Segmenting an existing line

alekesey_k

Can I segment an existing line?

Tried adding points but those don't segment the line i.e. I'm not able to select separate segments after placing the points on the line.

I added a construction line and now want to add several equally spaced points on the line for the hole feature to have equally spaced holes.

If I draw a line in several segments to begin with then I can select all the segments and add an equals relation to make the segmenting points equally spaced.

NeilCooke

Use the split command in sketch (under trim)

konstantin_shiriazdanov

maybe better to use curve pattern of hole feature along the line or any other curve, it gives more associativity

NeilCooke

Use the split command in sketch (under trim)

bruce_williams

@konstantin_shiriazdanov

What is the 'curve pattern of hole feature'?   I would like to space holes along curve (in this case ellipse).  In picture I have dimensioned in straight line, however is there a way to place the points (or holes) a distance along the curve?

konstantin_shiriazdanov

@bruce_williams
there is a built in Curve pattern https://cad.onshape.com/help/#curvepattern.htm?Highlight=curve pattern
and a custom feature with some advanced capabilities
https://cad.onshape.com/documents/572e1daae4b085edae52bf83/v/5450ca5527083685b67ddbd6/e/a8af7048d76cb1cc9a5ee25e

bruce_williams

@konstantin_shiriazdanov
perfect!  Thank you for those references.  I have not paid attention to curve pattern and the FS does exactly what I need.