5.5.5. Combined search: 2D sketch search + geometric features

Search for an angle:

  1. Use the 2D sketch search [2D Sketch search] to draw the side view of the desired angle.

    At the best for this, use the pencil with strength 16.

    [Tip]Tip

    You can draw a straight line when pressing the shift key.

  2. Click Apply and search.

    -> The results are still relatively unspecific.

  3. Also use Advanced search for geometric features.

    The Geometric features dialog area opens.

    Select Size and enter >= 90 under Largest dimension [Major Dimension].

    [Note]Note

    When specifying the size, all 6 or only 1 of the options can be used.

    [Tip]Tip

    May be just stating one property can be more expedient than many.

  4. Click Apply and search.

    -> Now the search results are closer to the searched part. There is both a round hole and a long hole variant.

  5. If there are a large number of hits, it may be useful to restrict further. You have the option of specifying a hole [Hole] or slotted hole [Slotted Hole] under Geometric features.

    Open the dialog area anew by clicking on the respective icon in the search bar.

  6. For example, select Hole and enter the desired characteristic values.

    [Tip]Tip

    Using "=" you can search for exact values.

    However, sometimes it is better to use "greater equal", "from - to", etc. in order not to lose important hits.

  7. Click Apply and search.

    -> Now an exactly fitting angle is found under the first search results.

  8. Open the part in table and 3D view.

    For example, use measurement grid [Measuring grid] and measuring tool [Measure functions] one.

  9. If necessary, also check the result part under Technical Views [Technical views].