Non standard arrays

[swale74]

is there a simple method for non-standard arrays? We have keys in an array pattern around the shaft of the cylinder and the keys lie at 13, 42.5, 64, 87, 113.25. In Ideas there was a way of placing commas between the angles and achieving this in one step. Is there a method for this in NX or a program to get this in less steps. Thanks

NX 6.0.5.3 in Windows 7
Mechanical designer

 

[JohnRBaker]

This is supported as part of the Pattern Feature enhancements made in NX 8.0.

John R. Baker, P.E.
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[swale74]

Nothing in NX 6.0? We're suppose to be updating to NX 8.0 in the new year can't wait.

NX 6.0.5.3 in Windows 7
Mechanical designer

 

[JohnRBaker]

Not using arrays. You'll have to created each keyway as an explicit feature although you could use 'Copy & Paste' or UDF's (User Defined Features) to make the task a bit less tedious by leveraging the original keyway feature and simply placing it multiple times.

John R. Baker, P.E.
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Siemens PLM Software Inc.
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[swale74]

We have been using separate arrays for each key way all referenced the the original. Then any changes will be transferred. It was just a question to see if there is a better way but we'll have to wait until our update. Thanks John.

NX 6.0.5.3 in Windows 7
Mechanical designer

 

[JohnRBaker]

Yes, I should said, "Not using a single array."

John R. Baker, P.E.
Product 'Evangelist'
Product Engineering Software
Siemens PLM Software Inc.
Industry Sector
Cypress, CA
Siemens PLM:
UG/NX Museum:

To an Engineer, the glass is twice as big as it needs to be.