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importing step - part studio vs assembly
Hi, Is there a way to import step files of assemblies and having a seperate part studio for each part in the assembly (preferably recognising instances of the same part) So NOT having all the parts in 1 part studio. Seems logical, but I can't find a way to do so.
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What is the best way to extract or make a sketch of this profile?
I tried to use Use but got the "Some of the face edges could not be used in the sketch." message. Here is the model sectioned showing the profile I would like to capture.…
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How to properly use imported FeatureScript in my own FeatureScript
I'm just starting to learn FeatureScript and have been able to use it in creating some simple geometry. Now I want to add in functionality of other FeatureScripts and have tried following the information in the imports section of the documentation. The FeatureScript I am trying to use is [Feature] Surface Text, and I would…
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How to read in specific variables from a CSV based on user inputs
Howdy Folks, I am trying to scan the first two columns of rows in a CSV using two numeric user inputs as the search key and find a match. Then, return the remaining two column values as variables required for creating a hub on a sprocket. Every simplification/variation of the code that I have tried returns the same…
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Import Part Numbers from Inventor FIle
Can anyone advise on how to correctly export from inventor and import into OnShape so that part numbers on parts in Inventor pull through? I am able to import the zipped folder OK and the assemblies and parts all import OK but the part numbers are missing... Also the Inventor Pack & Go seems to package the flat pattern for…
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using existing parts for a new part
Hi, I've got a bunch of small parts I getting printed at the library, so I have to work with their requirements. they have a setup fee for each part, which I'd like to avoid. Therefore, I would like to take a bunch of parts from more than one part studio, and move them into another part studio ( can be the same document,…
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TableData Reading First Element as String
I'm writing a feature to read in a CSV of airfoil data points and plot them on a plane. When reading my CSV the import appears to be formatting the first element of the file as a sting. I have looked at the file, it's not formatted that way in excel or .txt editors. It seems to be local to this. Generically my code is:…
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Why do assemblies lose mates when inserted into other assemblies?
New user here. I downloaded & imported a pneumatic cylinder STEP file. As expected, the parts were not constrained. So I Fixed except the rod, adding a concentric mate with limits to that only movable part. It worked great until I brought that assembly into another assembly. None of the parts were Fixed or mated. Why?
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I can´t visualize my STEPfile.
Hello! I've imported some STEP parts and some of them appears on "my Onshape" but when I try to open it, all that shows is the document page with a pop-up that lets me download or update the file.
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Diptrace STEP file issue
Hi - I'm working with a step file exported from Diptrace (PCB Layout software) - I create the 3D model in Diptrace (looks fine) - then export it as a STEP file. I need to import this into OnShape for further work (enclosure) I can import the file - but there are some errors in topography. (The PCB lacks a top - so it looks…
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How to edit imported STEP files
Hi, I have imported a STEP file successfully but I can't seem to edit it. In the part manager I can select individual faces/shapes but when I try to delete them the whole part deletes. Any ideas what I am doing wrong? Thanks…
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Delete imported stp Files
I've imported a bunch of stp files and now have them in part studios. which is fine for now. Can I delete the original imported .stp tab?
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Max workable file size for importing mesh into OS
Hi all I'm rebuilding a large vintage aero engine and will be getting some parts scanned to import into OS then regenerate as onshape models. The largest is a 1m long, 0.12m diameter hollow trunk with four outlets, (2 at each end). It has compound curves at the outlets and it quite an elegant piece. Another is a large…
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Why can't I shell this object / import
Hi my name is Owen and I am trying to design an iPhone 11 case by using a shell tool around a model of the iPhone 11. But for some reason every time I try to shell the object it says "could not shell part with selections" Ive been stuck on this for hours so any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Owen Morrison