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Step models for PCB footprints

Hello

We are considering adding 3D step models to our PCB footprints.

Where does one find these 3D models in order to do this?

I found a place on the web that has 3D models for download but they have a different file extension than .stp.

I downloaded one and tried to map to an existing PCB footprint but the step molel packager didn't see the model extension .skp that it was created in.

I know of a 3rd party software program avaliable to help do this but not everyone will be able to afford to purchase it.

Any ideas on how to accomplish this?

Thanks,

Carvey

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oldmouldy over 11 years ago

SKP is probably not a step file, these would typically be STP, or STEP, but there is no guarantee that the file extension is in anyway related to the actual file contents. Try 3D Content Central, or Grab CAD for STEP files - "other free download sites for STEP files are avaiable"!
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oldmouldy over 11 years ago

SKP is probably not a step file, these would typically be STP, or STEP, but there is no guarantee that the file extension is in anyway related to the actual file contents. Try 3D Content Central, or Grab CAD for STEP files - "other free download sites for STEP files are avaiable"!
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