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What is xCompare?

xCompare is a part comparison software for enabling users to efficiently compare and validate models across different formats, including CATIA V5, SMG, and JT.

Designed to overcome the challenges of comparing product parts and assemblies across different CAD systems, xCompare directly accesses native data formats, eliminating the need for conversion and ensuring the accuracy of the comparison process.

Reduce the risk of human error and ensure that all changes are accurately identified, resulting in more reliable data.

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What can you do with xCompare?

xCompare offers a range of features and capabilities, including:

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Customizable configuration

Create configurations according to specific use cases, ensuring uniformity in check parameters and results.

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Centralized comparison

Combines all comparison possibilities for parts, products, drawings, and CGR in one place.

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Custom reporting

Generates multiple meaningful reports adapted to customer requirements in xml, HTML and 3DHTML format.

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Batch run

Supports batch processing for automated comparison and reporting.

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Feature based comparison

Compares models based on features and geometrical comparisons, including differences in parameters, names, color, etc.

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FT&A comparisons

Compares FT&A features like tolerances, annotations, welding, tables, texts etc.

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Special checks

Supports 3D representation, wireframes, electrical harnesses, and more, tailored to specific use cases.

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Performance

Outperforms other comparison tools, with the best use of CPU ensured by multithreaded calculations.

Why use xCompare?

“xCompare has significantly improved our model comparison process, ensuring that all changes are accurately identified and documented.” – Allgaier Automotive

For ensuring that all changes are accurately identified and documented.

Streamlining the model comparison process, reducing the time spent on manual review and validation.

Guaranteeing that all changes will be identified, ensuring more reliable data for downstream processes.

Ensuring that generated or archived model data match the original data of the CAD system, according to regulations.

Use cases

Document comparisons currently possible with xCompare

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Fully integrated into CATIA V5, xCompare V5 / V5 enables seamless comparison of parts, products, drawings, and CGR files. It detects and highlights engineering changes in both 2D and 3D directly within CATIA or through detailed reports accessible in any browser. Users can add markups to models to illustrate and share results effectively. The intuitive user interface simplifies the creation and editing of configuration files, ensuring a smooth comparison process.

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Fully integrated with CATIA V5, this solution ensures successful data translation from CATIA V5 into SMG. It reads data in its native format while validating geometry, PMIs, attributes, and more. Users can then visualize the results directly within CATIA, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the translation process.

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Fully integrated with CATIA V5, this solution ensures successful data translation from CATIA V5 into JT. It reads data in its native format while validating geometry, PMIs, attributes, and more. Users can then visualize the results directly within CATIA, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in the translation process.

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Integrated with TECHNIA’s JT viewer, LiteBox3D, this solution utilizes TECHNIA’s ISO-based toolkit for full control and optimal performance. It enables precise inspection of parts and assemblies while providing an intuitive user interface for creating and editing configuration files. Users can detect differences in geometry, LODs, PMIs, and properties. Additionally, batch mode supports automated processes and generates detailed 3D HTML reports for efficient analysis.

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When considering xCompare for your organization, you’ll first need to ensure that this product is compatible with your existing software and systems to minimize disruptions to your workflow.

If you’ve confirmed compatibility in your environment, it’s worth noting that xCompare offers customizable configurations to cater to specific use cases and requirements, providing an intuitive user interface that makes it easy for users to create and edit configuration files.

Speak to one of our experts if you need some guidance on selecting xCompare for part comparison.

Need help with xCompare?

Arnd Feye and team have spent the last 20 years working together with clients to develop solutions that perfectly compliment the Dassault Systèmes portfolio. Reach out for a free consultation today.

arnd feye technia head of product development

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