Technical product documentation - Organization and naming of layers for CAD - Part 1: Overview and principles

ISO 13567-1:2017 establishes the general principles of layer structuring within CAD files. Layers are used to control visibility and to manage and communicate CAD file data. Layer names are used to represent this structure. The principles are applicable to all parties involved in preparing and using technical documentation on computer systems. Although these principles are primarily for users, CAD system developers are expected to provide software tools capable of implementing and supporting ISO 13567-1:2017. An important use is also to structure data in component libraries produced by third parties.

Documentation technique de produits — Organisation et dénomination des couches de CAO — Partie 1: Vue d'ensemble et principes

L'ISO 13567-1:2017 établit les principes généraux de la structuration en couches au sein des fichiers de CAO. Les couches sont utilisées dans le but de contrôler la visibilité, de gérer et de communiquer les données d'un fichier de CAO. Les noms des couches sont utilisés pour représenter cette structure. Ces recommandations sont applicables à toutes les parties impliquées dans la préparation et l'utilisation de documentation technique sur ordinateur. Bien que ces recommandations soient essentiellement destinées aux utilisateurs, les développeurs de système de CAO sont supposés fournir des outils logiciels capables d'implanter et de supporter l'ISO 13567-1:2017. Une autre utilisation importante est la structuration des données dans des bibliothèques de composants produites par des tiers.

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
19-Sep-2017
Current Stage
9093 - International Standard confirmed
Start Date
13-Oct-2023
Completion Date
13-Dec-2025

Relations

Effective Date
06-Jun-2022
Effective Date
21-Nov-2015

Overview

ISO 13567-1:2017, titled Technical product documentation – Organization and naming of layers for CAD – Part 1: Overview and principles, is an international standard developed by ISO to establish foundational principles for structuring layers within CAD (Computer-Aided Design) files. This standard focuses on the organization and naming of layers to efficiently manage, control visibility, and communicate CAD file data across various stakeholders involved in technical product documentation.

The standard applies universally to all parties preparing and using CAD technical documentation and expects CAD software developers to support and implement these principles. It also facilitates the structuring of component library data sourced from third parties, enhancing interoperability and data management.

Key Topics

  • Layer Structuring Principles
    ISO 13567-1 defines the logical separation between the conceptual organization of CAD data and how this organization is coded within CAD software systems. This approach ensures layer organization meets functional user needs without being limited by system-specific constraints.

  • Layer Naming Conventions
    The standard promotes a faceted classification system for naming layers, where different classifiers represent independent aspects of information. This structure allows flexible filtering, viewing, and extracting of data to meet diverse requirements.

  • Use of Existing Classifications
    The naming codes incorporate relevant international or national classification systems where applicable, encouraging coherence with established coding standards without reserving specific codes within ISO 13567-1 itself.

  • Terminology and Definitions
    ISO 13567-1 clarifies key terms such as layer, CAD model, CAD drawing, plot, and reference file, ensuring consistent understanding across the industry.

  • Data Transfer and Interoperability
    By standardizing layer organization and naming, the document supports seamless exchange of CAD data between different systems, organizations, and countries, thereby defining responsibilities and facilitating multi-disciplinary collaboration.

Applications

  • Efficient CAD Data Management
    Implementing ISO 13567-1 improves the management of complex CAD files through clearly structured layers, helping users to control visibility and isolate specific data parts easily.

  • Enhanced Collaboration
    The standard's universal principles enable multiple stakeholders-designers, engineers, architects, manufacturers-to better coordinate by using a common framework for CAD layer organization and naming.

  • Software Development and Integration
    CAD software developers use this standard to design tools and features that support consistent layer naming conventions and structure, ensuring user compliance and data integrity.

  • Component Library Structuring
    Third-party suppliers can organize component data libraries according to ISO 13567-1, streamlining integration with client CAD systems and improving reuse of standard components.

  • Cross-Industry Use
    Although ISO 13567-2 focuses specifically on construction projects, Part 1 principles are applicable across multiple industries such as mechanical engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, and infrastructure.

Related Standards

  • ISO 13567-2 – Technical product documentation - Organization and naming of layers for CAD - Part 2: Concepts, format and codes used in construction documentation. This companion document applies the principles of ISO 13567-1 specifically to construction projects.

  • ISO 10209:2012 – Technical product documentation - Vocabulary relating to technical drawings, product definition, and documentation, supporting consistent terminology.

  • ISO 11442:2006 – Technical product documentation - Document management, addressing overall documentation workflows complementary to CAD data structuring.

