Convert STP to EDRW
How to convert STP 3D CAD files to EDRW eDrawings format using SolidWorks and eDrawings tools.
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Understanding STP and EDRW file formats
STP (or STEP) files are standardized 3D CAD files based on the ISO 10303 standard, widely used for exchanging 3D models between different CAD software. They store comprehensive geometric and product data, making them ideal for interoperability in engineering and manufacturing workflows.
EDRW files are eDrawings files, a proprietary format developed by Dassault Systèmes for sharing, viewing, and annotating 2D and 3D CAD data. EDRW files are typically used for 2D drawing representations and are highly compressed for easy sharing and review, especially with the free eDrawings Viewer.
How to convert STP to EDRW
Direct conversion from STP to EDRW is not natively supported by most CAD software, as EDRW is a publishing format rather than a standard CAD format. However, you can achieve this conversion using SolidWorks with the eDrawings add-in, as SolidWorks supports both importing STP files and exporting to EDRW.
Step-by-step conversion using SolidWorks
- Open SolidWorks.
- Go to File → Open and select your STP file to import it into SolidWorks.
- Once the file is open, go to File → Save As.
- In the Save as type dropdown, select eDrawings (*.edrw).
- Click Save to export your drawing as an EDRW file.
Note: If you want to export a 3D model as an eDrawings file, choose eDrawings (*.eprt) instead. EDRW is specifically for 2D drawings.
Best software for STP to EDRW conversion
- SolidWorks (with eDrawings add-in): The most reliable and accurate method for converting STP to EDRW, as it natively supports both formats.
- eDrawings Professional: Can open SolidWorks files and export to EDRW, but you must first convert the STP to a SolidWorks drawing file.
Tips and considerations
- EDRW files are intended for sharing and review, not for further editing in CAD software.
- Always check the exported EDRW file in the free eDrawings Viewer to ensure all details are preserved.
- Batch conversion is possible with SolidWorks Task Scheduler if you have multiple files.
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STP vs EDRW: format comparison
How the STP and EDRW formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.
| Property | .STP STEP (Standard for the Exchange of Product model data) | .EDRW eDrawings Drawing |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 3D | 2D |
| Geometry | Both | — |
| Materials | Limited | — |
| Plain-text readable | Yes | No |
| Operating system support | Wide | Limited |
| Typical file size | Medium | Small |
| Open standard | Yes | No |
| Introduced | 1994 | 2000 |
| Developer | ISO | SolidWorks Corporation |
| MIME type | — | application/octet-stream |
