Create a primitive torus

Learn how to use the Torus command to create a surface body in the shape of a primitive torus in Fusion.

1. On the toolbar, click Surface > Create > Torus .

2. In the canvas, select a plane or planar face.

3. Place the center point of the torus.

4. Place a point on circumference of the torus, or specify an exact Diameter value, to define the base of the torus.

   The Torus dialog displays.

5. Drag the Inner Diameter and Torus Diameter manipulator handles in the canvas to adjust the size of the torus, or specify exact values.

6. Select a Position setting:

   • Inside: Positions the torus inside the torus diameter.
   • On Center: Centers the torus on the torus diameter.
   • Outside: Positions the torus outside the torus diameter.

7. Select an Operation, and adjust its associated settings:

   • New Body: Creates a new body in the active component.
   • New Component: Creates a new body in a new component.

8. Click OK.

The surface body displays in the canvas, in the shape of a primitive torus.