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Positioning an imported feature

Positioning an imported feature

Positioning an imported feature

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Is it possible to reposition an imported feature relative to a previously created part in Solidworks? The standard postion is rotated 15 deg. from where I need it.

RE: Positioning an imported feature

Since it's imported anyhow, try the following...
  • Create a coordinate system that matches where you would like the part to be (use 2D and 3D sketches if/where needed)
  • Export the part to parasolid.  From the Save As dialog box, click Options, and select your new coordinate system as the CSYS of reference
  • reimport the parasolid (you can either create a new part or use "Insert→Feature→Imported")

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RE: Positioning an imported feature

SBaugh,

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Why not use the Move/Copy Command and move the body to the Origin. Seems easier to me, but that's just my Opinion.

I prefer TheTick's method too. The only advantage I know of is a cleaner looking Feature Tree.

Ken

RE: Positioning an imported feature

If you want a cleaner tree, then use the Move/Copy command and export it out as a parasoild and back in and you get the same thing, with less clicks and less hassle.

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Scott Baugh, CSWP
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RE: Positioning an imported feature

If the imported part is in an assembly file it's easy.

Just select the part.
Select the rotate command.
Set the block that says free drag to by delta xyz.
Then rotate it 15 degrees around the axis you wish to.

But, you called it a feature instead of a part, so maybe I'm missing something, and you're not doing what I think you are.

RE: Positioning an imported feature

The reason I use the method I described is because it is easier when dealing with "in-car position" designs.  Always best for us when imported parts come in where expected without additional features.  Minimizes the possibility of accidental changes and/or stupid questions about why/how something is moved.

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