Insert
This function allows the user to add a fully created screw/bolt insertion point based on a set of parameters
Usage
Profile
Sketch profile to be used to generate an insert from. Only one can be selected at once
Insert Diameter/Length
The diameter of the cylinder/screw/bolt that will be inserted dictates the size of the hole to be inserted. Screw length defines the extrusion length
Insert Type
There are two main insert types, both corresponding to different use cases.
Square insert | Triangle insert |
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Manual coordinates
This checkbox allows to select whether or not the user wants to place the center of the hole manually. If left unchecked, the whole will automatically be put in the middle
X/Y/Z fields
This field allows to put the xyz coordinates for the hole (in mm and cartesian reference frame)
Direction
This defines the direction to extrude in. Outwards will mean in the same direction as the normal of the profile an inwards will be the opposite