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Creating a Tapered Internal Thread Using [Cut Pie] and [Cosmetic Thread]
This section explains how to create a tapered internal thread. IRONCAD is a CAD system that allows efficient modeling by utilizing items from the standard catalog. Tapered internal threads can also be easily created by using [Cut Pie] from the ...
Set Insert Joint Point and create continuous pipes and mounts
This section explains how to use the [Attachment Point] function to build continuous pipe structures or equipment base frames in IRONCAD. In piping design and equipment base structures, it is common to use multiple sections of the same type of round ...
Separate Features Within a Single Part into a New Part
In IRONCAD, you can model multiple features within a single part, similar to assembling LEGO blocks from the catalog. However, there may be cases where you want to separate some features into a different part later. You can efficiently perform this ...
Creat a Helical Groove on a Cylinder
This section explains how to create a helical groove on the side of a cylinder using the [Helix] option under 3D Curve. The helical groove is created using a combination of the [Helix] command from 3D Curve and the [Sweep] command. Procedure: [1] ...
Create a Cam Profile Using B-Splines
This section explains how to create a cam profile. Procedure: [1] Click [Extrude Wizard] in the [Feature] tab . Extrusion Wizard - IRONCAD User's Guide [2] Create the cross-sectional shape of the cam as a new part. Use [Polyline] and [BSpline] to ...
Partial Chamfering
This section explains how to chamfer only part of an edge or perform a partial chamfer. Procedure: Method1: It is possible to edit the chamfer area using the Extrude feature (or the Extrude Wizard). [1] Place [Extrude] into the scene. [2] Click ...
Applying Colors with SmartPaint
[SmartPaint] feature is a feature that allows you to apply colors to parts and faces. In addition to enhancing the visual appearance to resemble the final product, SmartPaint can also be used to prevent editing errors. For example, by assigning ...
Moving or Copying Negative Features with Fillets/Chamfers
When copying or link-copying negative features that include fillets using the TriBall, the filleted portions will not be copied. Mothods: Copy the negative feature first, then reapply the fillet to match the original. Create the feature as a positive ...
Drilling Holes in the Side of a Cylinder
This section explains how to create holes in the side surface of a cylinderical solid shape. Procedure: [1] From the [Shapes] catalog, drag and drop [Cut Cylinder] onto the cylindrical shape. [2] Select the hole and activate the TriBall. [3] Use the ...
Creating a Tapered Threaded Hole
This section explains how to create a tapered threaded hole using the [Custom Hole] command in the [Feature] tab. Procedure: [1] Click [Custom Hole] in the [Feature] tab. [2] Select face. [3] Select [Taper Thread Hole] in the [Type] menu. [4] Set ...
"Ctrl + E" key - change the display of edges
Since IRONCAD 2022, the switch operation of the edges display of the part has changed. Older versions (and earlier IRONCAD 2021) return to the original part state by pressing the Ctrl + E key twice. After IRONCAD 2022 has added "Shaded" pattern. ...
Create fan-shaped model
Fan-shaped models can be created in the Spin Wizard or Extrusion Wizard. In case of Spin Wizard [1] Click "Spin Wizard" on the Feature tab. [2] Select Plane Type, then draw sketch. Create a sketch with the Y axis pointing upward. Then click "Finish" ...
Create a rectangular pyramid shape
You can usually create a pyramid shape using [Pyramid] in the [Shape] Catalog. However, rectangular pyramid cannot be created. Rectangular pyramid can be created in the [Extrude Wizard] on the [Feature] tab. Procedures: [1] Create a block using ...
Create a Tension Spring
This section explains how to create a tension spring. When using the Parasolid modeling kernel, it is not possible to create a tension spring without any gaps. A slight gap is required. Also, when placing a helix in space, the anchor point of the ...
Create Hose Model
This section explains how to create a hose that connects fixed-position pipes. [1] Click [3D Curve] in the [3D Curve] tab. [2] Click [Spline]. n the [3D Curve] group. [3] Specify each center points to create a 3D curve. [4] After creating the 3D ...
Create Line Segments in a 3D 2D Sketch (Two Point, Tangent, Perpendicular)
This section explains how to create line segments in a 2D sketch within a 3D Scene. Use the following tools from the [Sketch] tab → [Drawing] group: [Two Point], [Tangent], and [Perpendicular]. Procedure: [Two point] Operation [1] Click [2-Point] in ...
Split a Brep Part
This section explains how to split a Brep part using the [Split] function under the Feature tab. Use [Split] command in the [Feature] tab. This function can be used to extract components such as screws from Brep parts. Procedure: [1] From the ...
Create Variable Fillet
This section explains how to use the [Variable] option of the [Blend Edges] feature in the [Features] tab. Procedure: [1] Click [Blend Edges] in the [Feature] tab. [2] In [Blend Type], select [Variable]. [3] In [Advance Options], uncheck all options. ...
Create Multiple Copies/Link Copies in Sequence
This section explains how to create multiple copies or link copies in sequence using the TriBall. The right-click menu of the TriBall will be used in this operation. As an example, we will copy the screw hole at the lower right of the figure to the ...
