how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
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i am trying to roll sheet metal into a 15" diameter cylinder with a 2" hem on the top.. i cannot get it to work..
i want to use "sheet metal" so i can flatten the part..
any suggestions??..






RE: how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
RE: how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
You can create the cylinder and use a sweep to get the hem, but you won't be able to flatten it.
Jeff Mirisola, CSWP
Design Manager/Senior Designer
M9 Defense
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RE: how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
RE: how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
RE: how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
Jeff Mirisola, CSWP
Design Manager/Senior Designer
M9 Defense
My Blog
RE: how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
RE: how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
I suspect if enough hollar it will be in the next SWx.
RE: how do i roll a hem and get a flat pattern??..
@CorBlimeyLimey = great, thanks.. flex does produce a cylinder with a hem that can be flatten with an extra step..
i havent played with it much yet, but it appears as though you start with by modeling the flat, add the hem to the flat, then "roll" it (by using flex)..
typically my base-flange is started with a sketch of my formed/rolled "cross-section", then i flatten it.. but apparently it is impossible to add a hem in SW if done in this manner..
i appreciate all the help!!..