CATIA V5 - downwards compatibility
If you want to save some files within a newer version of CATIA V5 to an older version this tutorial will help you with the conversion process.
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Step 1: Catia V5
CATIA V5 does offer some degree of compatibility with older versions of CATIA, allowing you to open files created in previous versions. Here's how you can handle compatibility between different versions:
Save As:
- When working in CATIA V5, if you need to ensure compatibility with earlier versions, you can use the "Save As" option and choose the appropriate file format corresponding to the version you want to be compatible with. For example, if you're using CATIA V5 R25 and need compatibility with CATIA V5 R20, you can save the file in the R20 format.
Export/Import:
- Another method is to export your file to a neutral format such as IGES or STEP and then import it into the older version of CATIA. However, note that this method may not preserve all features and attributes of your original CATIA file.
CATIA Backward Compatibility Tool:
- Some versions of CATIA V5 may come with a backward compatibility tool that allows you to convert files to older versions. This tool can usually be found in the installation directory of CATIA. However, its availability and functionality may vary depending on your specific version of CATIA.
Considerations:
- Keep in mind that while CATIA provides some level of backward compatibility, certain features introduced in newer versions may not be fully supported or may behave differently when opened in older versions. It's a good practice to thoroughly test compatibility and review the converted files for any discrepancies or missing features.
Video presenting the conversion of CATIA V5R17 to V5 R18 is presented within the following video using 2 parts form TraceParts.com
