How Do You Get Easy Sheet Metal Part Models From Solid Body Shapes With Solidworks 2009?
SolidWorks 2009 introduced more than 250 time-saving enhancements. Here, we spotlight one of our favorite new features: the ability to transform a solid body into a sheet metal part. Follow the step-by-step directions below to get started. Creating the solid body shape Model the sheet metal part you wish to create as a solid body shape. Think of this as a frame for your sheet metal part to wrap around. Start thinking about where the bends and rips need to be positioned. Converting the solid body shape into a sheet metal part On the Command Manager bar, select the “Sheet Metal” tab. Click on the “Convert to Sheet Metal” button. Adjusting conversion settings Within the sidebar section you will see several options: Under “Sheet Metal Parameters,” select the face to fix, and then adjust thickness and radius settings for the sheet metal. Under “Bend Edges,” choose edges where the sheet metal will bend, starting with edges adjacent to the fixed face you chose. Under “Rip Edges found,” SolidW
