Thread Modeler
The Thread Modeler tool has been developed to allow Inventor users to generate a realistic model equivalent thread based on an existing Inventor thread feature.
Modelled threads are accurately generated saving a lot of time and effort for the user when compared with a manual approach, bringing a higher degree of realism to the models.
The new command can be found only in the parts environment and is available in the Modify area of the ribbon.
Thread Modeler Ribbon
To use the Thread Modeler command, first the user must create a thread feature in the model, using the Inventor command.
Inventor Thread feature
The Thread feature will create a surface which mimics the real thread. So, the result it’s just an image.
Inventor Thread feature creation
Inventor Thread feature surface
Once the thread surface is created, select the Thread Modeler command. This action will open a dialog and will activate the selection mode that will allow the selection of the thread features from the Model Panel.
You can select one or multiple threads, if available in the model.
Thread selection
After the selection, press OK and the thread will be generated automatically.
Behind, the program is creating very fast several features based on the selected threads and applying the selected standard. So new feature will appear in the structure of the part.
Also, the thread features created with the Inventor command will be deactivated.
New features in part structure
The Thread modeler command is using sketch templates to generate the real Thread model.
Thread sketch templates
In 2024 version we have 2 standards: ISO and BSW.
Thread templates
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