In addition, the tool provides access to a new 3D catalogue allowing the rapid insertion of tens of thousands of 3D models from leading component manufacturers, as well as the integration of all the necessary RS and Allied purchasing data for fast Bill-of Materials (BOM) creation. The tool’s new simplified user interface includes built-in help text and Quick Guide tutorials, example designs, and also makes its BOM-quote functionality even easier to find and use. Version 2.0 of the software adds several important new features that have been requested by the extensive DesignSpark Mechanical user base to enable an even better user experience. An important element of DesignSpark Mechanical is its STL-output format, which allows the direct export of designs to 3D printers. Together with the DesignSpark PCB design tool, DesignSpark Mechanical is a key element in RS and Allied’s initiative to provide tools for engineers that enable them to rapidly develop prototypes in the innovation and product concept design stage. Oxford, UK, 17 December 2014 – RS Components (RS) and Allied Electronics (Allied), the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, today announced the launch of a new version of DesignSpark Mechanical, the company’s fully featured 3D Concept Modelling and design tool that is available free of charge to every engineer.ĭesignSpark Mechanical has been developed in conjunction with SpaceClaim, the leading provider of flexible and affordable 3D modelling software for engineers. Version 2.0 of free, fast and intuitive 3D design software features new functionality, making the tool more powerful than ever before to support engineers in the rapid development of product concepts

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