Envelope components are excellent for visual aid and reference when modeling an assembly in SOLIDWORKS. They are removed from the bill of materials and any mass property calculations but can be utilized to understand spacing and clearance within an assembly.

Problem

Since the envelope components are considered references, they are not included in drawing views by default. However, there are times when it is desirable to include these envelope components in drawings.

Solution

You can show envelope components in a drawing view using the following steps:

1. Right-click on the view you would like to show the envelope component in.

2. Select Properties... from the menu.

   

3. Click on the check box next to Show Envelope under the "View Properties" tab of the pop-up menu.

   

4. (Optional) The line style used to represent envelope components can be changed by going to Tools > Options... > Document Properties > Line Font. Then selecting "Envelope Components" and the drop-down arrow below "Style:".

   

5. Once completed, the envelope component(s) should appear in your drawing view.

   

For further technical support, please contact Hawk Ridge Systems at 877.266.4469 for the U.S. or 866.587.6803 for Canada and support@hawkridgesys.com.