Sheet Metal Problem
Sheet Metal Problem
(OP)
solidworks 2008
This is a combustion chamber for a model jet engine.
I am drawing the outer tube for this assembly.
I can flatten the part and get the basic holes in the part, I then used the form tools (when flattened) to get the holes and vents that need formed.
The problem is when I bend it back solidworks says it only supports simple holes when bending back. (something like that)
Any ideas?
Solidworks also says the form tools do not work on cylinders only flats.
Is it possible to draw this in solidworks and still view it in the flat state.
Thanks,
Steve
This is a combustion chamber for a model jet engine.
I am drawing the outer tube for this assembly.
I can flatten the part and get the basic holes in the part, I then used the form tools (when flattened) to get the holes and vents that need formed.
The problem is when I bend it back solidworks says it only supports simple holes when bending back. (something like that)
Any ideas?
Solidworks also says the form tools do not work on cylinders only flats.
Is it possible to draw this in solidworks and still view it in the flat state.
Thanks,
Steve






RE: Sheet Metal Problem
RE: Sheet Metal Problem
I am kind of puzzled why solidworks does not support the form tools in the flat state, when I am building this part in the real word (in the shop) I need to use form tools when it is flat and then bend it to a cylinder.
Is there any way you can send me a sample of how you would do this.
I tried attaching my file but it is to big.
Thanks,
Steve
RE: Sheet Metal Problem
RE: Sheet Metal Problem
RE: Sheet Metal Problem
this is a first for me, I have been able to model any thing in solidworks, I thought it had no limitations until now.
RE: Sheet Metal Problem
SW is a hi-tech software and in most cases to produce a part designed in SW one needs hi-tech machining. To overcome the lacking ways/features, you'll simply have to cheat and make multiple configurations/parts/files. The funny part is that a skilled worker can make such a final piece with a few simple hand tools.
RE: Sheet Metal Problem
RE: Sheet Metal Problem
This model seems doable in SW. Try to make a flat sheet metal part. Add cut features. Add forming features with FORM tools. Then, roll the sheet metal into finished parts with FLEX tools.
Good Luck!
Alex
RE: Sheet Metal Problem