How to Convert OBJ to IGS
By Dennis Blake
3-D modeling and computer-aided design programs save their project files in a variety of formats. OBJ is a standard format used by LightWave, Maya and many other programs to represent 3-D models. IGS is a widely used vector image format that AutoCAD, TurboCAD and other computer-aided design programs can read, save and export. Although OBJ files do not contain geometric data and cannot be converted directly to IGS, you can use a program that supports both formats to import an OBJ file and export to IGS.
Step 1
Download and install either FreeCAD or TurboCAD, two computer-aided design programs that support both OBJ and IGS files natively. While TurboCAD is not free, you can sign up for a free trial.
Step 2
Click "File," select "Import" and find your OBJ file.
Step 3
Click "File," select "Export" and choose "IGS" as the file type.
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Writer Bio
Dennis Blake is a content producer for TGN.TV, a gaming media website. He specializes in topics related to computers and gaming, and studied computer science at the Florida Institute of Technology.