3D ContentCentral

3D ContentCentralSM provides access to 3D models from component suppliers and individuals in all major CAD formats.

Supplier Content - links to supplier Web sites with certified 3D models.

User Library - links to models from individuals using 3D PartStream.NET.

You must accept a license agreement when you first open 3D ContentCentral before you can access the contents.

To access 3D ContentCentral:

1. In the Task Pane, select the Design Library  tab .

2. Expand the 3D ContentCentral folder and subfolders.

3. Select a category in the lower pane to link to a Web site.

You can search the 3D ContentCentral site, view, configure, and evaluate models online, and download models.

To search the 3D ContentCentral site:

1. In the Task Pane, select the Design Library  tab .

2. Click Search and select Search 3D ContentCentral .

At the 3D ContentCentral site, you can search supplier content with GLOBALSPEC® or the user library with 3D PartStream.NET®.

To submit your model to the 3D ContentCentral user library:

1. Right-click 3D ContentCentral and select Share a Model .

2. Follow the directions on the screen to enter your profile information and upload your model.

SolidWorks Corporation will review your model and inform you whether it is accepted for sharing.

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