  • ISO 5455:1979 – Technical drawings - Scales, relevant for presenting CAD drawings according to standardized scale conventions.

Benefits of ISO 13567-1:2017

  • Promotes clear communication and data consistency across CAD users worldwide.
  • Supports layer visibility control essential for both screen display and printed documentation.
  • Facilitates data interoperability and reduces errors in CAD file exchanges.
  • Enables dynamic layering and referencing techniques that improve CAD model management.
  • Encourages adoption of established classification systems to enhance international CAD standardization.

Keywords: ISO 13567-1, CAD layer organization, CAD layer naming, technical product documentation, CAD data management, faceted classification, CAD visibility control, international CAD standards, CAD file structuring, component libraries, CAD interoperability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ISO 13567-1:2017 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Technical product documentation - Organization and naming of layers for CAD - Part 1: Overview and principles". This standard covers: ISO 13567-1:2017 establishes the general principles of layer structuring within CAD files. Layers are used to control visibility and to manage and communicate CAD file data. Layer names are used to represent this structure. The principles are applicable to all parties involved in preparing and using technical documentation on computer systems. Although these principles are primarily for users, CAD system developers are expected to provide software tools capable of implementing and supporting ISO 13567-1:2017. An important use is also to structure data in component libraries produced by third parties.

ISO 13567-1:2017 establishes the general principles of layer structuring within CAD files. Layers are used to control visibility and to manage and communicate CAD file data. Layer names are used to represent this structure. The principles are applicable to all parties involved in preparing and using technical documentation on computer systems. Although these principles are primarily for users, CAD system developers are expected to provide software tools capable of implementing and supporting ISO 13567-1:2017. An important use is also to structure data in component libraries produced by third parties.

ISO 13567-1:2017 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 01.110 - Technical product documentation; 35.240.10 - Computer-aided design (CAD). The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

ISO 13567-1:2017 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 18197:2015, ISO 13567-1:1998. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 13567-1
Second edition
2017-09
Technical product documentation —
Organization and naming of layers
for CAD —
Part 1:
Overview and principles
Documentation technique de produits — Organisation et
dénomination des couches de CAO —
Partie 1: Vue d'ensemble et principes
Reference number
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ISO 2017
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative reference . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 General . 2
5 Fundamental principles . 2
5.1 Organizational convention . 2
5.2 Layer name format convention . 2
5.3 Code convention . 3
Bibliography . 4
Foreword
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 10, Technical product documentation,
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This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (13567-1:1998), of which it constitutes a minor
revision to update the Bibliography.
A list of all parts in the ISO 13567 series can be found on the ISO website.
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Introduction
The ISO 13567 series consists of two parts which deal with CAD layer organization and naming.
ISO 13567-1 has a general application whereas ISO 13567-2 is applicable to construction projects.
The purpose of the ISO 13567 series is to establish a common international basis for organizing data in
CAD systems that covers the structuring of data into l
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NORME ISO
INTERNATIONALE 13567-1
Deuxième édition
2017-09
Documentation technique de
produits — Organisation et
dénomination des couches de CAO —
Partie 1:
Vue d'ensemble et principes
Technical product documentation — Organization and naming of
layers for CAD —
Part 1: Overview and principles
Numéro de référence
©
ISO 2017
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Sommaire Page
Avant-propos .iv
Introduction .v
1 Domaine d'application . 1
2 Référence normative . 1
3 Termes et définitions . 1
4 Généralités . 2
5 Principes fondamentaux . 2
5.1 Convention organisationnelle . 2
5.2 Convention de format du nom de couche . 3
5.3 Convention de code . 3
Bibliographie . 4
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Une liste de toutes les parties de la série de normes ISO 13567 peut être consultée sur le site de l’ISO.
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Introduction
La série de normes ISO 13567 est constituée de deux parties ayant trait à l’organisation et à la
dénomination de couches de CAO. L’ISO 13567-1, a un domaine d’application général, tandis que
l’ISO 13567-2 est applicable aux projets de construction.
L’objet de la série de normes ISO 13567 est d’établir une base commune internationale pour l’organisation
des données dans les systèmes de CAO qui couvre la structuration des données en couches.
NORME INTERNATIONALE ISO 13567-1:2017(F)
Documentation technique de produits — Organisation et
dénomination des couches de CAO —
Partie 1:
Vue d'ensemble et principes
1 Domaine d'application
Le présent document établit les principes généraux de la structuration en couches au sein des fichiers
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