Where is the thread option in SOLIDWORKS?

Where is the thread option in SOLIDWORKS?

Using the Thread Tool The Thread Tool can then be found underneath the Hole Wizard Tool on the Features tab of the Command Manager, or in Insert>Features>Thread. Once the Thread Tool is selected the location of the thread needs to be specified by selecting a circular edge. Then the thread specification should be set.

What is thread in SOLIDWORKS?

The threading feature in SolidWorks offers you a much easier way to create threaded feature geometry on your parts. Previously you would need to sketch out the profile of your thread and the pitch with a helix. Now adding threads is as simple as a few clicks.

How do you cut threads in Solidworks?

To create a cut thread:

1. Open a model with a cylindrical part and click Insert > Features > Thread .
2. In the graphics area, select a circular edge.
3. In the PropertyManager, under Specification, set values for the following:
4. For Thread method, click Cut thread.
5. Set the starting position of the Thread Location:

How do I show threads in assembly in Solidworks?

To get there go to Tools > Options > Document Properties . In the Detailing section, there are two options that need to be selected, ‘Cosmetic threads’ and ‘Display annotations’. If you are looking to add a shaded view of cosmetic threads in the hole, the option ‘Shaded cosmetic threads’ will also need to be selected.

How do you call an external thread in Solidworks?

The thread callout is defined in the Cosmetic Thread feature of the source part or assembly. You use the Smart Dimension tool to add the callout in a side view or section view of the external thread. To add the callout: Click Smart Dimension (Dimensions/Relations toolbar) or Tools > Dimensions > Smart.

How do you make a m12 thread in Solidworks?

Creating a Cut Thread

1. Open a part file. The diameter of the cylinder is 6mm.
2. Click Insert > Features > Thread .
3. In the graphics area, select the top edge of the cylinder.
4. In the PropertyManager, under Specification:
5. Under Thread Location:
6. Under End Condition, click Maintain Thread Length.
7. Click .

How do you create an internal thread in Solidworks?

How to make a thread in SolidWorks basic?

How to make a thread in SOLIDWORKS – Basic To make a thread in SOLIDWORKS we can simply to go Insert > Features > Thread. We then choose an edge of our model and go through and populate our thread specifications. Once we’re done doing that, we can hit the green checkmark and there are our threads.

When did Toby Schnaars start using SolidWorks?

Toby Schnaars began using the SOLIDWORKS Software on the ’98 plus release, in October of 1998. Toby is currently a Technical Sales Manager at Dassault Systemes SOLIDWORKS. He has fielded over 10,000 tech support cases and been the head instructor for over 200 SOLIDWORKS training classes.

Why do I have to have a dimension for threads?

The reason I have that dimension there is because I want there to be a little bit of overlap between where the thread is cutting and the very outer most part of the shaft by just a few thou (maybe 0.003 inches).