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Thread doesn't get printed
Hi guys, I have a question:
I added a M12x1 thread to a part, but when i export it as a .stl, the thread disappears and doesn't get printed.
What am i doing wrong? :-/
Document: https://cad.onshape.com/documents/fae502ee64414dcf700973d1/w/8eab726e27600b04f500d1e9/e/1a89044c1fbd2279e6fc0f46
Best regards,
Werner
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Hi Werner. When you add a tapped hole using the Hole tool, Onshape will add cosmetic threads, so your part looks realisitc, but actual threads are not created. So, your .stl will be a smooth cylinder. If you want to 3D print threads, you will need to make them yourself. You can sweep a helix, or I think there are some thread custom features out there, like this one.