Can I fill in a skin only imported model?

[FreddyB]

Hi,

I have downloaded some component part models and assemblies as IGES files that now exist in my SolidWorks assembly as skin only i.e. when I section my assembly the imported parts are hollow and unclear.

Is there an easy way of filling them in to make them solid?

 

[JMirisola]

Yes, knit the surfaces together and select 'attempt to form solid'.
Granted, it may not be as easy as that. You may have to do some trimming of surfaces to be able to get them to knit together. I'd suggest taking a look at the surfacing tutorials in SolidWorks.

Jeff Mirisola, CSWE
My Blog

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

http://cadimensions.com/blog/?p=260

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prlvxLGribk&list=PLB06832CD46EE3069&index=20

Enjoy!

 

[SBaugh]

Following Jeff's reply - If its an assembly you will probably need to do it a part at a time.

Scott Baugh, CSWP

http://www.superATV.com

http://www.scottjbaugh.com

"If it's not broke, Don't fix it!"

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