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saving a assembly model as a dumb part 1

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robinski

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How can I save a large assembly model as 1 part so that
all internal features are not avialable for any one to see or use for reverse engineering.

I have recieved assembled models that say they are imported
and and have utilized them in other assemblies and would like to do the same with my asssembly.
 
Open assembly

Select:
Insert>Component>New Part...
(give the part a name, and select a Front plane)

The part should now be in edit mode within the assembly.

Select:
Insert>Features>Join...
(select the Assy components to join)

Exit Part Edit mode

for more info:
type:
joined parts, create
in the help file under index

Good Luck ;-)


When dealing with computers, there are 10 things you need to know: one, zero, and the rest is Binary.
-Josh S

 
NOTE: All parts must be touching (NO GAPS) in pre-2003 releases
(maybe even in 2003(?))

When dealing with computers, there are 10 things you need to know: one, zero, and the rest is Binary.
-Josh S

 
File\Save as\ - Change save as type to - Part

You have 3 choices from there on how you can save it. See help on details.

Regards,

Scott Baugh, CSWP [borg2]
CSWP.jpg

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Scott,
What version of SolidWorks implemented that feature?

It is not a choice in the Save As dialog in 2001+

(at least not on my pc)

Thanks,
Josh

When dealing with computers, there are 10 things you need to know: one, zero, and the rest is Binary.
-Josh S

 
Yeah, I have 2003 at home but rarely use it...

My company has to 'Approve' the new releases before we can use them...

Some areas use large assemblies, such as tracter/trailers w/ pumps on the back of them, that require a stabile platform to open with...

There seemed to be some bugs in 2003, so now they are evaluating 2004...

(It's not my choice ;-))

When dealing with computers, there are 10 things you need to know: one, zero, and the rest is Binary.
-Josh S

 
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