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Rectangular springs
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Rectangular springs

Rectangular springs

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Since a helix/spiral sweep requires the use of a circle, how does one create a spring that is rectangular in shape-  i.e. a rectangle with tangent arcs on the short ends?  I am a new to this (undergrad) and I do not know enough about 3d sketches to make a smooth angled curve.

RE: Rectangular springs

Yes, Helix and spirals (Path for sweep) require a circle, and then you create any profile (circle, rectangle or any odd shape)..

but if you need your path to be in broken line (broken line sprial), you have to use 3D Sketch (very complicated in this case), create any profile and then use sweep feature as usual

RE: Rectangular springs

I have never experienced anything that had square springs.

Chris
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RE: Rectangular springs

They tend to try to rotate a bit when compressed/extended--so I've not found use for them.

Jeff Mowry
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