QCAD Converter

About This Tool

The qcad converter provides cross-format CAD data exchange by translating common CAD files into a target format. It operates on a server so users can convert files without local CAD software and download results directly. It supports workflows where teams share designs between software ecosystems or where clients require deliverables in a specific format. The tool emphasizes geometry and structure preservation across formats and aims to minimize data loss during translation.
The internal workflow uses a neutral intermediate representation to map geometry, layers, blocks, and metadata from source to target. Required features include reliable file ingestion, automatic format detection, accurate translation, and delivery of the converted file. Optional enhancements cover batch conversions, unit and scale mapping, coordinate-system remapping, and layer/attribute mapping, with mesh export for STL as needed. When a mapping is not exact, the system records a warning instead of failing the job, allowing continued progress with a report afterward.
Users benefit from software-free file interchange, reduced rework, and predictable results across CAD packages. The tool differentiates itself by robust handling of units and coordinate systems, comprehensive metadata preservation where supported, and scalable batch processing that supports project-wide conversions across multiple files.

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