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The model I am working on is an experiment and I am not sure how scales work in relation to the design file. I used autocad 2017 to design the model in inches. When I uploaded the model I see the model dimension as 4.3x1.7x0.7cm with the design model in inches. The actual size of the model is +/- 21.5x3.5 inches. Does this mean that the models total length to be only about 1.5 inches converted from cm? Would like any input you have to share. Thanks

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Hey WBTrujilo,

The conversion from cm to inches is as follows

1cm= 2.5 (roughly)

so 4.3 cm is about 1.72 inch.

If you want to convert this to the correct scale convert 21.5 inch into cm which is 53.75cm. Then work out the scale change so 53.75/ 4.3. This gives 12.5, so you need to scale it up to a factor of 12.5 and it will be the correct scale. After changing the scale double check the measurements to ensure you’ve scaled correctly.

Hope this helps and goof luck.

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Thanks, but do I scale the model in autocad before sending to hub or is there another way?

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Yes. You could scale it in Autocad, but if you struggle just send it how it is and explain to the hub that you require it to be a certain size. Give them the dimensions and see what they say. Hopefully this has answer your question, but please do ask if you have any questions.

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Sounds good, Thanks

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Glad I could help!