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Create A reference plane (special case?)
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Create A reference plane (special case?)

Create A reference plane (special case?)

(OP)
Is there is a way to define a reference plane between two concentric edges?   

RE: Create A reference plane (special case?)

Do you want a circular ref plane between two concentric faces?
A cylindrical surface is the closest yo will get.

... or a flat plane placed between two points on concentric circles?
Create some sketch geometry to define the points then place a plane using that geometry.

An image would help describe what you need.

RE: Create A reference plane (special case?)

To expand on CBL's second point.  You will have to create a sketch (or two) that contains reference geometry that you will use to create your plane.  Probably one point and a line.

-Dustin
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Pretty good with SolidWorks

RE: Create A reference plane (special case?)

Ohh, that way!

Use the Mid-Plane option, and select the two flat faces adjacent to the edges.

RE: Create A reference plane (special case?)

(OP)
@CorBlimeyLimey,

in my case, those faces are not accessible in all situations (fillet or chamfer before adjacent faces). This is for a macro and although is possible, the amount of coding to acquire the faces, create planes, etc.. is far more work. I will use your sketch geometry idea instead. Thanks!!

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