Read Parasolid for STEP XML conversion
A Parasolid-to-STEP XML workflow combines the Parasolid reader with the STEP XML writer. Use it when the receiving application needs STEP XML data from an existing Parasolid model.
Read Parasolid X_T or X_B files through the commercial Parasolid interface into OCCT BRep shapes. Use the XDE import layer when supported names and colors must remain associated with the model items.
Choose the STEP XML representation and extension
Keep the imported BRep for precise CAD output. For polygonal output, generate a surface mesh with tolerances selected for the receiving application. Check any healing settings against the geometry used in production.
Write STPX, STPA, STPZ or STPZX with the STEP XML component. It supports BRep and mesh data, assemblies, names, colors and STEP attributes. Transfer only the source information available through the complete route; the target can carry mesh without turning it into analytic geometry.
Validate the STEP XML result
This route starts from a Parasolid export, not an arbitrary native file from a Parasolid-based application. Parasolid writing is not provided by the documented import component.
Reopen the selected STEP XML variant with the intended consumer. Check geometry representation, placements, names and colors, and explicitly verify any required attributes. Use the agreed extension and application version for repeatable interchange.
For a production pipeline, keep a representative source file and its expected geometry and attributes with the conversion settings. Discuss conversion integration with the source and destination applications, or compare the supported format interfaces.