Importing STL files

STL (Standard Tessellation Language) is a file format native to stereolithography CAD software, with a *.stl extension.

You can import a standard format STL file directly into FeatureCAM, and it is imported as a single pickable entity, that does not include surfaces or solids.

An STL entity can be machined using 3D surface machining strategies, or can be used as a stock model.

FeatureCAM supports both binary and ASCII STL.

To import an STL file:

1. Select File > Import.

   The Import window opens.

2. At the bottom of the Import window, for Files of type, select Supported types, STL, or All.
3. Browse to the STL file you want to import and either double-click its name, or select it and click Open.

   Follow the steps in the wizard.