Part III: Working with Assemblies
FIGURE 13.14Applying a Rack and Pinion mate
Limit mates
You can apply limits to distance and angle mates in order to allow the parts to move within a
certain range of values. Figure 13.15 shows the PropertyManager interface for the Limit Angle
mate. Limit mates accept zero and negative values that are not normally accepted for dimensions
in SolidWorks. When used properly, Limit mates can be an extremely powerful tool for creating
more realistic motion in assemblies.
On the CD-ROM, open the assembly named Chapter 13 Robot Limit Mate.sldasm. Drag
the Robot Tower part. Notice that it only rotates within a limited angle. LimitAngle2 is the mate
that is driving this motion.