Learn NX-OPEN with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Installation Setup
Install Siemens NX with NX Open support
Ensure proper licensing for API usage
Set up programming environment (Python, C#, or Java IDE)
Include NX Open libraries and DLLs in project
Configure environment variables if needed
Environment Setup
Install Siemens NX with NX Open libraries
Set up IDE for preferred language
Include NX Open DLLs or jars in project
Configure PATH or environment variables
Ensure valid NX license
Config Files
NXOpen assemblies and DLLs
*.py, *.cs, *.java, *.cpp - scripts
Configuration files for batch operations
NX environment variables
License configuration
Cli Commands
Run NX journal from command line
Start NX session with script
Batch processing via NX Server
Export models using NX Open API
Monitor session logs and errors
Internationalization
Supports multiple languages in UI
Unicode for part names and attributes
Localization for regional units
Date/time and measurement formatting
Compliance with international CAD standards
Accessibility
Accessible via supported programming languages
NX GUI optional for automation
Integrates with IDE debugging tools
Community forums and official documentation
Training courses for NX Open
Ui Styling
Optional: scripts can invoke NX dialogs
Mostly headless automation
Use consistent naming for parts and features
Organize scripts and modules
Document API calls for maintainability
State Management
Session maintains active parts and assemblies
Scripts manage feature creation/modification
Attributes track parameters and metadata
Undo/redo managed by NX kernel
External state can be logged or exported
Data Management
Geometry and assembly data in NX files
Custom attributes for parts/features
Integration with PLM database
Export reports and metadata
Manage versions and revisions