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TubesT-Common Part Modeling Specifications

I. Introduction

 

Generating the toolpathin CAM software is heavily dependent on the correctness of the source CAD model. This tutorial details modeling specifications for parts and examines common modeling pitfalls.

 

Menu

(1) Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

(2) Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

(3) Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

(4) I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

(5) Sheet Metal Parts Guide

Note:

First review the <Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts>, then examine the section-specific considerations for the part you are currently machining. Both sections must be reviewed.

After clicking the Table of Contents, scroll up slightly to locate the corresponding subsection headings.

 

Pink bold text indicates function documentation notes, for which the English version is currently unavailable.

 

 

 

II. Detailed Specifications

 

(1)Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

The part cross-sections in drawing

=

The actual tube section.

The part must be manufacturable using available machine tool capabilities.

Thickness must be uniform

Must be an extruded profile

Consistent cross-section at any position

No redundant protrusions

Holes and slots must not intersect with end faces

(to prevent toolpath recognition errors).

Other Quick Links:

Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

Sheet Metal Parts Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(2)Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

Internal = external R corner

 

External R corner - Thickness

= Internal R corner

Other Quick Links:

Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

Sheet Metal Parts Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(3)Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

No R corner required
Preferred method when using weld seam compensation

   

When modeling R corner, you must conform to GB standard types

The thickness and length on both sides of channel steel must be uniform.

Other Quick Links:

Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

Sheet Metal Parts Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(4)I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

Web R corner cannot be 0

Web must be centered between flanges

Top/bottom flange thickness and length must match

Note: I-beams should be modeled as H-beams, with flange thickness set to the maximum I-beam flange thickness specification.

Revision Method

【How to Add Fillets to an I-Beam with R=0】

When the wing plate/web is completely unnecessary, an additional portion needs to be cut from another area.

A shape that cannot be directly cut by laser has appeared at the R-corner position.

※The tongue width needs to be confirmed, as different width requirements lead to different drafting specifications.

The web R corner must be retained to avoid laser-uncuttable geometries.

The flange plate shall remain intact, and the web scallop for welding should retain a root

(a root of 0.5mm is recommended).

Other Quick Links:

Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

Sheet Metal Parts Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(5)Sheet Metal Parts Guide

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

The cross-section of the part is damaged.

 

Solution:

【The Solution for Sheet Metal Part Processing】

Click [Draw Part], then select the [Folder Icon] in the top-left corner.

Import the part and change the extrusion cut feature to [Making] .

Detailed Explanation

【Toolpath Processing Tutorial for Sheet Metal Parts】

Other Quick Links:

Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

III. FAQ

 

1. How to Determine if a Part is an Extruded Profile or Has Uniform Thickness?

Open the part drawing in SolidWorks, then switch the view to the front view. This allows you to determine whether the part is an extruded profile and verify its thickness.

 

2. If a part is an I-beam or H-beam, what potential issues might arise?

Measure in the Solidwork or TubesT whether the widths of the flanges are consistent, and whether the web is centered between the flanges.

 

 

 

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I. Introduction

 

Generating the toolpathin CAM software is heavily dependent on the correctness of the source CAD model. This tutorial details modeling specifications for parts and examines common modeling pitfalls.

 

Menu

(1) Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

(2) Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

(3) Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

(4) I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

(5) Sheet Metal Parts Guide

Note:

First review the <Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts>, then examine the section-specific considerations for the part you are currently machining. Both sections must be reviewed.

After clicking the Table of Contents, scroll up slightly to locate the corresponding subsection headings.

 

Pink bold text indicates function documentation notes, for which the English version is currently unavailable.

 

 

 

II. Detailed Specifications

 

(1)Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

The part cross-sections in drawing

=

The actual tube section.

The part must be manufacturable using available machine tool capabilities.

Thickness must be uniform

Must be an extruded profile

Consistent cross-section at any position

No redundant protrusions

Holes and slots must not intersect with end faces

(to prevent toolpath recognition errors).

Other Quick Links:

Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

Sheet Metal Parts Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(2)Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

Internal = external R corner

 

External R corner - Thickness

= Internal R corner

Other Quick Links:

Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

Sheet Metal Parts Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(3)Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

No R corner required
Preferred method when using weld seam compensation

   

When modeling R corner, you must conform to GB standard types

The thickness and length on both sides of channel steel must be uniform.

Other Quick Links:

Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

Sheet Metal Parts Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(4)I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

Web R corner cannot be 0

Web must be centered between flanges

Top/bottom flange thickness and length must match

Note: I-beams should be modeled as H-beams, with flange thickness set to the maximum I-beam flange thickness specification.

Revision Method

【How to Add Fillets to an I-Beam with R=0】

When the wing plate/web is completely unnecessary, an additional portion needs to be cut from another area.

A shape that cannot be directly cut by laser has appeared at the R-corner position.

※The tongue width needs to be confirmed, as different width requirements lead to different drafting specifications.

The web R corner must be retained to avoid laser-uncuttable geometries.

The flange plate shall remain intact, and the web scallop for welding should retain a root

(a root of 0.5mm is recommended).

Other Quick Links:

Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

Sheet Metal Parts Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(5)Sheet Metal Parts Guide

Requirements Compliant Modeling Non-Compliant Modeling

The cross-section of the part is damaged.

 

Solution:

【The Solution for Sheet Metal Part Processing】

Click [Draw Part], then select the [Folder Icon] in the top-left corner.

Import the part and change the extrusion cut feature to [Making] .

Detailed Explanation

【Toolpath Processing Tutorial for Sheet Metal Parts】

Other Quick Links:

Mandatory Universal Specifications for All Parts

Square/Rectangular Tubes Guide

Angle & Channel Steel Tubes Guide

I-Beam and H-Beam Tubes Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

III. FAQ

 

1. How to Determine if a Part is an Extruded Profile or Has Uniform Thickness?

Open the part drawing in SolidWorks, then switch the view to the front view. This allows you to determine whether the part is an extruded profile and verify its thickness.

 

2. If a part is an I-beam or H-beam, what potential issues might arise?

Measure in the Solidwork or TubesT whether the widths of the flanges are consistent, and whether the web is centered between the flanges.