Convert DWG to IAM

Understanding DWG and IAM file formats

DWG is a binary file format used for storing two and three-dimensional design data and metadata. It is the native format for several CAD packages including AutoCAD. DWG files are widely used in the engineering, architecture, and design industries for creating detailed drawings and plans.

IAM is the file extension for Autodesk Inventor Assembly files. These files are used to store assembly data, which includes multiple parts and their relationships in a 3D model. IAM files are essential for creating complex mechanical designs and simulations in Autodesk Inventor.

How to convert DWG to IAM

Converting a DWG file to an IAM file involves using software that can interpret both file formats. This conversion is typically necessary when you need to incorporate 2D designs into a 3D assembly model in Autodesk Inventor.

Best software for DWG to IAM conversion

The best software for converting DWG to IAM is Autodesk Inventor itself. Autodesk Inventor can import DWG files and use them to create 3D models or assemblies. Here’s how you can do it:

• Open Autodesk Inventor.
• Go to File → Open and select your DWG file.
• Use the Import feature to bring the DWG data into a new or existing assembly.
• Save the assembly as an IAM file by selecting File → Save As and choosing the IAM format.

Other software options include using AutoCAD to export the DWG file to a format that Inventor can import, such as STEP or IGES, and then importing that file into Inventor.