3D ContentCentral
3D ContentCentral® provides access to 3D models from component suppliers and individuals in all major CAD formats.
Supplier Content - links to supplier Web sites with certified 3D models.
User Library - links to models from individuals using 3D PartStream.NET.
You must accept a license agreement when you first open 3D ContentCentral before you can access the contents.
To access 3D ContentCentral:
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In the Task Pane, select the Design Library tab .
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Expand the 3D ContentCentral folder and subfolders.
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Select a category in the lower pane to link to a Web site.
You can search the 3D ContentCentral site, view, configure, and evaluate models online, and download models.
To search for 3D ContentCentral models using SolidWorks Search:
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In SolidWorks Search , select Files and Models and enter search criteria.
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View results on the Task Pane Search tab .
To search 3D Content Central,
Include 3D Content Central results must be enabled in Tools, Options, System Options, File and Model Search.
To search the 3D ContentCentral site:
You can search for:
Use the category or supplier listing displayed on the left pane to navigate on all pages.
Use the search text box displayed at the top of all pages.
Type a part number, a supplier name, or any other keyword and click Search.
You cannot search for models by specifications.
To submit your model to the 3D ContentCentral user library:
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Right-click 3D ContentCentral and select Share a Model .
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Follow the directions on the screen to enter your profile information and upload your model.
SolidWorks Corporation will review your model and inform you whether it is accepted for sharing.