how to handle coiled tubing in assembly
how to handle coiled tubing in assembly
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I have tubing that I have modeled as a long, straight tube. Is there a way to easily coil that for an assembly? Using a configuration comes to mind, but like sheet metal, I was wondering if there were an easy way to call something a "flexible tube" and wrap it around a hub of a known diameter.
Thanks,
Matt
Thanks,
Matt






RE: how to handle coiled tubing in assembly
Probably the simplest way is to make a separate model using a Sweep along a Helix. You could make a config within the existing straight tube part and do the same thing. One config suppressing the straight and another suppressing the coil.
RE: how to handle coiled tubing in assembly
RE: how to handle coiled tubing in assembly
RE: how to handle coiled tubing in assembly
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RE: how to handle coiled tubing in assembly