Characteristics

• Ideal data converted from scan data
• Can ignore or incorporate manufacturing defects
• Parametric solid model
• Modify model parametrically
• Can be Class A surfaced
• Includes feature tree and modeling history

When To Use

• Modifications to the file are going to be made
• 2D drawings are needed
• Surface finish must be smooth (for manufacturing)
• Buildings parts on or around scanned part

Format: PRT, SLDPRT, SLDASM, ASM, CATpart, CATproduct

Download a sample Parametric Model (SolidWorks). (Zipped SLDPRT 756kb; SLDPRT is 935kb)