All geometry is contained in the parts branch of the project tree, and can be either imported from various file types or created using XF modeling options. Users can modify both imported parts and those created in XF with built-in geometry modification tools.

Create Geometry

XF allows users to either create arbitrary 2-D and 3-D parts or select predefined primitive objects.

Sheet Body from Edges
Create a sheet body from a closed circuit of edges.

Import Geometry

Users can import solid models, voxel models, and PCB databases through the file menu. Supported file types include *.sat, *.step, *.mmf, ODB++, and *.brd.

PCB Import
Import ODB++ and Allegro .brd files.

Modify Geometry

Imported geometry and geometry created in XF can both be modified once added to a project.

Remove Holes
Close gaps in a part.
Slice
Cut a part in two.
Thicken Sheet
Turn a sheet into a solid by adding thickness.
Wrap Sheet
Wrap a part onto another.

Other Capabilities

Additional functionality is available either through a part's right-click menu or within certain modeling operation editors.

Check Model
Identify issues with a 3-D CAD model.
Detach Modeling Option
Control one part's dependence on another.
Faceting Properties
Control faceting options for parts.

View Tools

Tools available in the geometry view.

On-Screen Display
View tool-specific information in the geometry window.
Rectangle Select Tool
Select multiple parts at once.

Related Pages

These pages are related to geometry creation or modification.

Parameter Sweep Workflow
Perform a parametric analysis.
PCB Wrap Workflow
Wrap a multi-layer PCB during import.