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Re: align views from different inserted views?
Also adding my vote for this feature.
It is crucial for making correct drawings.
Re: How to limit rib length
It’s probably easier to just use an extrusion instead of a rib in that case.
S1mon
Re: Beginner FeatureScript Help + Circular Pattern
Oh, and I started making some FeatureScript video lessons that will help people get into FS: These will take you from zero FS and coding knowledge all the way to more advanced topics. It's a work in progress so expect to see more lessons soon.
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Also check out Onshape's own FS fundamentals course here: Both courses have different teaching styles and cover different topics.
Flat Pattern not available for Derived Parts
I use the Insert "Flat pattern of Part x" feature of Sheet Metal parts to add a flat view to a Drawing.
I have many configuration inputs, and I use Derived Part to manage certain combinations of inputs, also for Drawings (see this thread).
However, when inserting from the Derived part, the parts are there, but not the "Flat patterns" of those parts.
It seems logical that it would be possible to add flat patterns from derived parts as well? Thanks!
Re: NEWBIE here. How to get rid of those extrusions pieces?
You could either move the sketch up and extrude down, or simpler still, use a Delete Face feature to remove the excess.
Re: Can I add notes to a sketch within a part studio
+1 This would be useful. Fusion 360 users also wanted this for ages and Autodesk never implemented it. After 8 years on Fusion I have finally made the switch to OnShape and I'm glad I did, because a lot of stuff that was clunky and annoying in Fusion just works in OnShape! I'm also finding a lot of "common sense" features that were never implemented in Fusion despite prevailing popular demand are in fact available in OnShape, which is a pleasant surprise, and I was a little disappointed notes/comments was not one of them. Anyone who also writes code knows how useful comments are. Heck, I use comments even on my Sheets spreadsheets all the time!
Re: How to merge multiple splines and lines
In sketch mode, use the Offset tool. - Scotty
Re: Having a hard time subtracting volume in a mold
Even though you have a composite part, it is made up of nothing but a bunch of surfaces. I don't think Onshape will let you use surfaces in a boolean. Also, if you can convert this to a proper part as is, I expect you will see the classic non-manifold geometry error come up.
Need help with bolt and nut
Need some help. Not with regards to Onshape, but about basic nut and bolt design
Hoping someone could point me to a website regarding the basics of nut and bolt design, or to a supplier of high precision bolts and nuts.
For one thing, I am curious to know about the precision of the fit between a nut and bolt.
In my case, I’m looking for something with less slop than one of the typical 1/2” or 5/8” bolts and nuts that I have in stock in my basement
For instance, when I am holding one of the 1/2” bolts, I am able to wiggle the nut quite a bit along the length of the bolt and laterally also. Not good for what I want to do. I have a particular need for a tight fit without the slop.
In my case, I am NOT looking for something like a nyloc nut or spring nut. But rather, just a fit between the hex nut and bolt where there is less slop.
Any help, advice, or guidance would be appreciated.