To Send a 3D Model to a 3D Printing Service

  1. Open the DWG file that contains the 3D model you wish to print.
  2. Optimize your model for 3D printing.
  3. Click the Output tab 3D Print panel Send to 3D Print Service. Find

    If necessary, set the 3D Basics or 3D Modeling workspace current.

  4. In the 3D Printing - Prepare Model for Printing dialog box, click Continue.
  5. In the selected DWG file, select the solids or watertight meshes you wish to print.
  6. In the 3D Print Options dialog box, specify output dimensions, including scale and bounding box length, width, and height.
    Note: If you modify output dimensions, the output preview remains unchanged.
  7. Save your prepared drawing as an STL file.
  8. Select a 3D printing service provider.
  9. Follow the directions on your service provider’s website to:
    • Set up an account
    • Receive a price quote
    • Upload your STL file
    • Order your model
    • Pay for your model