problem creating sheetmetal part
problem creating sheetmetal part
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hello, i am trying to make a rangehood in solidworks 2010. I am able to make it a solid and shell but not sheetmetal to get a flat pattern of the pieces. i have included pictures of what the shape is for anyone who can help. also the actual part itself. Thank you






RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
-Kirby
Kirby Wilkerson
Remember, first define the problem, then solve it.
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
This limitation is probably due to the inability to create a true spline-form using regular sheet metal forming equipment.
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
Thanks
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
Start a new sketch and trace over the spline with two curves connected by a straight line.
Use the Sheet Metal tool to extrude a SM part
Create an angled plane to use as a cutting surface
Use the Cut With Surface tool to create the cut
Use the Mirror tool to create the full front piece
Repeat similar process for the side pieces.
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
RE: problem creating sheetmetal part
For some reason, your Base Flange had four base bends. It should only have two.
Edit Sketch2, delete the coincident constraints at the line end points, and make the line tangential to the two curves. Adjust the connecting points to better match the profile, and close the sketch.
The panel should then be flatten-able.