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Make a Part Flat

Make a Part Flat

Make a Part Flat

(OP)
Hello

I am designing the hood and fenders for a race car. I made the shape in a part file not sheet metal file. A picture below shows my shape.  I cant create the same bend around the front of the hood in a sheet metal file.  How can I get this part to be flat?

Thanks

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http://www.furtmair.com/Website/images/fender.JPG

RE: Make a Part Flat

Open a new sheet metal file and import your part as a construction(you may have to reduce its outer size to match the material thickness you want). Make a contour flange (from the top view) and include geometry from your part. Then apply the cutouts to match your shape. Hide the construction and flatten your part.

RE: Make a Part Flat

Jaynen,

Depending on which version you use, you might be able to use the convert to sheet metal command.

Kyle

RE: Make a Part Flat

(OP)
I am using version 15. Is the convert to sheet metal command in this version?

Thanks for all the replies so far!

RE: Make a Part Flat

Not in the form you need.

Starting with v17 is the only time you can go from a .par to a .psm.  Prior revisions, you must start with a .psm to go back and forth.

--Scott

For some pleasure reading, try FAQ731-376

RE: Make a Part Flat

(OP)
I finally got it to work! Thanks everyone!

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