DWG / Audocad

[Lectrician]

Anyone got Autocad or a DWG viewer or DWG to PDF converter?

I can't find a free one on the net, and need to print out some DWG Autocad files.

Anyone got anything that will open it?

Cheers.

 

[Chri5]

I have Visio (even it it's a bit creaky) and

A frequent complaint from users is that Visio refuses to open a DWG file because it was saved in a newer format. Visio 2003 and 2007 do not support the latest file formats used in AutoCAD programs. That means CAD files must be saved back to a compatible version before they can be used with Visio. Visio 2003 and 2007 support the R15 version of the DWG format. This was the default format used by AutoCAD 2000 and AutoCAD 2002. Newer versions of AutoCAD save to newer versions of the DWG format by default.

So if it's pre R15 version you could mail me. See PM

 

[GaryMo]

You can convert three files within the 15 day trial period with this:

http://download.cnet.com/AutoDWG-DWG-to-PDF-Converter/3000-6677_4-10256832.html

 

[Master of None]

Download and install DWG True view from here.
http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/pc/index?siteID=123112&id=9078813
Then download and install CutePDF from here.
http://www.cutepdf.com/Products/CutePDF/writer.asp
Unless you already have a PDF creator installed.

In my opinion True View is the best dwg viewer available.

PS you have to fill out the form to get True View but if I remember correctly you can put any old tripe in it.

Good luck

 

[empip]

...The core features of the DWG TrueView™ CAD conversion software enable you to easily and accurately view, plot, and publish authentic DWG™ files...
http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/pc/index?siteID=123112&id=13646271


oops ! I was a bit late...

 

[richjamesw]

i can convert to pdf if you want and send back you can then send to printers for a1 / a2 or print yourself at a4.

 

[Lectrician]

Thanks all - I stumbled across the true view download eventually and will try it tomorrow (left the CD-Rom send to me at work).

Cheers.

 

[richjamesw]

o.k. but i have autocad at work and at home so if you have probs let me know, cheers