RazMan
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| posted on 17/9/07 at 10:17 AM |
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Reading STL files
I've got some chassis and bodywork drawings that I would like to edit. They are STL files so I need to know which of the basic CAD packages will
be able to read them.
Any ideas?
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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SeaBass
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| posted on 17/9/07 at 10:21 AM |
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Define basic. I know for a fact Pro/Engineer and Solidworks would be suitable. ProDesktop 8 will export stereolithography files but not import.
Cheers
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RazMan
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| posted on 17/9/07 at 10:49 AM |
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I am fairly proficient with 2D progs like CorelDraw etc but 3D is a bit daunting to me so I need a novice style prog that will allow basic editing
(moving a chassis rail, tweaking a door measurement etc) so that I can make a new CNC buck in foam or something similar.
Cheers,
Raz
When thinking outside the box doesn't work any more, it's time to build a new box
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mcerd1
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| posted on 17/9/07 at 11:08 AM |
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try Rhino
free evaluation copy to download to start with (25 saves)
its got built in tutorials
www.rhino3d.com
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bigandy
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| posted on 17/9/07 at 11:21 AM |
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Solidworks will handle STL files just fine. YOu can import them as a solid body or surface body which is nice...
Cheers
Andy
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