How do I orientate an imported STP model with my sketch planes??

Richard_H

I've imported a STP model but I can't orientate it with my sketch planes.

I'm sure i'm missing something simple - or maybe not.

Instructions will be much appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

owen_sparks

@Richard_H

Here's one way to do it:-

clickmebaby

If you use the roll back bar in the feature tree you'll be able to see the steps.  Shout if it doesn't make sense.

Cheers,

Owen S.

grochino

Hi Richard! You can use the Transform tool for this.
https://cad.onshape.com/help/#transform.htm?

If you need more help, please post a link to your document.

owen_sparks

Hi, and welcome to the forum.

Have a look in the help section under "transform", specifically "transform by mate connector".  If it doesn't make sense please post a link to what you've got so far and somebody will help you out.

Cheers,

Owen S.

michael_mcclain

Depending on the imported model, whether it's with faults or not, I like to clean up the model, reorient it and export as a parasolid into a tab and reimport back into the same document.

I've had issues with models that are so slow that they drag everything down with them so I find this to be a good method before I start using the file. It can keep the tree tidier and decrease Regen time on really troublesome files.

Richard_H

Thank you for your answers.

I've had a look at 'Transform' but i still can't get the model to orientate.

I've shared a link to the file and will appreciate any help.

Many thanks.

owen_sparks

Hi, can't see a link I'm afraid.

Cheers,

Owen S

Richard_H

https://cad.onshape.com/documents/7af6cf31a8a34e71036b26e6/w/00d0b42737be33559eadc918/e/1590ccccaa96520c5170a32d

MBartlett21

Richard_H said:

I've shared a link to the file and will appreciate any help.

@Richard_H

What is the link?

owen_sparks

@Richard_H

Here's one way to do it:-

clickmebaby

If you use the roll back bar in the feature tree you'll be able to see the steps.  Shout if it doesn't make sense.

Cheers,

Owen S.

Richard_H

Thank you Owen.  Orientated now....easy when you know how to!!

Cheers everyone.

owen_sparks

Sure thing, it's like that here

Cheers,

Owen S.