Creating a Circular Pattern

Now create a circular pattern of the linear pattern, using a temporary axis as the axis of revolution.

1. Click View > Hide/Show > Temporary Axes.
2. Click Circular Pattern on the Features tab.
3. In the PropertyManager, under Direction1:
   1. For Pattern Axis, select the temporary axis that passes through the center of the revolved feature.
      The pointer changes to when you move it over the axis.

      Axis <1> appears in Pattern Axis.

   2. Select Instance spacing.
   3. If necessary, click Reverse Direction so the arrow in the graphics area points up.
   4. Set Angle to 120.
   5. Set Number of Instances to 3.