Importing a CAD model

You can import existing CAD model files to begin the part design process. Before you import a model, it is best that you first create a new project or open an existing project. When you import a CAD model, you are prompted to select the following settings:

• mesh type
• units (when an STL model is selected)

Information specific to STL is also included below.

Note: Autodesk Moldflow Design Link is the preferred method for importing geometry data.

1. Open an existing project or create a new project.
2. Click (Home tab > Import panel > Import), or right-click in the Project View pane and select Import.
3. Select the correct file extension for your CAD model from the Files of type drop-down list.
4. Navigate to the folder where your CAD model is located and select it.
5. Click Open.
6. Select the appropriate mesh type from the Import dialog, then click OK.
   Note: If you chose to import an STL model, (with extension *.stl) you will also need to specify the appropriate units from the Import dialog.
7. Click OK.

The model appears inside the Project View pane.