Modelling realproducts ? (computer parts)

[petteri]

Hi,

 

Im sure here is similarpost like this one, but i dont find keywords for searchbar since im beginnerstill

 

 

Im making custom pc-case with Autocad 2011, and i will need to try fitting components in, right places. How you guys model 3d from example "real" 3d-card or motherboards (just make rightdimensions, and then paste image top of it ?)

 

Im on good progress on selfeducating but this part i dont understant

 

 

Thanks guys

[ReMark]

How much detail do you really require?

 

If I were modeling a graphics card I would do the basic card shape itself and add the fan/heat sink and that's about it. I don't see a need to add a graphic just to make it look pretty. You're trying to assess whether or not all the parts will fit correctly and still leave you room to work inside the case.

[David Bethel]

There are a ton of ways to go about that type of modeling

 

This ( network PCI card ) was done mostly with extruded 2D solid, circles. I made a mesh for foot plate. Dimensionally - fairly close ( I didn't break out any calipers )

 

You could also use 3D solids. A lot depends on your experience level. Also Auotcad is probably not the best tool for this type of modeling. Esp if you have a lot of it to do.

 

-David

CARD-NET.DWG

[petteri]

Thanks guys

 

I will just make, basic shape with right dimensions for 3dcard and then extrude it, so i can fit my components in