How to flatten

[sz0k30]

Hey guys, brain not working. I have a PRT file that I would like to flatten out. I'm guessing I need to make it a SMP but have no clue how to go about it. Do I start it in SMP or do I import the PRT into the SMP? Tried both but can't figure it out. Thanks

 

[simonb65]

Take a look at this ...

https://help.alibre.com/articles/#!alibre-help-v27/sheet-metal-features-convert-to-sheet-metal

 

[sz0k30]

Simon, thanks for the help link, but I actually figured it out without it. I forgot you can't make a complete circle. You need to start with a thin sliver of a TAB to add the flanges to. Worked just like I wanted.

 

[HaroldL]

If you have sheet metal then you can use a Lofted flange to create the base part.




Then use a sheet metal cut to the angle you want.

 

[sz0k30]

Yes I can get the cut I want, but can I get a flat pattern out of it? My way I can.

 

[HaroldL]

Yes I can get the cut I want, but can I get a flat pattern out of it? My way I can.

It will flatten:



Although, the flat part does get a bit thin in one area.


It may be better to cut the formed part rather than creating a flat pattern.

I'd upload my part file but I see in your signature that you are still on v25 and Alibre is not backward compatible. So here's a STEP file, see if that will allow you to use convert to sheet metal in v25.

 

[sz0k30]

Thanks Harold!