Chapter 3. Converting 3D Design Files to Adobe PDF

Converting 3D Design Files to Adobe PDF

You can convert a design file to an Adobe PDF file that is a fraction of the original file size, while retaining exact geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and other product specifications. You can even add product manufacturing information (PMI). Manufacturers and suppliers can manipulate and interrogate your design without installing the original CAD application or a CAD translator. All they need is the free Adobe Reader.

In this lesson, you’ll do the following:

  • Convert a 3D design file to 3D PDF.

  • Explore the different conversion settings for creating 3D PDF files.

  • Convert several different types ...

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