Is there an example of how external 3D models integrate into a DSM project?
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DesignSpark Mechanical V6.0Follow these steps using an example part to find out 3D models from our online catalogue (like TraceParts) can be integrated into a DSM project.
Open the 3D model library via the Design tab in the software. Then, search for this manufacturer part number: 67068-8001
Click on the top result and either download to a folder or insert directly into DSM (options highlighted).
Working with imported 3D model in DSM
Now that you have the external 3D model, let’s make a cut-out of it in a solid, like how you would make peripheral ports for an electronics enclosure.
1. Create a cube of 20mm x 20mm x 10mm.
2. With the Move tool, manoeuvre the connector into the panel with only the input touching the top surface.
3. Select the Combine tool. Left-click on the panel once and then click on the USB connector. The USB connector acts like a cutter carving its shape through the panel.
4. Triple click on the panel remnant lodged in the connector input and Delete. Highlighted orange in below:
5. Once completed, the embedded connector should look like this (front face & right face profiles shown).
