: How do I create a 3D cylindrical beaker from a 2D cross section? I've tried creating a 3D object using Illustrator CS6 > Effect > 3D > Revolve > [default settings] but this simply creates

@Kevin459

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I've tried creating a 3D object using Illustrator CS6 > Effect > 3D > Revolve > [default settings] but this simply creates a pure cylinder.

Here is my 2D shape:



Here is what Illustrator produces using Effect > 3D > Revolve > [default settings]:



The first 2D object has a transparent background, but it looks like Illustrator is counting the white space as part of the object.

I imported the 2D object as a PNG from Fireworks export.

Help appreciated.

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