Fastener Stack

Fastener Stack is an assembly-level feature where you define a stack of Toolbox fasteners and apply them to multiple holes in assemblies. Each stack is an instance of a virtual subassembly.

Large quantities of Toolbox components can affect assembly and drawing performance. Although you may not need the components visible, it is important that they are in BOMs. The Fastener Stack tool reduces:
  • Visual clutter in the graphics area. You can choose different display modes. Regardless of the display mode, the components appear in BOMs. The virtual subassemblies are not in BOMs.
  • The number of mates required. Mates between fasteners in the stack are in the virtual subassembly.
  • Additional geometry in assemblies.