Creating Continuous 3D Curves Using TriBall
The following instructions are based on IRONCAD 2022. In IRONCAD 2021 and earlier versions, the command locations differ slightly, but the operation method is the same. When creating a continuous 3D curve passing through multiple specified points, ...
Create a Cam Shape by Extruding
This section explains how to create a cam-shaped model using the Extrusion Wizard. Procedure: [1] Click [Extrude Wizard] in the Feature tab. [2] On the wizard screen, click [Finish] and complete the wizard. [3] Right-click on the sketch screen, then ...
Set Parts as Active
When setting a part as active means currently modeled part only editable. This prevents accidental modifications to other parts. How to: Select the part you want to activate, then right-click and choose [Set as active] from the context menu. The name ...
Create a Cam Belts
This section explains the basic operations of [Cam Belt] in the [Flex Shapes] catalog. Procedure: Expand [Cam Belt] in the Scene Browser. Change size You can change the size of the cam belt by moving the negative feature cylinder (H Cylinder) using ...
Create a Cam Block
This section explains the basic operations for the [Cam Block] in the [FlexShapes] catalog. How to Modify the Shape Expand the Cam Block in the Scene Browser. Resize Use the TriBall tool to move the subtractive cylinder (H Cylinder). Moving this ...
Split the face (solid/surface)
This section explains how to split specific faces of a solid or surface using arbitrary 3D curves. Use the [Split Faces] command located in the [Features] tab. There are four types of face splitting methods: Projection Projects a sketch, edge, or 3D ...
Creating Grooves on a Cylindrical Surface Using Wrap Emboss
This section explains how to create evenly spaced radial grooves on the side surface of a cylindrical shape. Procedure: [1] Check the circumference length of the cylinder. [2] Go to the [Sketch] tab and create sketch line that match the circumference ...
Link Design Variations and Configurations
Explain how to link the display status of the part that created the design variation and the Configuration. Design Variations: One part can set different states of length and diameter and change shape. Configuration: You can toggle the display status ...
Creating a Bolt Hole Using [Custom Hole]
This section explains how to create a bolt hole using the [Custom Hole] feature found in the [Feature] tab. Procedure: [1] Go to the [Feature] tab and click [Custom Hole]. [2] Select the target part and click on the desired placement point. [3] In ...
Creating a Tapered External Thread Using [Part Cone]
This section explains how to create a tapered external thread. IRONCAD is a CAD system that allows for efficient modeling using standard catalog items. Tapered external threads can also be easily created by using the [Part Cone] item from the ...
Edit Facet Data
When you import intermediate files that contain faceted data into IRONCAD, they will be loaded as impossible editting data. (This is indicated by the red block icon.) Facet parts are not editable in their imported state. To make faceted data ...
Creating a Groove on a Cylindrical Surface Using Sweep
This section explains how to create a groove for a cam on a cylindrical shape. The groove is created in a direction perpendicular to the center axis of the cylinder. Procedure: [1] Draw a 2D sketch to use as a guide curve for the cylindrical surface. ...
Copy 2D Data by Base Point and Perform Extrusion
This section explains how to copy 2D data using a base point, paste it into a 3D scene, and perform an extrusion. Procedure: [1] Select the 2D shape. [2] Click [Copy with Base Point] in the [Common] tab, then select a "Base Point". [3] Create a ...
Using Other Dimension Values in Sketch Dimensions
This section explains how to apply or reference other dimension values to dimensions (SmartDimensions) created in a 3D sketch. This feature is especially useful when creating shapes that change in a regular pattern. This function cannot be applied to ...
Creating Internal Links for Multiple Elements After Placement
Starting with IRONCAD 2024, a new feature has been added that allows you to create internal links for parts or assemblies that are not already linked within the scene. Procedure: [1] Select multiple parts or assemblies for which you want to create ...
Create a Bent Round Pipe (Rod) Shape
This section explains how to create the shape of a bent round pipe or round rod. Procedure: [1] Click [Sweep Wizard] in the [Feature] tab. Click [Finish]. [2] Create the guideline for the pipe using sketch commands. Click [Finish]. [3] Create a ...
Selecting All Smoothly Connected Faces with the Tab Key
This section explains how to select all smoothly connected faces or edges using the Tab key. Procedure: [1] From the Selection Filter at the bottom right of the screen, select [Face] or [Edge]. [2] Left-click on the desired face, then press the Tab ...
Replacing Features via Drag & Drop from the Catalog
This section explains how to replace a feature using the drag-and-drop function from the catalog. Press and hold the Ctrl key while dragging the desired catalog item (feature) with the left mouse button. Drop the item onto the face or edge of the ...
Fix the twist of loft shape
When creating loft, the shape may be twisted. It will explain how to deal with that case. Procesures 〔1〕 Right-click of Loft, Click "Edit Match Points". 〔2〕 Click on a number to see a red dot. (Match Point) Drag and drop to fix the position. 〔3〕 The ...