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iMapper exports native DXF files for AutoCAD from laser-scanned room measurements with ±2mm precision.
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iMapper + AutoCAD: Precision Room Measurements to DXF
Native DXF export from measured site data — fast post-production, ±2mm precision, and photo cross-reference when the point cloud isn't enough.
Native DXF • ±2mm precision • 360° photos
Import menu path:
File > Open > select .dxf file

iMapper integrates with AutoCAD to give architects and surveyors millimeter-accurate room measurements ready for floor plans and renovation drawings. Using iMapper's laser scanner (±2mm precision), you capture complete room geometry—walls, windows, doors, and irregular surfaces—in under 3 minutes per room. The iMapper platform processes your scans automatically, then exports DXF files that open directly in AutoCAD 2020-2025. Unlike tape measures or expensive 3D scanners (iMapper costs 10% vs 3D scanner alternatives), iMapper delivers CAD-ready point clouds without manual transcription. Every measurement includes 360° reference photos, so you can verify details in AutoCAD without returning to site.

Benefits

±2mm Measurement Accuracy

iMapper's laser captures 1,200+ points per minute with ±2mm precision. Dimensions in AutoCAD match reality exactly—no site revisits for missed measurements.

10 Minutes from Scan to AutoCAD

Scan a room in 3 minutes. Upload in 2 minutes. Export and import in 5 minutes. Traditional surveys take 2-3 hours for the same result.

20x More Affordable Than 3D Scanners

iMapper Racer 3 Plus costs way less than heavy 3D scanners. Professional accuracy without enterprise pricing.

Workflow steps

Step 1: Capture site data with iMapper

Place iMapper in the center of the room, press the button and iMapper will scan it in 2-3 minutes with ±2mm accuracy and 360° photos.

Step 2: Upload to iMapper Platform

Transfer via SD card or Connect app to platform.imapper.tech. Scans auto-stitch into complete floor plan.

Step 3: Export to DXF

Click Export > DXF. Choose metric or imperial. Download includes points, lines, and walls on separate layers.

Step 4: Open in AutoCAD

Go to File > Open > select .dxf file. iMapper data appears as native AutoCAD objects on editable layers.

Step 5: Start your design work

Point clouds and polylines are on separate layers. Trace walls or use as reference for your floor plans.

Step 6: Verify with photo cross-reference

Uncertain about a detail? Cross-reference the 360° photos captured during scanning—no site revisit needed.

iMapper creates 2D sections, not 3D mesh models.

Use cases

Renovation Surveys

Capture existing room conditions before demolition. Start AutoCAD design with accurate as-built data.

As-Built Documentation

Create accurate records of completed work for handover or facility management.

Interior Design

Base drawings with furniture-free room geometry for space planning in AutoCAD.

Residential Architecture

Precise floor plans for additions and remodels where existing conditions must be documented.

Category
CAD
Useful for
Architect
Output Formats
DXF
Recommended Format
DXF
Accuracy Statement
±2mm precision
Units
Metric and Imperial
Supported Versions
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
Last Updated
January 26, 2026

Frequently asked questions

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