Using Equations in the Chamfer PropertyManager

You can bevel the edges of a model using equations.

1. Open install_dir\samples\whatsnew\fundamentals\simple_frontplate.sldprt.
2. In the FeatureManager design tree, right-click the Equations folder, and select Manage Equations.

   The Equations dialog box lists two global variables and three equations.

3. Click OK to close the Equations dialog box.
4. Click Chamfer (Features toolbar), or Insert > Features > Chamfer.
5. In the PropertyManager, under Chamfer Parameters, do the following:
   1. In the graphics area, select the four edges of the front face for Edges and Faces or Vertex .

      

   2. Create a new global variable in Distance by typing =chamfer and click in the input field.
   3. Type to change the value from 10mm to 6mm.
   4. Type = in Angle . Select Functions > sin() from the flyout menu. Then type sin(90)*10 and click in the input field.

      The field displays an Equations button . Click to toggle the display between the equation and the value.

      

6. Click .