Connector Export

Learn about exporting connector files.

The following file types can be exported:
  • ASCII
  • XML1.0
  • XML 2.0 (default)
  • MCF (version A): By default, HyperWorks will export the bolt connector vector that was dynamically identified during realization. The vector can be exported with or without the bolt. If a bolt connector vector is not identified after you import the connector, HyperWorks will search for the dynamic vector again. If a vector is already defined on the connector, HyperWorks will use that vector for realization.
  • MCF (verion B)
  • VIP
  • xMCF
Note:
For XMCF files, the following types of connectors and features are managed:
  • 0D: Spotweld, bolt, screw, gumdrop, clinch, rivet (blind, self-piercing, solid, swop), robscan, contact_list, threaded connection, heat stake, clip, nail
  • 1D: Sequence connection 0D (spotweld, gumdrop), seamweld (butt_joint, corner weld, edge weld, i_weld, overlap weld, y-joint, k-joint, cruciform joint, flared joint), adhesive-line, hemming, contact list
  • 2D: Adhesive face
  • Custom attributes are managed.
  • Appdata is not managed.

Connector Export Options

Supported connector export options.

General

Export
Specify which connectors to export.
All
Export all of the connectors in the model.
Displayed
Export only the connectors that are currently displayed in the modeling window.
Include metadata
Export the metadata information.
Include bolt dynamic vector
Convert Links
Export as Common Format

Warning messages

Overwrite existing file
Display a warning message before a file is overwritten during export.