Configuring Parametric Part Variations Using a Master Model

[sj_kohlmann]

Objective
We’re exploring a solution to efficiently configure our base models. Many of our parts come in multiple variations, sometimes exceeding 60 per part. Each model is driven by several parameters that define these variations.

All part and assembly files are fully parametric and modeled from the origin using work geometry. Adjusting parameters does not cause conflicts or break the models.

What We’re Looking For
Our goal is to maintain a single master part file ("mother model") and generate all 60+ variations into a library, similar to how Autodesk’s Content Center operates. This approach allows us to manage revisions centrally and avoid duplicating effort across multiple files.

Our Question
What would be your recommended approach to set this up?
Can this be achieved using iLogic, iPart, or iAssembly? Or would you suggest a third-party configurator like DriveWorks (for SOLIDWORKS)?

Important constraints:

• We want to avoid file replication or manual copying.
• Variants should be generated and stored in a reusable library folder.

[johnsonshiue]

Hi! I believe you want to use Inventor Model States (all wrapped in one file) or iPart/iAssembly (one factory file and member files).

For the former, after you authorize the Model State members, you will need to elaborate the members manually or programmatically so that the members persist.

For the latter, you will need to use Generate Files command to generate each member files individually.

Many thanks!