Convert Several Surfaces into Single Solid?

runsva2001
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Convert Several Surfaces into Single Solid?

runsva2001
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Let's say I have the following model (attached to this post):

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I wish for all these surfaces to be converted to a single, watertight solid.

While I can export these surface currently, the resultant model has tiny openings along every edge, for instance:

runsva2001_1-1690765842360.png

 

I'm not able to make use of such a model for anything, I'm unable to slice it in 3D printing software for instance.

The "Combine" tool can only be used to combine solids.

 

What is the tool to combine these surfaces into a single, watertight solid?

 

Thanks for reading my post, any guidance is appreciated.

 

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kacper.suchomski
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Use Sculpt or Stitch.

 

 


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kacper.suchomski
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But as the @SBix26  mentioned, it would be easier to create this solid in one operation - Revolve.

One sketch containing a cross-section of a solid and an axis of rotation and one operation is enough. This takes less time, less space in the model history, and less file weight.


I didn't mention it earlier because I didn't know what you were trying to achieve.

Nevertheless, you have a geometric imagination. I guess you have modeling habits with Catia V5?

 


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runsva2001
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Yeah, I have previous experience with ANSYS SpaceClaim.

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