Solidworks 99 Tutorial [ Mobile ]

: Go to Insert > Component > From File .

: Click the Sketch button on the toolbar or go to Insert > Sketch . Select a default plane (e.g., Plane1). SolidWorks 99 Tutorial

: The first part you place is "Fixed" by default, meaning it cannot move. This serves as the anchor for your assembly. 3. Adding and Mating Components : Go to Insert > Component > From File

Below is a guide for creating a basic post assembly in SolidWorks 99, based on the SolidWorks 99 User's Guide . 1. Create the Post Part : The first part you place is "Fixed"

To "put together" the post with other parts (like a baseplate or cap), use Mates.

: Use the Rectangle or Circle tool to define the cross-section of your post.

: Use this to align circular centers (e.g., a bolt hole and a post). Distance : Set a specific gap between faces. 4. Finalizing the Assembly Solidworks Tutorial 4 - Simple Assemblies and Mates