How do you convert a 3D object to a SolidWorks part?

Can you open a 3D object in SolidWorks?

To import a 3D model: Click Project > Models > Import Model. In the Import dialog box, browse to a model and click Open. In the Import Settings dialog box, accept the default settings and click OK.

Can I import an OBJ into SolidWorks?

Obj files can also be imported through SOLIDWORKS File/Open but you must select PS OBJ Reference Mesh (*. OBJ) as the file type before selecting the OBJ file.

How do you convert STL to Sldprt?

How to convert STL to sldprt

1. Go to the option menu in SolidWorks.
2. Select import.
3. then select STL options.
4. Finally select Solid Body.
5. Now you can open your STL files in SolidWorks to make any modification.

How do I convert a mesh file to SolidWorks?

To import mesh files:

1. Click Open (Standard toolbar) or File > Open.
2. In the dialog box, in Files of type, select Mesh Files (*. stl, *. obj;*. off;*. …
3. Browse to a file to open.
4. Click Options.
5. In the dialog box, set Import as to one of the following and click OK. Graphics Body. Solid Body. …
6. Click Open. The file is imported.

How do I convert STL to OBJ?

Another easy way to convert an STL to OBJ is within your preferred modeling program. Most CAD programs, such as Blender or Fusion 360, can import/export in both STL and OBJ. So one great way to convert is to import your STL into the program and then export the model as an OBJ file.

How do I convert a graphic to a part in SolidWorks?

With the standard SOLIDWORKS BREP body or graphic body open, click Insert > Feature > Convert to Mesh Body . For Selected Bodies , select solid, surface, graphics closed, or open bodies. You cannot select mixed body types. You can only convert one body type at a time.

Can I convert STL to SolidWorks?

As you can see, SOLIDWORKS 2018 allows you to leverage the STL format file, by converting the STL mesh to a BREP solid or surface, thereby giving you the functionality needed to make modifications, and create tooling right from your STL!

What is Scan to 3D in SolidWorks?

Using the SOLIDWORKS software’s ScanTo3D functionality, you can open scan data from any scanner (mesh or point cloud files) or curve data from mathematics software, prepare the data, then convert it into a surface or solid model.

How do I create an OBJ file in SolidWorks?

To export a SOLIDWORKS document that has mesh or cloud point data: Click File > Save As.

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Select a file format in Save as type:

1. xyz)
2. wrl). Click Options to set export options.
3. stl). Click Options to set export options.
4. 3ds)
5. obj)

What type of files can SolidWorks open?

SolidWorks supported native or neutral formats are IGES, DXF, DWG, STEP, ACIS, STL, Parasolid, PDF, VDA.

Can FreeCAD open SOLIDWORKS files?

Not with FreeCAD there isn’t. sldprt is a proprietary file format. You need to use another proprietary program, SolidWorks or a competitor, to export it to an open format.

How do I convert STEP files to SOLIDWORKS?

To open STEP, IGES, and ACIS files in SOLIDWORKS:

1. Click Open (Standard toolbar) or File > Open.
2. In the dialog box, in Files of type, select the desired file format: STEP AP203/214/242 (*. …
3. In the dialog box, browse to the desired file.
4. Click Options.
5. In the System Options dialog box, set options including: …
6. Click OK.