Cannot Flat Pattern Tapering Cylinder

[mickmac06]

Hi,

I'm having problems creating a flat pattern from a tapering cylinder. The Cylinder has a cut down the length of it and it should be a simple operation to flat pattern it, but for some reason it isn't working. Any help would be much appreciated. Part attached below

[-niels- · Accepted solution]

If you create your tapered cylinder with sheet metal functions it has better results.

I've attached a lofted flange version of your file, did not make it that accurate so make sure to check if it meets your requirements.

[mickmac06]

Thanks Niels,

I don't usually use the sheet metal tools, so I'll bear that in mind next time I need to do something like this.

Mike

[JDMather]

@mickmac06 

One problem with the technique that you used is the cut edge is not perpendicular the to the thickness...

If you revolved a single (angled) line around an axis as a Surface Body and then Thickened - it would convert correctly to a Sheet Metal part.