Rod Ends

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A useful function to draw Rod Ends.

To set the type and the parameters of a swivel, a simple and intuitive dialogue-box is opened with the appropriate commands described hereinafter.

As for all standard libraries, it is possible to create a part and insert automatically in the material’s slip the parts used. The code of the rod end's part is customizable by editing the value in the appropriate space. If the box is left empty, the code will be created automatically.

Click on Codified Menu and a dialogue box appears and allows the user to select a specific swivel between all those codified.

  • What
  • Displays a dialogue-box to set the type and the specific parameters of a swivel head to insert in the drawing.
  • Why
  • For the correct drawing of standard swivel head selecting in the available list the desired line containing the essential characteristics.
  • How
  • The dialogue-box opened with the command Top_TesteSno is divided in four main sectors.

The one on the top left acts on the image, thus click on the left side to modify the type, or on the right side to modify its view. The available views are: Plan, Sectional and Front. It is also possible to select the type by selecting the desired component in the pop-up list placed under the image of the swivel head.

Once confirmed the object to place in the drawing, just insert the object’s layering point and insertion angle.

Example 147. Draw Rod Ends.

(Dialog...) Insertion Point: Insertion Angle: