Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
On this tab (Figure 8.22), you can modify the template for each
component. You can also change the scale or path, or even mirror
the parts as they're created.
FIGURE 8.22 The Bodies dialog for the Make Components tool
5. Click OK to create the new part and assembly fi les.
6. When the new fi le opens, it may appear blank. Use the Home View
tool to bring the model into view.
7. Use the Save tool to create the new assembly and part fi les. Click OK
to update and create the fi les.
Even though you started by creating a part fi le in the assembly, you really need
to have the bearing cover assembly in the fan assembly. To do this, you need to
replace the single part component with an assembly component.
The Replace Tool
By now, I'm sure you've become aware that the right-click context menus are a
gold mine. You can fi nd the Replace tool and the Replace All tool in the context
menu after you select a component. You can also fi nd them in the Component
panel of the Assemble tab.
These tools can take a component or all instances of a component and replace
them. In cases where the geometry is similar enough, you don't even need to
reapply assembly constraints.
Replacing a Component in the Assembly
In this case, you have only one instance, so that makes tool selection easier:
1. Pick the Replace tool on the Component panel.
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