Problem
By default, SOLIDWORKS will show Tangent Bend lines in the sheet metal part. This allows users to see where the sheet metal bend begins and ends. However, the flat pattern of the sheet metal part will NOT show any of these tangent edges by default. SOLIDWORKS defaults to hiding these edges to best represent how the part will look prior to any bending or forming operations. This article will go over how to show Tangent Edges in flat patterns.
Solution
To show Tangent Edges in Sheet Metal Flat Patterns, follow the steps below:
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Expand the Flat Pattern folder by clicking on the arrow just left of it in the feature tree
- Right-click on the "Flat-Pattern" feature
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Select “Edit Feature” from the pop-up toolbar
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Uncheck the “Merge faces” checkbox
- Click the green check
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Confirm that the flat pattern now displays distinct faces for the bends and flat faces
These tangent bend lines will now appear in the 3D model as well as any drawing views of the flat pattern.
For additional support, existing customers can submit a ticket or new customers can contact Hawk Ridge Systems.
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