3D InterOp reads and writes over 30 CAD, BIM, mesh, and visualization formats. Use the filter to narrow by vendor or browse the full list below.
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Format version support is updated with each Spatial release. For full version details, see the release notes.
PMI (Product Manufacturing Information) carries dimensions, tolerances, and manufacturing annotations embedded in 3D models. 3D InterOp supports two forms: Semantic PMI (machine-readable, enables automation) and Graphical PMI (human-readable, for review workflows).
| Format | Semantic PMI | Graphical PMI | Geometric Associativity | PMI Types Supported |
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PMI export to STEP AP242 enables MBE Maturity Index Level 4 compliance. Semantic PMI enables automated inspection planning and CAM programming without manual engineer input.
Beyond geometry, 3D InterOp imports the full data payload from each CAD format. Use this table to confirm what metadata your application will receive for each format.
| Format | B-Rep | Tessellation | Assembly | PMI | Materials | Layers | Associativity |
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