You can map bend line directions to specific layers when you export sheet metal models as .dxf or .dwg files. For example, in sheet metal parts with up and down bend directions, you can map the different bend line directions to separate layers when you export the part.
To export and map bend line directions for a sheet metal part:
- Click .
- For file type, select .dxf or .dwg.
- Click Options.
- Under Custom Map SolidWorks to DXF/DWG, select Enable.
- Set other export options and click OK.
- In the DXF/ DWG Output PropertyManager, under Entities to Export, select Bend lines.
- Select other options and click .
- In the SolidWorks to DXF/DWG Mapping dialog box:
- Assign layers to entities.
- Map other properties.
- Click OK.