Chapter 29: Using SolidWorks Sheet Metal Tools
- Click the Edit Flange Profile button in the PropertyManager, and manually pull the
sketch back from the ends of the flange. Add dimensions to make the flange 3 inches
from the corner on the left side, and 5 inches from the corner on the right side, as shown
in Figure 29.48; otherwise, use the default settings for the flange. Click OK to accept the
feature when you are satisfied with the settings.
FIGURE 29.48
Creating an Edge Flange
- Select the inside edge of the top of the Edge Flange that you have just created, and
initiate a Hem feature. Use the settings Material Inside, Closed Hem, with a length of
.25 inches, and make the material go toward the inside of the box. The settings and pre-
view of the feature are shown in Figure 29.49.
FIGURE 29.49
Creating a hem
