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How to import SolidWorks project?
alex_vestas
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How to import SolidWorks project, so that it is possible to edit files?
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https://cad.onshape.com/help/Content/uploadfiles.htm
I tried to import SLDPRT file, this create 'CAD import' and part name tab, when trying to access part name tab, it hangs with SW message logo and selection "Update.." "Download". I can't get a dimensions of part, and can't edit it. So SolidWorks models are not straight compatible with OnShape?
Everything in Onshape is asynchronous - the upload and the translate are two separate actions. Look for a Part Studio or Assembly tab with the converted geometry. SolidWorks and Onshape are two different CAD systems so there is no straight compatibility but they both run on Parasolid so the quality of import is 100%. Once imported you can take measurements and use direct editing tools (move face, etc.) to edit.
I'm just confused, what should I import? The SolidWorks model have the directory structure as follow:
├── 46in Cat Wheel Assy.STEP
├── Cat Wheel
│ ├── 46in Cat Wheel Assy.SLDASM
│ ├── 46inCW-00001.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00002.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00003.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00004.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00005.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00006.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-0.313USS_WASHER.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-A.SLDASM
│ ├── 46inCW-B.1.SLDASM
│ ├── 46inCW-B.SLDASM
│ ├── 60355K165_Ball Bearing.SLDPRT
│ └── MMC_5972K91_608 Ball Bearing.SLDPRT
└── Screenshot 2024-07-30 142353.png
Zip should have no folders and be called the same as the top level assembly as per help file, so..
├── 46in Cat Wheel Assy.zip
│ ├── 46in Cat Wheel Assy.SLDASM
│ ├── 46inCW-00001.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00002.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00003.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00004.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00005.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-00006.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-0.313USS_WASHER.SLDPRT
│ ├── 46inCW-A.SLDASM
│ ├── 46inCW-B.1.SLDASM
│ ├── 46inCW-B.SLDASM
│ ├── 60355K165_Ball Bearing.SLDPRT
│ └── MMC_5972K91_608 Ball Bearing.SLDPRT
I imported zip successfully. But I can't see dimensions of any parts, and can't edit them. I wanted to change the dimensions of the wheel and the plates.
It's a different CAD system so there are no dimensions or features. Have a skip through this https://cad.onshape.com/help/Content/Primer/importing_and_editing.htm?Highlight=direct%20editing
Is it possible a direct conversion from SolidWorks model to OnShape? (to convert from within Solidworks)
The closest to native direct conversion is Monarch, but it will only work for certain types of features.
Speak to your account manager we may have a solution for you.
For what features it will work?
You can't. Going from one cad system to another loses that ability.
What is your intention? You can buy these cat wheels for less than $100 on the internet. I don't think you could build one for less money buying the wood, plus all the time to make design changes.
If you really wanted to make your own design adjustments, this is a fairly simple project to start over from the beginning, that would be a good training project for cad.
Or you could email the grabcad author and ask if he could resize it for you in the native cad he designed it in.
https://grabcad.com/library/diy-cat-running-wheel-1
No, you will not find anything decent for this money: not even chinese junk. Multiply by x 3, plus shipping. I have a lot of plywood, too.