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to the SLA as a faceted representation of the model. The facets consist of a set
of triangles (with outward pointing normals) that approximate the faces of
the model. From the faceted data, the SLA workstation produces a set of
contours that defines a series of layers representing the part to be built.
See also:
Export Stereolithography STL Files
Create STL File Dialog Box
Saves a drawing as an STL file.
Summary
The Create STL File dialog box is a standard file selection dialog box.
The STL file format is preferred by 3D printing service providers. If you have
prepared your drawing for 3D printing, you save it with the STLOUT command.
The
FACETRES (page 1333) system variable determines how the solid is
triangulated. A higher value creates a finer mesh that more accurately
represents the model. This also results in a much larger file.
See also:
Export Stereolithography STL Files
STRETCH
Stretches objects crossed by a selection window or polygon.
Access Methods
Button
Toolbar: Drafting tool set  Move/Rotate/Scale tool group  Stretch
Menu: Modify  Stretch
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