The MarkFoldLines tool checks whether the part contains at least one sheet metal feature with the " Sheet Metal" function.

If that is not the case, a message appears.


 

Once the MarkFoldLines launched, there are two possible methods: 

  • Automated processing of sheet metal parts.

When you select this method, the MarkFoldLines tool automatically detects whether the part contains one or more bodies. It inserts shapes on all identified folds and then removes the corresponding material.

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


 

If the part consists of multiple sections, the same cut is made along all the fold lines. When using this method, it is not possible to have different shapes on the sections.


 


If you want each sheet metal part to have a different shape, select the “Select Bend Lines” method and choose the desired shape from the cutting options. This step must be performed for each sheet metal part.


  • Selecting the fold lines.

When using this method, the user selects the fold lines on which to position the sketch block in order to create the material removal. When this option is selected, MarkFoldLines automatically determines the number of sheet metal bodies to be processed.

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


 

 


    • If the part contains multiple sheet metal bodies, MarkFoldLines automatically determines the number of sheet metal bodies to be processed. You must select the body to be processed, then select the fold line(s).


 

 


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