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Merging Parts
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Merging Parts

Merging Parts

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Is there a way to convert an assembly into a single solid part, other than exporting it as an IGES then re-importing it as a part?

RE: Merging Parts

Baldy112,

Yes, actually, there are two ways. One way is to use the merge function the second is to use inheritance features. Inheritance may be preferable, but will have a limitation when mixed sheet-metal and standard parts are used. I suggest assembling an empty part into the assembly that contains the parts to be merged than activate this part and start "assembling" the parts as merge/inheritance features. Works well. Extra steps can be used to break the parent/child relationships on the feature placement if necessary.

Good luck.

Best regards,

Matthew Ian Loew



www.cometsolutions.com

RE: Merging Parts

A third way is to save as a shrinkwrap.

RE: Merging Parts

Ahh you beat me too it.  Shrinkwrap works bery well.

RE: Merging Parts

Indeed. Shrinkwrap parts work well. Best bet is to use the merged solid option. I have had poor luck, however, maintaining associativity with merged solid shrinkwraps.

Best regards,

Matthew Ian Loew



www.cometsolutions.com

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