Application of Combine Tool (Cut operation) Autodesk Inventor 2013

Video Tutorial with caption and audio narration

In this video tutorial two pre-constructed parts have been utilized to show Boolean operation in a part file, by using 'Combine' tool that is available in the Modify panel of 3D Model tab.

First of all get the model files required to complete this tutorial by visiting the following link:- http://bit.ly/2ClzJpi 

 

Transcription of Video

1. We have two files one is Cylinder and the other is Example Insert.
2. Open the Cylinder file.
3. Activate the Derived Component tool.
4. Select the Example Insert file and open it.
5. Click OK to place the Example Insert in the design window.
6. Re-orient the model in the design window by using View Cube.
7. Two separate solid bodies are visible clearly in the Browser Bar.
8. Activate the Combine tool.
9. First select Cylinder as a base body.
10. And then select Example Insert as a tool body.
11. Join option is selected by default.
12. Select Cut option to remove the material from Cylinder Part.
13. Click OK to close the dialog box.