Folded Edge Sheet Metal Solidwork

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Folded edge sheet metal solidwork.

In the graphics area select a face that does not move as a result of the feature for fixed face. In this tutorial video we will learn how to create a bracket with the help of sheet metal commands like base flange sketched bend and sheet metal gusset. I don t expect it to actually make it into the top ten but since that list is a defacto place for enhancement requests along with the clarifying discussions for the ideas i ll continue doing do. However in some circumstances when the design requires certain types of geometry you can use non sheet metal feature tools then insert bends or convert the part to sheet metal.

Click make drawing from part assembly standard toolbar and click ok to open the drawing sheet. Select a format or click ok to use the default format. You might also like. Open the sheet metal part for which you want to add a drawing.

The fixed face can be a planar face or linear edge. In a sheet metal part click fold on the sheet metal toolbar or click insert sheet metal fold. From the view palette drag the flat pattern to the drawing sheet. In this tutorial video you will learn about how to use of sheet metal fold unfold command in solidworks and create holes in pipes.

You can adjust the size of the drawing view under scale by selecting use custom scale and typing a value. Quick tip presented by tony riggs of. I have been asking for this to be something swx incorporates into sheet metal for several years now during the top ten list voting.