IFCEXPORT command

Exports a BIM model to IFC.

BricsCAD BIM

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Description

Exports a BIM model to IFC, partially or entirely. IFC attributes are managed dynamically, for example properties and property sets. This allows you to choose between IFC2x3 or IFC4 attributes.

When the IFCEXPORTVALIDATEMODEL system variable is enabled, an IFC model validation engine checks the exported IFC file to ensure that it is fully compatible with the official IFC2x3 and IFC4 specification rules by buildingSmart. Any rule violation will be reported in the log file.

Note: The import and export of Alignments and TIN Surfaces with IFC4X1 is supported.
Note: A color resembling the material by layer color is applied for entities with Redway materials.

The visibility rules for properties and property set can be changed via BIMPROPERTIES dialog box.

Note: Visibility rules are reflected in the exported IFC file.

The available export formats are:

  • IFC2x3 file (*.ifc)
  • IFC4 file (*.ifc)
  • IFC4 Reference View file (*.ifc)
  • IFC4x1 file (*.ifc)

Method

Select the entities to export or press Enter to export the entire model.

Note:
  • BricsCAD BIM created IFC files can be used in different coordination workflows with many tools (for example, Solibri).
  • Some software allow for editing only IFC files created with specific Authoring Tools, while actively blocking files created with other tools. Other uses of BricsCAD BIM created IFC files on these software are possible (for example, viewing).
  • BricsCAD BIM also supports exporting files in RVT format (only for viewing).