Calculating the weight of a part?

[billjenkins]

I would like to find the actual weight of a part in pounds.

I have attached one of the parts I would like to know the total pounds or ounces for.  I’m using a specific material that I set in the Physical tab of iProperties.

Version = Inventor Pro 2009

Thank You,

Bill J.

[mcgyvr]

look at the "physical" tab of the iproperties..

[billjenkins]

I see 4.184 lbmass (Rela listed in the Mass Window under General Properties located in the Physical tab. Does this mean the part has a weight of 4.184 pounds?

I hope it’s this easy.

Thanks,

Bill

[Anonymous · Accepted solution]

Good afternoon Bill,

Yes it really is that easy!  Ensure your material/ density is correct and the value given in the Mass box is correct!  You may need to hit Update if you have made any changes to the part.

[billjenkins · Accepted solution]

Thanks to all. This is really helpful and so easy. I try to figure stuff out but there have been several times that I would have been stuck without the assistance I’ve received here.

I do have another question regarding setting up the desired accuracy but I’ll ask about that in a new message.

Bill