OBJ Exporter
for Navisworks
Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 10 and Windows 11 Only.
- Platforms: Navisworks versions 2024–2027.
Note
- Mac Compatibility: This plugin is not currently compatible with Mac OS.
- Plugin Updates: All updates for the first year are free. The plugin license is perpetual. After the first year, if you need updates or support, you’ll need to purchase a renewal.
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- Free trial of 30 exports for 15 days is available.
- License key is not required for a free trial.
- Full-featured trial version is available.
One Machine
Single Machine Locked License
- Single license can be activated on one machine.
- This license can not be released/moved on other machine.
- If machine/hardware (e.g motherboard, processor etc.) is changed then standalone license won’t work. User need to purchase new license.
Two Machine
$199
Two Machine Locked License, by the Same User
- Two licenses will be provided and can be activated on two different machines at a time, by the same user
- This license can not be released/moved on other machine.
- If machine/hardware (e.g motherboard, processor etc.) is changed then standalone license won’t work. User need to purchase new license.
Single Floating
Single Floating License
- One license can be used on multiple machines. But on one machine at a time.
- User can release license from one machine and activate on another machine. User will always need internet connection during release and activation.
- To change hardware: User can release license from current machine and then activate same license on same machine after changing hardware.
Automation
Automation Licence
- Automation License enables programmatic export via plugin API
- Function can be called within the same host application
- No user intervention or GUI required for export
- Supports C++ or C# based integration
- Standard input parameters drive automated export process
- Seamless file export experience for end users
- Output is generated directly for downstream workflows
- Standard input parameters drive automated export process
Features
Mesh Quality
Control to adjust mesh quality from preferences dialog.
Material & Texture Support
Preserves model textures, materials, and colors during export.
Default Tessellation Quality
Default compression helps to reduce the file.
Geometry Accuracy
Maintains precise 3D geometry from Navisworks without data loss.
Additional
Info.
OBJ Exporter for Navisworks Version History
Enhancement:
- Added Navisworks 2027 support.
Enhancement:
- Added Navisworks 2026 support.
Enhancement:
- Added Navisworks 2024 & Navisworks 2025 support.
- Updated the unit feature
Enhancement:
- Error Report
- Unit Export
- Swap/flip
- Support to Navisworks 2023
Enhancement:
- License Fixes.
- Scaling of exported OBJ files.
- Rotate by feature.
Enhancement:
- Added Smart update functionality
- Added support to Navisworks 2021 version
- Added 'Export Hidden Entity' option
Enhancement:
- Added license reset functionality.
Fixed:
- Optimized export time
- Optimized exported file size
Fixed:
- License issue fixes.
Enhancement:
- Upgraded licensing system.
- Added support to Navisworks 2020.
Fixed:
- Upgraded licensing system.
Enhancement:
- Upgraded licensing system
- Export "Properties(Metadata)" of parts in JSON file.
Enhancement:
- Added support for Autodesk Navisworks 2019.
Fixed:
- Cancel button doesn't work on the export progress bar.
- Application crashes while empty file is exported.
Enhancement:
- Supported Navisworks version 2018.
Enhancement:
- Added support of Navisworks 2017.
- Solved issue of exporting large models.
Fixed:
- Fixed issue with license activation.
Fixed:
- Fixed bug related to global language.
Enhancement:
- Supports exporting solid bodies.
- Supports face level colors and body level colors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Navisworks file types does ProtoTech’s OBJ Exporter support?
ProtoTech’s OBJ Exporter supports models opened in Autodesk Navisworks from NWD, NWF, and NWC files.
Why export a Navisworks model to OBJ?
OBJ is useful for rendering, visualization, simulation, content creation, and workflows that do not directly support Navisworks files.
Does the OBJ Exporter preserve Navisworks geometry accurately?
Yes. The exporter is designed to maintain precise 3D geometry while converting the model to OBJ.
Does the Navisworks OBJ Exporter preserve materials and textures?
Yes. The exporter supports model materials, textures, and colors during OBJ export.
Are face-level and body-level colors supported in OBJ export?
Yes. The exporter supports color information to retain visual differences between model components.
Can I control mesh quality when exporting Navisworks to OBJ?
Yes. Mesh-quality controls help balance geometric detail, export speed, and output file size.
Can the OBJ file size be optimized during export?
Yes. Tessellation and quality settings can be adjusted to reduce file size while maintaining the required detail.
Can I rotate or swap axes in the exported OBJ file?
Yes. Rotate, swap, and flip options help align the OBJ model with the coordinate system used by the target application.
Can hidden Navisworks entities be included in the OBJ export?
Yes. The exporter provides control over whether hidden entities are included.
Is there a free trial of ProtoTech’s OBJ Exporter for Navisworks?
Yes. The trial activates automatically after installation and includes 30 exports for 15 days, with no license key required.
Which Autodesk Navisworks versions are supported by the OBJ Exporter?
ProtoTech’s OBJ Exporter is updated for the latest supported Autodesk Navisworks versions (2024–2027)
Which operating systems are supported by ProtoTech’s OBJ Exporter for Autodesk Navisworks?
Yes. The plugin supports compatible Navisworks installations on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
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