3Dfindit by CADENAS is a visual search engine with more almost 5,000 manufacturer catalogs, 121 CAD formats and 24 Million of potential users. With its intelligent search functions, free CAD & BIM data download and new improved interface, it is one of the biggest platforms for architects, planners, engineers and designers.
Manufacturer catalogs
Since 10th of August 2022, the user interface has been completely redesigned and the range of functions has been expanded to better support the design and planning process with 3D CAD & BIM models. A variety of different download formats are available: SOLIDWORKS, Autodesk Revit, ALLPLAN, ArchiCAD, Autodesk Inventor, NX, Solid Edge, PTC Creo Parametric, AutoCAD, CATIA, and many more.
- Filter search: narrow down results with just a few clicks: Search results can be narrowed down precisely with numerous filters; simple as you know it from websites of large online retailers such as Amazon.
- 3D Grid Search: Starting from a basic shape of the needed component, the search results can be narrowed down step by step. The parameters can be adjusted directly in the 3D preview until the visible model corresponds to the searched component.
- 2D sketch search in combination with color search: If the 2D sketch search returns too many search results, a subsequent color search can be used to further narrow down the number of results.
- 3D Shape Search: By uploading an existing geometry, the available manufacturer catalogs can be searched for geometrically similar standards and purchased parts.
- 3D preview with numerous additional functions: The 3D preview of 3Dfindit.com is a helpful tool with numerous possibilities: make changes to the dimensions of the component directly in the viewer, create sections for better evaluation or determine additionally required values with the measurement function.
- Coming soon - Direct CAD integrations: 3Dfindit.com is integrated directly into the user interface of numerous CAD systems such as PTC Creo Parametric, Onshape, Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk AutoCAD, Siemens NX, Siemens Solid Edge or Dassault Systèmes SOLIDWORKS. CAD users can find the 3D CAD & BIM models of all manufacturer catalogs directly in the CAD system without any detours.
Modify Your 3D Models in SelfCAD
Once you have downloaded your designs from 3Dfindit, you can modify them easily in a 3D modeling software like SelfCAD. You can modify your designs in SelfCAD in many different ways. One of the simplest and most powerful methods is to use customizable tools that allow you to make precise adjustments with just a few clicks. For example, you can use the smooth tool to create smooth curves and sharp angles within your model, while the deformation tools allow you to deform your design as per your needs.
Additionally, there are a variety of other quick-modification tools at your disposal, such as the Mirror function that lets you replicate models on either side of an axis for easy duplication or the Boolean tool that allows you to seamlessly combine multiple objects and create holes on your designs too. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned professional, there is always something new to learn when it comes to modifying 3D models in SelfCAD. If you don’t want to modify your designs, you can also create your designs from scratch using basic 3D models. There are also freehand drawing and sketching tools to help you create 3D models from scratch. The image to 3D model tool is handy in helping you to turn your photos into 3D models at a click. There is also a powerful rendering tool that you can use to generate realistic renders of your designs with ease. If you would like to 3D print your models, SelfCAD has a built-in 3D slicer that you can use to slice your models and get the G-code to send to your 3D printer.
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