Can I import .igs/stl/dfx/dwg/3d model

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poolrod
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Can I import .igs/stl/dfx/dwg/3d model

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My 3d model import is greyed out. I also need a good process for a guitar neck. Thank you all.

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Re: Can I import .igs/stl/dfx/dwg/3d model

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poolrod wrote:My 3d model import is greyed out. I also need a good process for a guitar neck. Thank you all.
- Make sure you have started a new project before attempting to Import a model

- A good process for a guitar neck is the two-rail sweep tool
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Re: Can I import .igs/stl/dfx/dwg/3d model

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Thank you, I figured that out, now trying to get vectors off my stl, it won't select anything. Thank you.

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Re: Can I import .igs/stl/dfx/dwg/3d model

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You can auto-trace the STL model, then use the reduce nodes tool and manually edit remaining nodes...or just trace your STL manually with the vector drawing tools.
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Re: Can I import .igs/stl/dfx/dwg/3d model

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Thank you, Michael. I program and run large Mazak 5-axis at The Boeing Company with Mastercam and Catia, a friend has a Probotix Meteor Fireball router and wanted to make a Guitar, so far I'm failing, emc2 won't read Mastercam code or life would be good.

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