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Sonja von Bloh, M.Sc.
2019-06-14

Message when Importing DXF Files Due to Large Dimensions

When importing a dxf file, I get a message saying that the dimensions of the model are larger than 10,000 meters. What can I do?

Answer:

The message (Image 01) indicates that the dimensions of the model are very large. This may have the following causes:

  1. The dimensions of the model are indeed very large, so it is not necessary to take any further action.
  2. The wrong length units were set for the import. In this case, check the length units in the "ASCII Format DXF (*.dxf)" tab of the "Import" dialog box and set the desired length unit (Image 02).
  3. The model is far from the origin. The model can be moved to the origin in the CAD program, then imported into RFEM/RSTAB.
Message
Message
Importing ASCII Format DXF: Setting Length Unit
Importing ASCII Format DXF: Setting Length Unit
Author

Ms. von Bloh provides technical support for our customers and is responsible for the development of the SHAPE‑THIN program as well as steel and aluminum structures.

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