The tool MarkFoldLines tests for the presence of at least one sheet metal body, function ''.Sheet metal work', in the part.

If this is not the case, a message appears.


 

Once the tool MarkFoldLines launched, there are two possible methods: 

  • Automatic processing of sheet metal bodies.

By choosing this method the MarkFoldLines automatically detects if the part has one or more bodies. It performs the insertion of the shapes on all the folds listed and then the corresponding material removal.

If there is only one body, a single function is created that includes a sketch with the sketch blocks placed at the ends of the bend lines.


 

If the part has several bodies, the same cut is made on all the bending lines. By choosing this method, it is not possible to have different shapes on the bodies.


 


If you want to have a different shape on each sheet metal body, you have to select the method Selection of the folding lines'' and choose the desired shape in the cutting options. This action must be performed on each sheet metal body.


  • The selection of the folding lines.

By choosing this method, the user selects the bend lines on which to position the sketch block to create the material removal. When this option is selected, MarkFoldLines automatically finds the number of sheet metal bodies to be processed.

    • If there is only one body, it will be automatically detected and unfolded. Just select the folding line(s).


 

 


    • If the part has several sheet metal bodies, MarkFoldLines automatically finds the number of sheet metal bodies to process. It is necessary to select the body to be processed, then the bending line(s).


 

 


MarkFoldLines places the sketch blocks at the ends of the selected lines and removes the corresponding material.