Convert Native CAD Files into Data-Rich 3D PDFs
Accurately convert 3D data from the latest versions of CATIA®, Pro/E, SOLIDWORKS,Inventor®, and all other major CAD applications to 3D PDF directly inside Adobe Acrobat.
What is Tetra4D Converter?
Tetra4D Converter converts your 3D CAD data to 3D PDF allowing you to acurately share 3D PDF documents throughout your entire enterprise and supply chain using the free and ubiquitous Acrobat® Reader®.
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Key Capabilities
- Convert native 3D CAD files into interactive 3D PDFs
- Supports assembly structure, precise geometry (B-Rep), Product Manufacturing Information (PMI), and CAD attributes
- Translate CAD data to neutral formats (STEP, JT, etc.)
- Leverages all Adobe Acrobat features
- Embed native and neutral format CAD files into the document
- Provides compression capabilities
- Includes Tetra4D Reviewer
- Provide interactive BOMs or parts list order forms
- Efficient and Affordable
Use Cases
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Download Sample 3D PDFs
To sample 3D PDF interactivity you must follow the following:
Required: FREE Adobe Reader to view files. Download HERE
1. Click download link below image and SAVE to desktop.
PREVIEWING file in browser WILL NOT display 3D PDF interactivity
2. Open the file using Adobe Reader
3. Preview 3D PDF Interactivity within 3D PDF
Machine BOM - DOWNLOAD and Open in Adobe Reader
Technical Data Package - DOWNLOAD and Open in Adobe Reader
Engineering Spec Sheet - DOWNLOAD and Open in Adobe Reader
Turbine Engine - DOWNLOAD and Open in Adobe Reader
What Solution is Best for Your Company?
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All Major CAD formats supported
PROSTEP Tetra4D Solution Summary | Client Tools | Automation Tools | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tetra 4D Converter | Tetra4D Enrich | PROSTEP 3D PDF Pro | Tetra4D Automate | PROSTEP PDF Generator 3D | |
Prerequisites | Acrobat XI or DC | Acrobat XI or DC | Acrobat XI or DC and Tetra4D Converter/Existing 3D PDF | Existing Enrich Template or Tetra4D Enrich and Acrobat | None - Everything is Included |
License Base | Node Locked | Node Locked | Node Locked | 1 CPU only | SERVER BASED - Built on Adobe Live Cycle/AEM Forms |
Automation | No | No | No | Yes - Replace 3D content in an already created Tetra4D Enrich Template | Yes - Dynamic Form Creation, Conversion, Complex Workflow |
CAD Conversion to 3D PDF (eg PRC) | Yes - Includes all supported CAD formats | Yes - Includes Tetra4D Converter | No - Requires Tetra4D Converter or already converted 3D PDF | Yes - One CAD format included in base price. Multiple CAD formats optional/extra. | Yes - Multiple CAD formats optional/extra |
CAD Conversion/Export (eg STEP) | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
OOTB PLM/ERP Integration | No | No | No | No - Can be easily scripted with XML output from PLM/ERP | Yes - Requires Optional PLM/ERP Connector for deep integration capability |
User Interface | GUI | GUI | GUI | Command Line Watch Folder | GUI, Command Line, Watch Folder, Web Service, PLM Workflow |
Performance | Limited by User PC | Limited by User PC | Limited by User PC | 1 CPU, 1 Thread | Multi-CPU Multi-Thread Multi-Processing |
Typical Use Case | Single User | Single User | Single User | Workgroups Batch Jobs Occasional Needs Part of externally triggered workflow | Enterprises Batch Jobs High Demand Workflow Engine Included |
Key Focus Ares | MultiCAD Viewing Conversion of CAD to 3D PDF | Advanced PDFs with Easy Creation of:
| Advanced PDFs with Easy Creation of:
| Batch Creation of 3D PDF documents authored with Tetra4D Enrich Templates
| Adobe Certified Batch Creation of 3D PDF documents and templates
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PROSTEP & Tetra4D Solution Summary
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As we learned more about 3D PDF, it was clear to us that implementing a fully integrated 3D PDF solution would create more efficiency for us and our customers."
Manager of Automation and Process Development, BE Aerospace
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Tetra4D Converter is the world's leading solution for converting native 3D CAD data into rich, interactive 3D PDF documents with full support for accurate BREP geometry and PMI. Download the product guide to see all file formats supported.
