Beginner's Guide to 3D Modelling for 3D Printing with Onshape - Part 1
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Overview
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Learn 3D modeling fundamentals using Onshape software with a specific focus on creating models optimized for 3D printing in this comprehensive 35-minute tutorial. Start by setting up your Onshape account and familiarizing yourself with the modeling interface, navigation controls, and basic workspace elements including planes and documents management. Master essential 3D modeling concepts through hands-on practice, beginning with sketching techniques and progressing to core modeling operations like extrude, fillet, and revolve functions. Explore three different modeling approaches to create the same 3D object, demonstrating various workflows and techniques including constraint-based modeling, dimensional control, and advanced extrusion methods such as "up to face" operations. Gain practical experience with Onshape's feature-based modeling system while understanding how design decisions impact 3D printing success, making this tutorial ideal for beginners who want to create printable 3D models using professional CAD software.
Syllabus
01:44 Creating an Onshape account
03:24 Documents page
03:51 Modelling interface
05:03 Navigation
05:42 Planes
06:04 3D modelling basics
07:12 Sketch
10:29 Extrude
12:27 Fillet
13:13 Features
15:07 Method 2
15:36 Constraints
23:34 Dimensions
27:04 Revolve
28:54 Method 3
32:12 Extrude "up to face"
Taught by
Branchus Creations