File Converter

Experimental

Convert shop files toward open, standard geometry. Drop a SigmaNest QWS, a DXF, or a DSTV NC1 file and get back DXF, SVG, or a STEP solid. Available to mHub suppliers.

Supported Conversions

From	To	Status
QWS (SigmaNest)	DXF	Available
DXF (AutoCAD)	SVG	Available
NC1 (DSTV)	STEP	Available
Part files	Dimensioned PDF	Coming soon

Supported Formats

QWS

SigmaNest / SigmaQUOTE

SigmaNest's proprietary Quote WorkSpace format. Contains part geometry, material assignments, and quantities for nesting and quoting.

NC1 (DSTV)

CNC Cutting Machines

Open standard for steel structure piece descriptions. Accepted by plasma, laser, oxy, and saw machines. ASCII text format per DSTV 7th Edition.

DXF

AutoCAD / Universal CAD

Industry standard CAD exchange format. Supported by virtually all CAD/CAM software for 2D cutting profiles.