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Objective:

Learn how to export STL, OBJ, or PLY files.

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Procedure:

In order to export STL, OBJ, or PLY files, you will need a mesh since these are mesh formats. 1. Convert your part to a Mesh. Common blocks for conversion are:
  • Mesh from Implicit Body
  • Mesh from CAD Body
  • Mesh from Voxel Grid
2. Optional: Refine the mesh using one or more of the following blocks:
  • Remesh Surface
  • Refine Mesh
  • Simplify by Amount
  • Simplify by Threshold
  • Find more tips on refining here
3. Export the Mesh
  • Add an Export Mesh block. This allows you to define units, file locations, and file types for a repeatable workflow.
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  • Right-click the final mesh block and select Export for fast one-off exports
And that’s it! You’ve successfully exported a mesh file. Are you still having issues? Contact the support team, and we’ll be happy to help!

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Keywords:

Export stl mesh ply obj meshing 3mf remesh refine simplify exporting