How to mate tapers in assembly? 3

[InMFG]

I have two simple parts that are tapered (male/female). I am trying to mate them in an assembly. Once I get them mated concentric, what is the next step to get them to mate - think machine arbor in spindle.

Thanks for your help!

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

I prefer to use the axes with a coincident mate, but if the tapers are identical, selecting both surfaces with a coincident mate will also work.

 

[EEnd]

In the fully mated state, at the small end, one of the conical surfaces will end before the other. I would try two things:

[ol][li]Make the circular edge formed by the end of the conical surface coincident with the other conical surface.[/li]
[li]Place a reference point on the circular edge described above and make that point coincident with the other conical surface.[/li][/ol]

Eric

 

[Eltron]

I'm with the Limey. Use axes and the coordinate planes of the parts to make the mates.

Dan

http://www.eltronresearch.com

Dan's Blog

 

[gwubs]

coincident mate of the faces works perfectly - this mimics real world exactly. Constrain rotation with Angle/Parallel/Perpendicular -your choice.