mating imported components

[4alanoneill]

I have the hobbyist version of fusion 360.

My existing part models were created in a full version of Inventor which I no longer have access to as I am just recently retired.

I converted my parts (.ipt) to step (.stp) files using the trial version of Inventor 2020.

I imported one file as a new base component or body.

I then imported a second file as a second component or body in an attempt to rebuild the assembly but I cannot figure out how to create any mate from one components surface to the others.

I am beginning to believe it is not possible with the Hobbyist version.

Is there a method to accomplish this?

Will I need to recreate the models in one file?
Thank you for any comment/help/assistance.

Alan

[laughingcreek · Accepted solution]

if they are both components, you can position them with a joint.

if they are still just bodies, then use "create components from bodies" to make them components first.  joints don't work on bodies.

[4alanoneill]

thank you for the quick reply.

Now I just have to have to figure out what that means.

Alan

[laughingcreek]

file \export and .f3d your model and post to forum.  someone will most likely make a video for you

[4alanoneill]

had my supper

came back and watched a short video

it all makes sense now... and works!

thank you