Typically in traditional CAD design, when you want to build parts/assemblies that move and size together you would use parameters and constraints. This is a strong capability but can become time consuming especially if you have interchangeable parts or configurable parts. In IRONCAD, there are other methods to achieve a similar approach that can save time and can be used for multiple parts without having to recreate constraints each time a different part is used.
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Did you see the new structure part example tutorials on IronCAD.Academy? These videos are a great tutorial to learn about IronCAD’s different design capabilities. For users that are familiar traditional CAD systems, structured part mode can offer a familiar user experience, with the benefit of having IronCAD’s other industry leading features. On top of this flexibility, IronCAD can cover those cases where you may want to use multiple bodies and more of a rigid approach to your part design. This
IronCAD has a structured BOM mode that allows users to collapse or show specific portions of their scene tree on command. When creating a BOM in ICD, ensure that you select the structured mode in the bill of Materials Style:
When editing the BOM, you will now see an additional column present on the left side that contains + and – that will expand or collapse your BOM.
When you press apply, the BOM will apply your changes and display the BOM as shown in the Edit
Did you know that IronCAD Bulk View creation tool can automatically add dimensions to your views when they are generated?
These dimensions can automatically be created by the IronCAD application with a template that defines which views will have dimensions as well as the properties of the dimensions themselves. To get started, you can create a simple part and then save it to a location on your PC. A simple block is enough to work. Then create a drawing based on that block and add the
IronCAD has a whole list of ways to create copies and links of parts. But what if you have externally linked parts in an assembly that you want to use elsewhere or in another design? We will cover the many ways you can do this in IronCAD. Let dive in:
If you want to use a part that exists in a large assembly inside of another design, you can use the save as part/assembly external option from the home menu to create an external linked copy in another location. This tool is very useful for li
Common components reduce the amount of time required for a user to create bulk drawings by connecting pre-created drawings to common parts and assemblies. These common components have preexisting drawings associated with them when used from the IronCAD catalog system in the 3D scene. When you need to make a bulk drawing for your assemblies, the drawings' look and feel will remain consistent for parts that have already have drawings and will update to the changes performed on these parts/assembl
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