Derived sketch in NX

[lgnx]

Hi,

how can i create a derived sketch in nx part model as in solidworks? is that option available?

 

[NutAce]

What would be the exact function? Are you talking about creating a link between two different parts?
or just deriving geometry from the part where the sketch is to be created?

Ronald van den Broek
Senior Application Engineer
Winterthur Gas & Diesel Ltd
NX9 / TC10.1.2

Building new PLM environment from Scratch using NX12 / TC11

 

[lgnx]

NutAce,

I want to create a feature cut. this cut repeats every pitch 4 in, 60 Deg like in a helical path(not exactly). here cant use pattern, need to create these cuts as a separate feature. pls see below image.

 

[Toost]

In NX, rightclick the feature, Make sketch external.
- I suppose that you want to pattern or move a copy of the sketch and create new features. ?

- instead of asking how to duplicate the solid works command, ask how to accomplish the task at hand.
We might propose better solutions then.

Regards,
Tomas

 

[lgnx]

Hi Toost,

Yes,i want to move a copy of the sketch at 4 in and 60degree to create new feature.

as i create separate sketch, making external not needed. My question is how to move this sketch to different position? also the sketch should be derived/linked with first sketch, so that changing one will update all other sketch and features.

 

[MANox]

Hello,

maybe I wrong, but I think - pattern feature and layout - helix?

Best regards

MANok
NX11/12
TC10

 

[lgnx]

MANox,

No, its not exactly helix path. The feature repeats after 4 in but 60 deg from immediate last feature position. I am exploring move/rotate feature option. will update if i get a breakthrough.

Thanks.

 

[MANox]

Hello Ignx,

I don't uderstand what You want do.
I think something like this:

Between every sktech is that same dimension (in Z axis), and that same angle - 60 deg.

Cutouts are the same, if each is different?

Best regards

MANok

 

[lgnx]

MANox,

yes, dimension in z axis i.e pitch remains same. and all sketches are same dimensions.

can you please share the model or explain how you got that? i want it in such a way that changing dimension in first sketch should update in all other features.

 

[MANox]

Sorry, I did not notice the post.
Model in attachment.
You can use pattern feature for sketch or for feature.

Best regards

MANok
NX11/12
TC10

 

[lgnx]

Thanks a lot MANox. its really helpful.