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I am looking for a way to create 3d model for a device I want to make from scratch, and be able to visualize its dimensions.

I have tried using software like blender, but I don't think its the optimal way of doing this.

What I want is to model, and see if the circuitboard will fit inside the model.

Any help will be much appreciated.

invoidable
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I've had good luck with all of these: Sketchup, Fusion 360, Rhino, Alibre

All have (had?) free options. Sketchup may be the easiest to get going with. Fusion includes some integrated CAM tools if you're going to do some fabrication.

I recommend a parametric modeller (Fusion, Alibre) if you're going to be playing with fitting parts together. This lets you create your model(s) with parameters, such as, "This box is 2 mm longer than the part inside." Then, as you change the part inside, the box will magically change to match.

Without parameters, every time you change one part, you have to go manually change the other part to match, which becomes a HUGE pain as your models get more complex.

David Hempy
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