Create part from a sketch in an assembly 3

[MechDesg]

I have created a 3dSketch in my top level assembly that I would like to "export" to a part so that I may use it as a path for a sweep. Is there a way to do this?

 

[Heckler]

It seems to me you did it backwards. What you should have done was insert > Component > New Part. then draw you 3D sketch inside that part. I'm not sure you can make that 3D sketch associative with a part since it was created in an assembly. Maybe a convert entities might work once you have inserted a new part.

Best Regards,

Heckler
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[TateJ]

Insert a new part in your assembly. Then CONVERT ENTITIES fom your assembly sketch to a sketch in your new part. Then you're good to go.
But next time don't do it bass- ackwards...

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[CorBlimeyLimey]

There is nothing wrong with creating sketches (2D or 3D) in an assy. It is one of the premises of using Skeleton or Layout Sketches in the "Top Down" method of design.

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Helpful SW websites faq559-520​

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[TateJ]

CBL makes a good point... I guess it depends on your design intent. I've routed tubing thru large equipment layouts by the method I described. But maybe your approach works better for your layout.

I just like saying BASS ACKWARDS...

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[CorBlimeyLimey]

If you want to copy the sketch (non-associatively) into a separate part, you can also use the usual copy-n-paste method.

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Helpful SW websites faq559-520​

How to find answers ... faq559-1091​

SW2006-SP5 Basic ... No PDM​

 

[MechDesg]

Thanks for the help. I started a new part while in the assembly and have made my sketch. Now, how do I get out of this "grayed and translucent assembly" mode?

 

[TateJ]

"Editing a Part in an Assembly"

Look for that in the help menu. There should be something to CLICK to get back to your assembly.

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[Janman]

That or right click in empty space and select "Edit Assembly:..."

Mike