The sketches can be on parallel or non parallel planes.
Lofted bend sheet metal solidworks.
Create two separate open profile sketches.
When we look at the property manager for lofted bends we are presented with quite a few options.
To create a bent lofted bend.
Click lofted bend sheet metal toolbar or insert sheet metal lofted bends.
Create two separate open profile sketches.
Click lofted bend sheet metal toolbar or insert sheet metal lofted bends.
Create two separate open profile sketches.
Using the solidworks lofted bend feature you can create flat patterns to transition a square sheet metal opening down to round sheet metal opening.
To create a bent lofted bend.
In the propertymanager under manufacturing method select formed.
Begin with two open profile sketches.
Lofted bends in sheet metal parts use two open profile sketches that are connected by a loft.
Click lofted bend sheet metal toolbar or insert sheet metal lofted bends.
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The base flange feature is not used with the lofted bend feature.