Use parametricly defined angles in flange tool

[david.vladar]

I am currently creating a sheet metal part that requires a flange that can adjust the angle on the fly, as parameters are changed.  I have created a parameter to do this calculation, but when i try to apply it within the flange tool, I can choose the parameter but it is always red and won't actually accept it as a valid input. (even though the parameter list pops up while typing the name)

Is this something that can't be done? or is there a trick/certain requirements to make it a valid input?

Thanks,

David.

[g-andresen]

Hi,

Please share the file.

File > export > save as f3d on local drive  > attach it to the next post

günther

[david.vladar]

This particular parameter is getting applied to the third flange tool.  

  

  

[g-andresen · Accepted solution]

Hi,

This is because a driven dimension (cover angle) of a sketch is used to calculate the angle.
Driven dimensions can only be used for calculations within the same sketch.

günther

[david.vladar]

Thank you! A Quick test confirms this. I will need to calculate this in a more mathematical fashion.

[g-andresen · Accepted solution]

Hi,

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@david.vladar  schrieb:
 I will need to calculate this in a more mathematical fashion.

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You just have to make sure that the Cover Angle is not a driven dimension but a driving one.

günther