Stephen M. Posted September 3, 2019 Share Posted September 3, 2019 Has anyone opened a .step file? It's a format I got from a truss supplier and I'm trying to import a model of an exhibit booth. Quote Link to comment
Stephen M. Posted September 3, 2019 Author Share Posted September 3, 2019 And just as I asked this question I went back to my Spotlight and see there is an import for the format, so I'm giving it a try. Quote Link to comment
Pat Stanford Posted September 3, 2019 Share Posted September 3, 2019 STEP is my favorite import format for 3D mechanical parts. I have found it works better (cleaner objects, better colors) than the other options. But it all depends on how the original model was made. It can be too detailed or just a bad export and not work well. With most suppliers, I test all of the formats available and use the one that works best for my needs. Pat Quote Link to comment
Stephen M. Posted September 3, 2019 Author Share Posted September 3, 2019 Thanks Pat, I did the import and the 14mb file blew up into a 187mb file! It is a bit heavier than I had hoped but it worked. Quote Link to comment
MrBChillin Posted February 4, 2020 Share Posted February 4, 2020 I work primarily in spotlight for live events and have several company's with step files available to be used. Would it be better for the community that I have then submit to you submit to VW for conversion and to put in general libraries for public use.? Quote Link to comment
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