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Welcome to the second session of the CATIA Design Series! In the previous lesson, we explored the basics of sketching, and now it’s time to take it up a notch by diving into part design—one of the most exciting and powerful features in CATIA. In this session, we will guide you through the Part Design Workbench, where you will build solid 3D models by adding depth to your sketches.
Ready to turn your 2D sketches into 3D models? Let’s get started!
Step 1: Setting up the Part Design Workbench
Before we jump into creating a solid model, let’s ensure your CATIA workspace is set up for Part Design.
Once set, let's take a moment to organize your toolbars. If you don’t see the required toolbars:
1. Right-click on the vertical bar on the side and select the toolbars you need.
2. If you want to reset the toolbar layout to default, click Customize and use the Restore All Contents and Positions option.
Your Task: Explore the Start Menu Tab in the Customize window to create shortcuts for frequently used workbenches or commands. For instance, you can create a shortcut for the Hide/Show command and assign it to your Spacebar for quick access.
Step 2: Creating a base model with pad command
Now, let’s convert this 2D sketch into a 3D solid model:
Challenge: Experiment with the Reverse Direction option and see how it changes the thickness direction of your model.
Step 3: Creating a slot with pocket command
In the Pocket Definition Window, set the First Limit to Up to Surface and select the opposite surface as the boundary for the pocket.
Interactive Task: Try using the Preview button to visualize your design before confirming the pocket.
Step 4: Adding holes using circle and pocket commands
Once the sketch is done, use the Pocket Command again, setting the First Limit to Up to Last, which will cut through the entire depth of the part.
To create the second hole, we’ll use the Mirror Command:
Quick Tip: If you need to hide or show the Specification Tree during your design, simply press F3 or use the View menu.
Step 5: Creating a vertical pad
Next, we’ll add a vertical pad between the holes.
Step 6: Adding a boss using concentric circles
The final feature we’ll create is a boss on top of the vertical pad using two concentric circles.
Pro Tip: Use the Measure Command to check dimensions by selecting two faces or surfaces.
Step 7: Review and Save
Now that our model is complete, let’s review it:
Finally, save your model by clicking File > Save or simply pressing Ctrl+S.
What’s Next?
Congratulations! You’ve successfully completed your first 3D model using CATIA V5's Part Design Workbench. In this session, we covered essential tools like Pad, Pocket, Mirror, and Measure—commands you’ll use frequently in your future designs.
Challenge: Try applying what you’ve learned to a new design. Can you create a similar part with different dimensions or add additional features?
This blog is part of our ongoing CATIA Design Series. If you missed the previous posts, check them out here
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