The cutout options allow you to select the sketch block that contains the cutout shape.

Select this form from the drop-down list; you can then create and customize blocks.


 


This list is provided as an example. By selecting " Other," you can choose a custom sketch block.


 


The sketch block is then inserted at the ends of the fold lines. This block is positioned using:

  - The insertion point coincides with the end of the fold line.

  - A parallel relationship between the construction line contained within the block and the fold line.


 


If folding lines are collinear, there are two possible ways to handle this.


 


  • A notch at each end of the lines:


 


Here, the two selected lines are perfectly collinear, so four notches are made. The result is as follows:


 


  • A notch outside the lines:


 


Here, the two selected lines are perfectly collinear; two notches are made.


 


  • In addition to the two options above, the purpose of checking the “Do not generate material removal” option is to create a mark at the ends of the folds that is defined solely by the outline of the selected block (no material is removed from the selected block).


   


If, by chance, a sketch block is positioned inside the sheet metal flange, a message appears warning that the cut will not be made at that location. This can happen if the bend line does not extend all the way to the edge of the panel, or if the shape is not large enough and therefore does not extend beyond the sheet metal.

The user will then be able to make the appropriate changes.


 


 


In some cases, the " Merge Faces " setting in the " Unfolded View " function may be deselected. A message appears indicating that MarkFoldLines will enable this option.


   


If you click " OK," the " Merge Faces " option will be modified by the tool, and the cuts will be made on the sheet metal body.

If you click " Cancel," the " Merge Faces " option will not be changed, and the cuts in the sheet metal body will not be made. The tool will then process the next sheet metal body.