Change Hole Type

[stThree]

In NX 6 is there a way to change a hole type? For example if I insert a threaded hole but then later need to change it to just a screw clearance hole how can I do that? When I edit the hole all other types are greyed out.

Thanks,
Steve

 

[JohnRBaker]

NO, and before you ask, yes, we're aware of the value of being able to do this and it's on our list for implementation in a future version of NX.

John R. Baker, P.E.
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[BOPdesigner]

John, how many releases does this take? It seems like such an easy enhancement, but it must not be. I can see several status 1 PRs entered for this.

stThree: At least you don't have to recreate the defining sketch. Right click on your hole feature and select "Make Sketch External". Then delete the hole feature. Create a new hole feature of different hole type and pick that sketch for the points. Make the sketch internal to the new hole feature (optional).

 

[potrero]

yeah, redundant I know, but I'll add a voice to the chorus here asking for this enhancement.