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Sources for 3D CAD Models not in the KOP

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Sources for 3D CAD Models not in the KOP

The 2014 FRC KOP comes with many of the same standard components we've seen for a few years now, with the exception of the CIM motor coolers and the new AndyMark 14U chassis. PTC gives you all these items as Creo CAD files in the standard KOP downloads on www.ptc.com/go/firstkop. If you are looking for other items such as hardware, fasteners, constrution materials, etc. here are some good locations to check out. If you canont find a unique item, always try the manufacturer's site first to see if they provide CAD or a recomendation for acquiring CAD.

  • 3DMODELSPACE
    Here you can find a wide selection of mechanical components and this tab is easily accessible in the Creo browser.
  • 80/20 Inc.
    Lots of good design tips on their site, but CAD is limited to DXF which can be imported into Sketcher.
  • AndyMark
    Most of the items on the AM site have a neutral file download option (STEP/IGES) on the Files & Documents tab. If not, just contact AM and ask for it.
  • BIMBA
    All the BIMBA products are available as s 3D CAD download in STEP format.
  • FIRST CAD Library
    Large selection of FIRST related components, but has not been updated in a while...
  • FESTO
    All the FESTO products are available as s 3D CAD download in STEP format.
  • GrabCAD
    Community supported, open access CAD library.
  • Grainger Industrial Supply
    Great selection of just about everything, but they have a very limited CAD download option.
  • IGUS
    A standard supplier to FIRST, they have a great selection of mechanical components to use in your design and everything is available as a 3D CAD dowload in STEP format.
  • McMaster Carr
    Almost everything on the McMaster Carr site has a CAD download link. Just navigate to the product details page and look for the CAD links.
  • mk Technology Group (extruded profiles)
    All the profiles are available as s 3D CAD download in STEP format.
  • PART COMMUNITY
    Large selection of 2D and 3D CAD models searchable by manufacturer.
  • PTC Creo Standard Parts Library (Fasteners)
    This library hosted by 3DMODEL SPACE contains the full fastener library from PTC in both inch and metric.
  • SolidConcepts
    Large selection of 2D and 3D CAD models searchable by manufacturer.
  • traceparts
    Extensive 2D and 3D CAD library for hundreds of manufacturers.
  • VEXpro
    Almost everything VEXpro offers on their site is available as a 3D CAD download in STEP format.
  • 2D and 3D CAD Models
    2D and 3D CAD catalogs and download for hundreds of suppliers
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ptc-6701317
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(To:sm)

Thanks for a great review! I would add one more good site I have found recently:

http://b2b.partcommunity.com/community/partcloud/index

Good thing is they have 3D  models and catalogs (free download), so quite a lot options at one place. Hope it will help to somebody...

sm
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(To:sm)

Thanks! I just added them to the list.

ptc-6701317
1-Newbie
(To:sm)

You are welcome, Scott! Let´s have some fun!

rjohnson-4
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(To:sm)

Another handy site with lots of export options:  3D ContentCentral

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