Center an Imported Step File on the Origin

[SparksFire]

I imported the attached step file. I'm trying to get it centered on the origin in Alibre. The position it was imported to by default is offset from the origin. What is the best way to reorient it so it is centered on the origin? This is the first step file I have worked with in Alibre.

 

[HaroldL]

Add your STEP file as a Boolean Unite to a new part. Then use constraints to position the part at the Origin.

This is a v25 package file.

 

[OTE_TheMissile]

There's a couple of ways to abuse Part Booleans and Assembly models into moving the origin for an imported model. The general idea is to use Assembly constraints to reposition the part the way you want it, then Export it again into a format that returns it to a dumb solid but while keeping the new reference planes.

Personally, I often just Hide all the original reference geometry I don't want and add my own. Most commonly with screws I get from McMaster-Carr, they like to put the reference plane I would try to use to set depth in the middle of the threads instead of on the bottom of the screw head.