Assy planes versus part planes
Assy planes versus part planes
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OK, I have pulled all my hair out.
I created a master sketch in a new assembly file in the top plane. Then I used the sketch to create the individual parts from assembly. When I open the parts individually they are all screwed up. For instance I have a flat plate parallel with assembly top plane and the with the master sketch origin in the lower left corner. But when I open the part it is parallel with the front and the origin is in the upper right corner! What the hell? Do the assembly planes not match the part planes? If not how can I get them to match. I expected to see every part in the same orientation as I created them in the assembly file.
I created a master sketch in a new assembly file in the top plane. Then I used the sketch to create the individual parts from assembly. When I open the parts individually they are all screwed up. For instance I have a flat plate parallel with assembly top plane and the with the master sketch origin in the lower left corner. But when I open the part it is parallel with the front and the origin is in the upper right corner! What the hell? Do the assembly planes not match the part planes? If not how can I get them to match. I expected to see every part in the same orientation as I created them in the assembly file.






RE: Assy planes versus part planes
To get around that problem, I usually create a blank part outside of the assy, insert it into the assy, & then create the in-context geometry. That way, the origin of the part is placed exactly where I want & the part is oriented correctly.
You could also use unconstrained geometry in the "blank" new part & then add in-context constraints after insertion into the assy.
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RE: Assy planes versus part planes
RE: Assy planes versus part planes
Helpful SW websites FAQ559-520
How to get answers to your SW questions FAQ559-1091
RE: Assy planes versus part planes
Existing parts: delete the in-context mate, mate the part the way you want and use the 'edit sketch plane' option
Stefan Hamminga
Mesken BV
2005 Certified SolidWorks Professional
Mechanical designer/AI student