STEP to Sketchup
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Open Source Route
- Easiest method using FreeCAD & MeshLab.
- Convert from STEP -> STL in FreeCAD
- Convert from STL -> DAE (Collab file) in MeshLab
- In Sketchup: File -> Import, Select ".DAE" (may also be labeled Collab or Earthview)
- Video: [1]
**Note: You have to go through this procedure for each object in the model. It's not practical for files with lots of discreet objects.
- Two other methods:
- http://eagleup.wordpress.com/2011/08/09/import-step-files-for-your-models/
- Summary: STEP->STL (FreeCAD) ->DAE (Blender) -> Sketchup
Proprietary
- SkechupPro has STEP import; Sketchup regular has a plugin costing $80 - [2]