SketchUp does not offer STL creation directly within the program. Its interface was created with 3D printing in mind. Tinkercad is great for 3D printing simple geometrical objects. You can also just load your native CAD into our online quoting tool to get instant pricing! The CAD softwares covered below:ĭon't have CAD software? SolidView is an affordable solution for non-CAD users to prepare STL files from many popular CAD formats. If your CAD software is not listed below or if you require additional assistance, please contact your CAD software technical support for information about exporting to an STL. The following step-by-step instructions for converting CAD files to STL came from each CAD software company’s website or from 3D printing and design user forums it’s an overall simplified step-by-step process from the greater 3D printing community. We’ve compiled tips on exporting for the best “surface: file” size ratio below. These are the parameters that affect the faceting of the STL.

When exporting to STL in your CAD package, you may see parameters for chord height, deviation, angle tolerance, poly count, or something similar. Simply sign-in, upload your CAD file(s), make your desired selections, click order, and get parts as fast as 2 days!

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