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03 / CAD Editing

Refine the design.
Resolve the detail.

Adapt an existing model, repair problem geometry or develop a clearer route to manufacture. Bring the file and tell us what needs to change.

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Selected work

Design in progress.
Detail in motion.

Project 01

12V 20Ah Battery Holder / Mounting Bracket

Designed to fit standard-size 12V 20Ah sealed lead-acid (SLA/AGM/VRLA) batteries.

Project 02

Clip design

Hard-to-find interior clips, custom-designed to fit your vehicle.

What it can help with

CAD Editing,
with a purpose.

Design modifications

Adjust dimensions, mounting points, clearances and features to suit a new requirement.

Model preparation

Address geometry issues and prepare an agreed export for the next production step.

Part adaptation

Develop changes to existing parts using drawings, measurements or scan data as reference.

The process

A clear path
from start to finish.

  1. 01

    Understand the change

    We review your source files, constraints and the purpose of the modification.

  2. 02

    Edit and review

    The agreed changes are prepared for your review, with critical dimensions identified.

  3. 03

    Supply the files

    Approved geometry is exported in the agreed formats for your next step.

Preparing your brief

What to send.

  • The original CAD file where possible, or STEP and any available mesh files.
  • A marked-up drawing, sketch or clear list of changes.
  • Critical dimensions, mating parts and manufacturing requirements.
  • Required output formats and your preferred deadline.

Before you begin

Good questions.

Can you edit an STL file?

Possibly. STL files contain triangles rather than the original design features. Simple changes may be practical; larger changes can require rebuilding the geometry.

Can you work from a sketch or scan?

These can provide a starting point. Include dimensions and intended use so the modelling or reconstruction work can be assessed.

Is the edited design ready for manufacture?

Preparation is based on the production method and requirements you provide. Critical fit, tolerances and performance should be checked before committing to production.

Your next step

Tell us about
your project.

Include your files, requirements and deadline so the scope can be reviewed.

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