but they mentioned it is usually in the file they open - I am assuming this other individual/company typically work's with files supplied to them as native SolidWorks files). (I did ask the individual the same question. I also do not have a background in CAD design, so I don't know or understand all of the ways objects/files of differing formats can flow between different CAD software programs that come with experience.ġa) What should I be providing in addition to the STEP file, so the individual has the dimension information they need? I do not have much experience using CAD software. This file would be used to CNC a metal mold that will be used for producing parts via injection molding. The solid's unit of measurement is 'mm' and all dimensions are as I expect when I rechecked the measurements using a measurement tool. It's a 3D solid with corners, an extruded cylinder, a chamfered edge all where they should be.

I can open my STEP file in FreeCAD or Fusion360, and everything looks OK. I understand this to be correct(?) because that's how STEP files are - they don't contain some information. When my STEP file from CADexchanger is opened in SolidWorks, the other individual mentions that there is no dimension information. I am working with a individual who has SolidWorks. FreeCAD (used only to verify my STEP files work in an additional environment other than DesignSPark and Fusion360, and to confirm some dimension measurements).ĭesignSpark ->. Fusion360 (trial version) (evaulating this to see if Fusion360 will need to be part of my workflow, and perhaps migrate to from DesignSpark). CADexchanger (trial version) (part of a work flow that results in my DesignSpark files being converted to STEP files). DesignSpark Mechanical (my 3D models/objects have all been created in this environment). I believe the short version of what I am asking is, what file(s) do I need to provide someone who is using SolidWorks, so they can proceed with making a cost estimate for producing a mold via CNC? I'm aware my question may be a little vague.

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