MEMORY ISSUES
MEMORY ISSUES
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I'm using Solidworks 2006, my questions is memory usage.
Does anyone know if creating patterns on a part (sheet metal example) to put like features use more memory then just detailing all the items.
Like holes or cutouts?
Does anyone know if creating patterns on a part (sheet metal example) to put like features use more memory then just detailing all the items.
Like holes or cutouts?






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My panel that I am doing unfortuately has over 1000 slots (which probably do not need all be shown). I created one, then pattered them. WOW, did it jump up in memory usage, about a couple hundred times
Even holes, I created one, then figured I could just pattern the other 6 about the panel, no problem. MORE MEMORY....
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Depends what you really need.
Jeff Mowry
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Yes it is used in an assy, which I use the patterns for attaching components.
By doing what your saying (parasolid), does the associated parametric dimension stay with the main part?
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In general a feature pattern creates a smaller file & reload/rebuild time than the other methods.
I prefer to use feature patterns because they are easier to modify. Individual instances (or all) of a Feature Pattern can be suppressed. Also it is usually easier to understand the design intent.
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Yes I was trying to compare....
I like patterns myself, to me, saves a lot of time in placing like features.
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I'm not expert at interpreting the results... but It seems to me that the largest PART3 still will rebuild faster... hence, better performance from a pattern.
Does this conflict with your post, Scott... or did I miss something?
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Jeff Mowry
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I tried the parasolid, works good, cut the part size in half. So, not something I care for...
At least I understand it, and might come in handy sometime
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The 4th line is new...
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This sort of question has come up before & has been one of those... "One of thse days, I'll figure that out"... sort of things.
This time I followed thru... I would like your comments on my "experiment" & the results.
Is what I've done consistent with your knowlege & experience?
Please tell me if I'm missing something... Jeff (Theophilus) knows I have a thick skin & can take the critique.
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Hey, no problem, I asked the question.
To me using patterns is always easier.
Someone here at work, created a circuit board type part. There were hundreds of holes done on ONE feature, you could even see the part. Sure it was a small size part memory wise, but WOW. I would have tried to do it with patterns and different features.
Thanks again.
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Jeff Mowry
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Also... there's still a good chance I'm missing something.
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Use a simple box is a great start, but most people are using this function in a much more complex manner. For example making an electrical connector with numerous cut features in it.
I think making and FAQ on this would be a great addition, but I would add a comparison of a simple part and a advanced part as an example.
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Windows XP / Microsoft Wireless Optical Mouse 5000 / SolidWorks 2007 SP2.2 / SpaceBall 5000
www.Tate3d.com "Right-click. It's friggin' magic!"... Jack L. Tate
FAQ376 I'm famous.
RE: MEMORY ISSUES
Regards,
Scott Baugh, CSWP![[pc2] pc2](https://www.tipmaster.com/images/pc2.gif)
www.scottjbaugh.com
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Jeff Mowry
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