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My CAD file has no features to manipulate.

Due to the translation process, no features/mates are retained. CAD Library Files are designed to demonstrate the form and fit of our products.
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The file I downloaded is not coming in as a complete solid.

If you experience an error in a CAD model you have downloaded, we recommend importing a more generic file type into your CAD software (*.STEP, *.x_t).
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The CAD file I want to view is unavailable.

Please reference our Part Number Search Guidelines to verify the part number. Before concluding that the CAD file you need is not available, please be sure that you have entered a valid Southco part number. We recommend you read our Part Number Search Tip...
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