Hello,
we get lots of 3D-parts created with other software than Solidworks. We have to unflat and create Drawings for our shopfloor.
Our way to get to the best result is:
1. Import the file
2. create a new configuration (one configuration is the sheet metal part, one is the original)
3. edit holes / fill up the holes to get the tap hole.
4. Create flattened part and drawings
For a better understanding, I attached a demo file.
Is this the best way to get to this result?
In the case that it is the best way: Is there a posibility to get it done in a semi-automated way. I have experience with the API. What do you think is the best approach to support the user (e.g. get all edges of conical faces on one surface and create a drawing + extrude to fillout countersinks...
Thank you in advance for your thoughts.
Nicolai
I use the Insert Face command to make holes smaller for tapping and the same for countersinks. Not all tapped holes were the wrong size but some of the countersinks through holes were too small, extra effort was required in cutting the countersinks later. Now I just check them all. Maybe these notes will help you.