Bounding Box PropertyManager

To open the Bounding Box PropertyManager:

In an assembly, click Insert > Reference Geometry > Bounding Box.

Specify these options to create a bounding box.

Type of Bounding Box

Rectangular Creates a rectangular bounding box.
Cylindrical Creates a cylindrical bounding box that is best suited for cylindrical-shaped models.

Reference Face/Plane

Best Fit Uses the X-Y plane for the orientation of the bounding box.
Custom Plane Specifies a reference plane to use for the bounding box.

Options

Include hidden components Includes hidden components in the bounding box calculations.
Include envelope components Includes envelope components in the bounding box calculations.
Include hidden bodies Includes bodies that are hidden at the part level in the bounding box calculations.
Include surfaces Includes surface bodies in the bounding box calculations.
Show Preview Displays a preview of the bounding box in the graphics area.