

Placement is made by performing the following sequence of actions: PlacementĪfter launching the command the 3D Body dialog will open. AvailabilityģD bodies are available for placement in the PCB Library Editor only by clicking Home | Place | from the main menus. You cannot graphically modify the 3D Body object or the enclosed STEP model. In this situation, the 3D Body object acts as a container for the STEP model. STEP formats AP203 and AP214 are supported. STEP models can also be used by importing the model into a 3D Body object. This makes the process of moving and turning the component or board very easy it is like holding the component or board in your hand. Working in the PCB Editor's 3D mode is greatly enhanced by using a 3D mouse. As well as being able to see what the finished board will look like, real-time 3D clearance checking can be performed.

Placing 3D Body objects to define the component's shape allows you to get a real sense of the arrangement and organization of the components on the assembled board.
