But here lies the perennial problem:
Curved pipes often become faceted polygons. If your recipient needs smooth elbows, this fails. For structural steel or cable tray, it works perfectly. Strategy 3: The 2D Flat File (For Documentation Only) If the recipient only needs dimensions, not a 3D model, stop exporting 3D entirely. cadworx export to autocad with out object enabler
Use the CADWorxExport command or the Explode Attributes function found in the CADWorx Equipment or Piping menus. This converts a flanged elbow into separate pieces: the solid elbow, the two flange solids, and the bolt holes. But here lies the perennial problem: Curved pipes
Always ask the recipient exactly what they need to do with the file. If the answer is "just look at it," a 2D PDF is faster, safer, and lighter than any exploded DWG. If the answer is "edit the pipe routing," then no amount of trickery will suffice—they need the enabler. Strategy 3: The 2D Flat File (For Documentation