Recover .CATPART Files Lost After an Operating System Failure

Have files been deleted due to a user’s error or software error? Have you formatted a disk by accident and need to know how to recover the files? Read our .CATPART file recovery guide for Windows, MacOS, Android and IOS in 2024.

Recover .CATPART Files Lost After an Operating System Failure

What is a .CATPART file?

Part file created by CATIA V5, a 3D CAD manufacturing application; stores a part model, including the three-dimensional geometry and structure data; can be combined with other parts into a .CATPRODUCT assembly file.

What Are Common Causes of ".CATPART" Files Lost or Failure?

There are several common causes of ".CATPART" files lost or failure:

  1. Accidental deletion: Users may accidentally delete the ".CATPART" files while organizing or cleaning up their computer's storage.
  2. Software or hardware issues: Issues with the CAD software or hardware, such as sudden power failure, software crashes, or system errors, can lead to ".CATPART" file loss or corruption.
  3. Virus or malware attack: Malicious software can infect and corrupt ".CATPART" files, making them inaccessible or unusable.
  4. File system errors: Errors in the file system, such as bad sectors on the hard drive or file system corruption, can result in ".CATPART" file loss or failure.
  5. Human error: Mistakes made by users, such as improper file handling, accidental formatting of the storage device, or improper shutdown of the CAD software, can lead to ".CATPART" file loss.
  6. Storage media failure: Hard drive failure, memory card corruption, or other issues with the storage media can result in the loss or failure of ".CATPART" files.
  7. Incompatibility issues: Opening or modifying ".CATPART" files in incompatible CAD software versions or using incompatible file formats can cause file corruption or loss.

To prevent ".CATPART" file loss or failure, it is recommended to regularly backup important files, use reliable storage media, keep the CAD software and hardware up-to-date, and use reputable antivirus software to protect against malware.

How to recover lost ".CATPART" files?

Sometimes while working with a computer, laptop or other stationary or mobile devices, you may encounter various bugs, freezes, hardware or software failures, even in spite of regular updates and junk cleaning. As a result, an important ".CATPART" file may be deleted.

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By no means should you think that the only way to recover a ".CATPART" file is always to create it once more.

Use programs for recovering ".CATPART" files if a file was lost after accidental or deliberate deleting, formatting the memory card or the internal storage, cleaning the storage device, after a virus attack or a system failure.

Programs to recover ".CATPART" files

Looking for a way to get files back? In cases when files were deleted and they cannot be restored by using standard operating system tools, use Hetman Partition Recovery.

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Follow the directions below:

  1. Download Hetman Partition Recovery, install and start the program.

  2. The program will automatically scan the computer and display all hard disks and removable drives connected to it, as well as physical and local disks.

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  3. Double-click on the disk from which you need to recover ".CATPART" files, and select analysis type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Analysis Type
  4. When the scanning is over, you will be shown the files for recovery.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Files that Can be Restored
  5. To find a file you need, use the program’s interface to open the folder it was deleted from, or go to the folder "Content-Aware Analysis" and select the required file type.

    Hetman Partition Recovery - Deep Scan
  6. Select the files you have been looking for and click "Recovery".

    File Recovery Software - Files List for Recovery
  7. Choose one of the methods for saving the files and recover them.

    Saving recovered files in Hetman Partition Recovery

How to open file with ".CATPART" extension?

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Programs that open ".CATPART" files

Windows
Dassault Systemes CATIA Dassault Systemes CATIA
Autodesk Inventor 2020 Autodesk Inventor 2020
Autodesk Fusion 360 Autodesk Fusion 360
Okino Computer Graphics PolyTrans Okino Computer Graphics PolyTrans

Additional Information

  • File type: CATIA V5 Part File

  • File extension: .CATPART

  • Developer: Dassault Systemes

  • Category: CAD Files

  • Format: Binary

  • Mime-type: application/octet-stream

  • HEX: 56 35 5F 43 46 56 32 00

  • ASCII: V5_CFV2

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Vladimir Artiukh

Author: Vladimir Artiukh, Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

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Editor: Oleg Afonin, Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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Questions and answers

  • How can I create a ".CATPART backup" file in CATIA?

    To create a ".CATPART backup" file in CATIA, you can follow these steps:

    1. Open the CATIA software and load the CATPart file that you want to create a backup for.
    2. Go to the "File" menu and select the "Save As" option.
    3. In the "Save As" dialog box, choose the desired location where you want to save the backup file.
    4. In the "File name" field, give a name to the backup file, ensuring that you keep the ".CATPART" extension.
    5. Next, click on the "Options" button located at the bottom right corner of the dialog box.
    6. In the "Options" dialog box, check the box next to "Backup" under the "Save" section.
    7. Specify the desired backup format, such as "CATPart Backup" or "CATPart Backup with Geometrical Tolerances."
    8. Click on the "OK" button to close the "Options" dialog box.
    9. Finally, click on the "Save" button in the "Save As" dialog box to create the backup file.

    CATIA will now save a backup copy of the CATPart file with the specified format and extension in the chosen location.

  • What is the purpose of a ".CATPART backup" file in CATIA?

    A ".CATPART backup" file in CATIA is created as a backup copy of a CATIA part (.CATPART) file. The purpose of this backup file is to provide a safety net in case the original part file gets corrupted or lost. It allows users to restore the part file to a previous state or recover data from it in case of any unforeseen issues or errors. The backup file ensures that valuable design data is not permanently lost and can be easily retrieved if needed.

  • How can I restore a ".CATPART backup" file in CATIA?

    To restore a ".CATPART backup" file in CATIA, follow these steps:

    1. Open CATIA and go to the "File" menu.
    2. Select "Open" from the drop-down menu.
    3. In the file selection dialog box, locate and select the ".CATPART backup" file you want to restore.
    4. Click on the "Open" button to open the file.

    CATIA will now open the ".CATPART backup" file, and you can continue working on it as you would with any other CATIA file.

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