Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Learn how to reverse engineer a base plate in FreeCAD 1.1 with this beginner‑friendly tutorial. We’ll cover importing STL files, adjusting mesh resolution, and modeling with precision. You’ll also see practical comparisons between polycarbonate and ABS carbon fiber 3D prints—covering printability, heat resistance, and surface quality.
In addition, this video demonstrates 3D scanning with the Creality Sermoon X1, showing how scanned data can be integrated into FreeCAD workflows for accurate reverse engineering.
This tutorial is perfect for makers, engineers, and hobbyists who want to improve their CAD modeling, understand material trade‑offs, and explore the synergy between 3D scanning and 3D printing.
Topics covered:
- FreeCAD 1.1 reverse engineering basics
- STL vs STEP export resolution
- Polycarbonate vs ABS carbon fiber filament comparison
- Print quality, stiffness, and usability notes
- 3D scanning with Creality Sermoon X1
- Final assembly and fit demonstration
Point cloud for this tutorial:
drive.google.com/file/d/1oFYyuaYlAzP9LWFSsLvQFfmpNKcep50w/view?usp=sharing
GCP base plate for SHARE C1/S20 (STEP file)
drive.google.com/file/d/1X6m5KRQbymzyqTOjePOxNCWpI2zi7kg1/view?usp=sharing
SHARE online store:
store.share3dcam.com
Check with your local SHARE dealer, their prices are usually lower than what’s listed on the online store.
#3dscanning #reverseengineering #freecad #3dprinting #SHARE3DCAM #creality
Learn how to reverse engineer a base plate in FreeCAD 1.1 with this beginner‑friendly tutorial. We’ll cover importing STL files, adjusting mesh resolution, and modeling with precision. You’ll also see practical comparisons between polycarbonate and ABS carbon fiber 3D prints—covering printability, heat resistance, and surface quality.
In addition, this video demonstrates 3D scanning with the Creality Sermoon X1, showing how scanned data can be integrated into FreeCAD workflows for accurate reverse engineering.
This tutorial is perfect for makers, engineers, and hobbyists who want to improve their CAD modeling, understand material trade‑offs, and explore the synergy between 3D scanning and 3D printing.
Topics covered:
- FreeCAD 1.1 reverse engineering basics
- STL vs STEP export resolution
- Polycarbonate vs ABS carbon fiber filament comparison
- Print quality, stiffness, and usability notes
- 3D scanning with Creality Sermoon X1
- Final assembly and fit demonstration
Point cloud for this tutorial:
drive.google.com/file/d/1oFYyuaYlAzP9LWFSsLvQFfmpNKcep50w/view?usp=sharing
GCP base plate for SHARE C1/S20 (STEP file)
drive.google.com/file/d/1X6m5KRQbymzyqTOjePOxNCWpI2zi7kg1/view?usp=sharing
SHARE online store:
store.share3dcam.com
Check with your local SHARE dealer, their prices are usually lower than what’s listed on the online store.
#3dscanning #reverseengineering #freecad #3dprinting #SHARE3DCAM #creality
