Punch Tool Dialog Reference

Punches a 3D shape into a sheet metal face. At least one hole center must exist on the selected sheet metal face.

Access

Ribbon: Sheet Metal tab Modify panel Punch Tool

Then, in the Punch Tool Directory, select a punch and click Open.

The iFeature designed to be used with the Punch tool must be a 3D solid, based on a sketch with a single hole center.

Preview

Location

Specifies the folder that contains Sheet Metal Punch iFeatures.

Punch

Specifies a Sheet Metal Punch iFeature in the folder specified in Location, and displays a preview.

Across Bend

Specifies whether the punch feature applies across a bend. Not selected by default. When not selected, punch feature stops at the bend. Available on all tabs.

Geometry

Adds and removes instances of an iFeature, controls its planar rotational angle, and satisfies unresolved geometric references.

Centers

Specifies hole centers to position the iFeature. If more than one hole center exists on the sheet metal face, places an iFeature on each hole center. Displays in parentheses the current number of selections.

Note: To remove one or more instances of a punch shape, press Ctrl and click a hole center.

Angle

Specifies the angle the iFeature is rotated from the default position.

Refresh

Redraws the iFeature with geometry requirements fulfilled.

When enabled (dark blue-filled circle) indicates the availability of an attached document file associated with the iFeature that discusses placement details. Select to display document.

Across Bend

Specifies whether the punch feature applies across a bend. Not selected by default. When not selected, punch feature stops at the bend. Available on all tabs.

Size

Changes the size of the punch shape by modifying its parameters.

Lists Name and Value of each parameter that controls the shape of the iFeature. Double-click a Value to change it. A pencil displays beside the active parameter.

Refresh Redraws the iFeature with geometry requirements fulfilled.
Finish Creates the Sheet Metal Punch iFeature on the face of the part.
Cancel Discards all input and closes the Punch Tool dialog box.

Across Bend

Specifies whether the punch feature applies across a bend. Not selected by default. When not selected, punch feature stops at the bend. Available on all tabs.