The following table contains sizes up to which files can be uploaded: Files larger than these limits require alternative methods to be uploaded effectively.
The filesizes in the table below apply to individual files by themselves.
Ther is no limit to the amount of files that there can be in a project.
Upload size | Extension | File size |
Document section | Any | 7 GB |
Ifc processing |
| 750 MB |
IfcZIP processing |
| 750 MB |
Point Cloud |
| 25 GB |
Point Cloud |
| 25 GB |
BCF Import |
| 500 MB |
BCFZIP import |
| 500 MB |
Splitting into smaller files
Large .ifc and .ifczip files are recommended to be divided into smaller files. Splitting can help adhere to the 750 MB upload limitation and allows for more manageable file handling within projects.
By uploading several smaller files it both becomes easier for project members to turn on and off different parts and to download separate parts of the file individually.
Exporting to IfcZip
Some authoring tools support IfcZIP as an option when exporting IFC files.
Example: 3D-model.ifczip
Creating an IfcZip
If the size of a .ifc exceeds the upper limit, a .ifczip file can be created to remain eligible for upload. Follow these steps to turn a .ifc into a .ifczip:
Compress the
.ifcfile to a.zipfile.Change the file extension from
.zipto.ifczip
Example:
3D-model.ifc
v
3D-model.zip
v
3D-model.ifczip
Contact support
If altering the file is not an option, and the file is larger than what can be uploaded, please let us know at support@catenda.com. Files are handled on a case by case basis. Before reaching out, consider using alternative methods like creating an .ifczip, using the Desktop Connector, or splitting the file into smaller parts.