Bend Deductions in Multiple Configurations

Discussion in 'SolidWorks' started by MikeyG, Sep 12, 2008.

  1. MikeyG

    MikeyG Guest

    Is it possible to have different bend deductions in multiple
    configurations?

    I have a part that is very similar in multiple assemblies (I am
    working with someone elses assemblies, I replaced the original
    Engineer who had poor modeling techniques).

    Picture this: a sheetmetal rectangle with 3 equal mitered flanges
    (leaving one side open). It varies in width from 11" to 13" to 15"
    etc. When it changes from 11" to 15" and up, the material thickness
    needs to increases also. The thickness & bend radius is simple
    enough, just double click the dimension and change it utilizing the
    "this configuration" option. Well this option does not exist for bend
    allowances, bend deductions, & K-Factors (at least not in SWX 2007).

    I hope I'm not asking a redundant question, I searched the groups for
    a little while.

    Thanks in Advance,

    MikeyG
     
    MikeyG, Sep 12, 2008
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  2. MikeyG

    Cliff Guest

    I'd think the "K factor" (neutral surface method) a constant.
    Using other methods naturally produces minor problems
    (even though things should scale) <g>.
     
    Cliff, Sep 12, 2008
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