Associative models
Associative models
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I need to make a casting and machining model of a part. I want to keep both the models separate but connected like this : The machining model will be made from casting model. Any change in the machining model should not affect the casting model (like holes, chamfers, etc), but any change in the casting model should reflect in the associated casting model. How do I achieve this ? Thanks.






RE: Associative models
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RE: Associative models
If you change something in the Cast model (before the Save Bodies feature), it will propagate to your machined part.
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Jeff Mowry
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Does your method result in two part files, or just one.
Eric
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If individual part numbers and revision tracking of the casting and machine files are needed, a separate file would be easier.
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Chris
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ctopher's home (updated 03-11-07)
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I use this method commonly when creating symmetrical parts (such as a housing of some sort). I create it as a solid block, so I can model only half or the part as a whole. Later, I split the part into halves and do individual part detail from that point, if necessary. That way, if I make an update to the master part's geometry, those changes are automatically transmitted into the separate parts I use for creating the mold files--so I don't have to chase down modifications for two parts (fast and uncomplicated).
Anyway, it seems the Insert > Part feature does just about the same thing (but I like how I get the split-off bodies from my whole parts using my method--probably not as applicable in Sripri's case).
Jeff Mowry
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RE: Associative models
The "Save Bodies" method is similar except it creates a feature in the "Casting" part file which means you must have write access to it. The Insert Part method doesn't need write access, it inserts the part similar to the way an assembly works....you just get all Solid bodies in the part file.
The Save Bodies methods is a little harder to maintain in my opinion...anyone modifying the part must think to reorder the Save Body feature to the end of the tree. Unless of course you want it at a certain level in the tre which happens to be an advantage of Save Bodies in some cases.
Insert Part is more of an insert and forget method.
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Don't know if it helps.
Chris
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ctopher's home (updated 03-13-07)