In this example, we achieve a constant thickness wall at the intersection between a feature and the part. A constant thickness wall is often a requirement of molded plastic products.
- On the ribbon, click
3D Model tab
Plastic Part panel
Rule Fillet
.
- Set the Source to Feature and select the Boss. Set the Rule to Against Part. Clear the All Rounds option. Enter a suitable fillet for the outside of the part.
- “Click to add” another rule. Set the Source to Feature and select the same Boss. Set the Rule to Against Part. This time clear the All Fillets option. Enter a radius which is equal to the one entered in the previous rule augmented by the part thickness.
- Click OK. The Rule fillet is finished and the part has a constant thickness at the intersection Boss-part body.