STL files and carbide create

[jeffhayes3 (Jeff Hayes)]

Can some explain step by step on how to find a STL file on internet, download to a windows computer and place in file. Then how to open file so carbide create pro recognizes file so it can be milled.

[WillAdams (William Adams (Carbide 3D))]

Please see:

Instructions on How To 3D Carve using CC V7 Pro

First, configure the stock: [image] Draw in the geometry for the bowl and place as desired: [image] Inset by the desired width of the rim of the bowl: [image] [image] Offset to the outside of the bowl by endmill diameter plus 10%: [image] [image] Draw in geometry to define the stock (since we’ll be working subtractively): [image] Go to the 3D model tab and model the stock: [image] Select the geometry for the inner curve of the bowl and model it: [image] [image] Then im…

[StephenCox]

Etsy sells STL’s SVGs all kinds of files

[jeffhayes3 (Jeff Hayes)]

I have STL. Files in a file on windows computer, however when I try and import STL file using the import STL file in cc pro nothing imports. Any help would be greatly appreciated

[Tod1d (Tod (with 1 'd'))]

Can you share the file?

[WillAdams (William Adams (Carbide 3D))]

Please send the file to support@carbide3d.com and we’ll do our best to look into this w/ you.

[jeffhayes3 (Jeff Hayes)]

[WillAdams (William Adams (Carbide 3D))]

That is not an STL, but a 2D pixel image showing what a 3D STL would look like when cut.

It is a commercial image available at:

Horse relief 3D model for artcam vectric aspire vcarve cnc route | 3D Print...

If you still have this problem w/ a .stl file send it in to support@carbide3d.com and we’ll do our best to assist.