Creating Swept Flanges

To create swept flanges:

  1. Sketch an open, non-intersecting profile on a plane or face.
    swept_flange_profile.gif
  2. Create a path for the profile to follow. You can use a sketch or a series of existing sheet metal edges. The start or end point of the path must be coincident with the profile plane.
    swept_flange_path.gif
  3. Click Swept Flange tool_swept_flange_sheet_metal.gif (Sheet Metal toolbar) or Insert > Sheet Metal > Swept Flange.
  4. In the graphics area:
    1. Select a sketch for Profile sweep_profile.png.
    2. Select a sketch or a series of existing sheet metal edges for Path sweep_path.png.
  5. Set options in the PropertyManager, then click .
    swept_flange_done.gif