Solved: Sheet metal box flange

Anonymous · ‎06-13-2017

Hi,

Would you please tell me how to create an outer flange to the attached box. I created it as a normal part where I tried to make the box of open ends in a sheet metal mode, but I failed because I didn't know how to do that. Keeping in mind that the final fold will be butt welded. I am appreciating your help in any case.

Regards

blair · ‎06-13-2017

Convert the IPT to a Sheet Metal part with the correct "Thickness". You will need to open your Sketch3 and place a "Center Point" on the base surface where you want a "Rip" so the item can be Unfolded as the current shape doesn't have a "Start/Finish" edge. Then create the Flanges using the "Flange Tool" within the Sheet Metal environment. I can't post the file as you are on an older version. You should post which version you are on so we can supply the best solution to your needs based on your version of Inventor.

Inventor 2020, In-Cad, Simulation Mechanical

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Anonymous · ‎06-14-2017

Sorry, I always write my name atajabbas and Inventor 2016

Anonymous · ‎06-14-2017

hi Mr. blair,

Many thanks for your kind reply

The name is atajabbas and using Inventor 2016

Regards,

atajabbas

Inventor 2016