3D software

[e_fortier]

Hi,

is there an easy way to reduce the size of a 3D object on a STL file ?
I’d like to scale down the object to 53% of its current size. It’s a very simple object but it’s too big...
Any recommendations for a software or freeware ?

When sending the file to JLCPCB, they won’t do any modifications.

Thanks
Eric

 

[IVX]

Well, I know one way but isn't really an easy one 😉 3ds Max has STL import/export and the modifier to simplify the mesh. I believe a free SW with the same ability does exist. Can I ask, why JLC needs your STL files?? They never asked me about it before..

 

[Chris Jones KS]

TinkerCAD is easy and free

 

[e_fortier]

Well, I know one way but isn't really an easy one 😉 3ds Max has STL import/export and the modifier to simplify the mesh. I believe a free SW with the same ability does exist. Can I ask, why JLC needs your STL files?? They never asked me about it before..

Hi

I’m a total newbie with 3D printing, whenever you get a file from the web it seems to always be STL.

 

[IVX]

I know JLC as PCB supplier only, and a PCB doesn't require 3D content.

 

[e_fortier]

JLCPCB offers PCBs and also 3D printing, they have great prices. They can print in Stainless steel if you wish..

 

[lene]

An easy way is to install and open the Cura slicer. Then click on the model. A menu opens and this is the scale icon. Scale with the same proportion in x, y and z. Most likely the default.

Then export the resulting object as stl.

 

[e_fortier]

Thanks for all the help, much appreciated.
Eric