About this app
Introduction
Revit is a powerful tool for architects, engineers, and designers to create detailed 3D models. However, when it comes to sharing these models with others who use AutoCAD, the process can be challenging. This is where the RVT 2 DWG Suite comes in. This line of conversion utilities allows users to convert Revit models/sheets to standard AutoCAD DWG file formats, making it easier to collaborate and share files with others.
Features
The RVT 2 DWG Suite offers a range of features that make the conversion process smooth and seamless. One of the key features is the ability to customize the conversion utilities for different Canadian Federal and Provincial Government Departments, as well as commercial clients. This ensures that the converted DWG files meet specific CAD standards, making it easier to pass QA checks.
Another standout feature of the RVT 2 DWG Suite is the inclusion of pre-built Revit families such as TitleBlocks, Elevation, Section, and Details Markers. These families are compliant with the standards users are trying to convert to, making it easier to maintain consistency in the converted DWG files.
The conversion process itself is a 3-step process. The first step involves learning how to use the pre-built Revit families, while the second step makes use of the Revit Export to CAD conversion utility to map Revit objects to AutoCAD layers. The third and final step involves running the conversion utility to clean up the messy DWG file created by Revit, ensuring it passes any QA standards checker.
Installation and Support
Installation support for the RVT 2 DWG Suite is free, and product support can be purchased separately. Once the software is purchased, users receive an Install Key via email, which is required to install and run the software. While there are no trial versions available, it is highly recommended by DND to download the DND Checker and run it on drawings before submitting them. This ensures that the converted files meet the necessary standards.
For users who need to pass the DND Check, they can download and install the DND Checker desktop app and the DND CAD Standards, which includes the necessary Color Tables for printing. While the new DND Standard Checker is in development, the current version 1.1.6 is available for use.
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Conclusion
The RVT 2 DWG Suite is a valuable tool for anyone using Revit to create AutoCAD drawing files that need to meet specific CAD standards. By streamlining the conversion process and customizing utilities for different standards, this plugin saves users countless days of labor. Whether you are an architect, engineer, or interior designer, the RVT 2 DWG Suite is a must-have tool for ensuring your Revit models can easily be shared and collaborated on with others using AutoCAD. Give it a try and experience the efficiency it brings to your workflow!
