autodesk Translation Framework) file translation system to simplify data exchange of both Autodesk and 3rd-party file formats.
Note: There is only Windows support for ATF.

To import ATF files:

  1. Select File > Import> .

    The Maya Import window appears.

  2. Locate your ATF file and select from one of the following supported ATF file types:
    • IGES_ATF
    • JT_ATF
    • PARASOLID_ATF
    • SAT_ATF
    • STEP_ATF
    • STL_ATF
    • WIRE_ATF
    • CATIAV4_ATF
    • CATIAV5_ATF
    • DWG_ATF / DXF_ATF
    • NX_ATF
    • PROE_ATF
  3. Expand File Type Specific Options and activate Aruba Tessellation or ATF Tessellation to activate that specific ATF type's options.
  4. Adjust the settings as necessary. For a description of these settings, see Autodesk Translation Framework (ATF) in the Import options topic.
    5. Note: ATF becomes unstable if you import an .iges file, followed by a .step file or vice-versa. Try importing them in separate sessions.
  5. If you want to use stitching, activate ATF Stitching Services, use the Tolerance slider to set a limit over which gaps are not stitched, and pick which options to group your surfaces together in the Separation by list.