Convert SLDDRW to ASMPRP

Understanding slddrw and asmprp file formats

SLDDRW is a file extension used by SOLIDWORKS for its 2D drawing files. These files contain technical drawings, annotations, and views of 3D models created in SOLIDWORKS. ASMPRP files, on the other hand, are assembly property files used in certain CAD environments to store metadata and properties related to assembly files, such as part numbers, descriptions, and custom attributes.

Why convert slddrw to asmprp?

Converting a SLDDRW file to an ASMPRP file is typically required when you need to extract or transfer assembly-related properties from a drawing for use in product data management (PDM) systems or for automating documentation processes. This conversion is not a direct transformation of drawing content but rather an extraction of relevant metadata.

How to convert slddrw to asmprp

There is no direct, one-click converter for SLDDRW to ASMPRP because these formats serve different purposes. However, you can achieve the conversion by exporting properties from the drawing and then importing them into an ASMPRP-compatible environment.

1. Open your SLDDRW file in SOLIDWORKS.
2. Go to File → Properties to view custom and configuration-specific properties.
3. Export these properties using File → Save As and select a neutral format like CSV or XML.
4. Use a PDM system or a custom script to map and import the exported properties into an ASMPRP file.

Best software for slddrw to asmprp conversion

The most reliable approach is to use SOLIDWORKS in combination with a PDM system such as SOLIDWORKS PDM or Autodesk Vault. These systems can automate the extraction and mapping of properties from SLDDRW files to ASMPRP or similar property files. For custom workflows, you can use scripting tools like Python with the pySW or pythoncom libraries to automate property extraction and file creation.

Summary

While there is no direct converter for SLDDRW to ASMPRP, you can extract properties from SOLIDWORKS drawings and import them into assembly property files using PDM systems or custom scripts. SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS PDM are the recommended tools for this workflow.