: Reduces the risk of surface scratches, cracks, or "crumbles" (in sand casting) during the extraction process.
The Draft feature is a critical tool used primarily in mold design and the creation of plastic parts. It adds a slight taper or angle to the vertical walls of a 3D model, ensuring that parts can be easily ejected from a mold without sticking or causing damage. Core Types of Drafts
SOLIDWORKS offers several methods to apply these tapers, which can be accessed via . 38578mp4
: A more advanced option that allows for multiple draft angles to be applied to the same face starting from the same edge, often used in complex mold designs. Key Benefits for Manufacturing
: Define the "direction of pull"—the path the part will take when leaving the mold—by selecting a plane or planar face. Specify Angle : Enter the minimum required draft (typically 1∘1 raised to the composed with power 3∘3 raised to the composed with power for basic plastic parts, or higher for textured surfaces). : Reduces the risk of surface scratches, cracks,
SOLIDWORKS Tutorial - Fantastic Plastic 03 - Working With Draft
: Use the Draft Analysis tool under the Evaluate tab to identify faces that lack the required taper. Core Types of Drafts SOLIDWORKS offers several methods
: Essential for injection molding and die-casting to allow the part to slide out of the tool.