Geometry → Import geometry

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Purpose

Load external CAD geometry from a STEP file.

Steps

  1. Click Import geometry.

    Import geometry controls

  2. Choose a STEP file and open it. Inspect the imported model and its dimensions before continuing.

    Import geometry controls

Inputs and units

Input or valueMeaningUnits
CAD fileSTEP geometry selected in the file dialog..step or .stp
DimensionsCheck the displayed extent against the expected physical size.Current display length units

Limitations

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