How do you make a pyramid shape in Solidworks?

To create a pyramid:

  1. Click Solids > Draw > Pyramid (or type Pyramid).
  2. Specify the center point of the base or enter an option: Edge: Lets you define the edge of the pyramid base by specifying edge endpoints.
  3. Specify the base radius or enter an option:
  4. Specify the height or enter an option:

How do you make a triangular pyramid on shape?

You can loft from a square/triangle to a point. Draw the base shape on one plane then create a plane offset from that one and add a single sketch point then use loft. You can also extrude the triangle with a draft to get the same result. Just extend the extrude distance beyond the converging point.

How do you make a trapezoid in SolidWorks?

To construct trapezoids:

  1. Type Trapezoid at the command prompt.
  2. In the graphics area, specify the midpoint of the first side.
  3. Specifiy the insertion angle of the trapezoid (the angle of the axis).
  4. Specify the length of the axis.
  5. Specify the height of the first base of the trapezid.
  6. Specify the height of the second base.

How do I draft in SolidWorks?

To draft a model face: Click Draft (Features toolbar) or Insert > Features > Draft. Set the options in the PropertyManager. Click Detailed Preview to preview the draft….Drafts

  1. Neutral plane. You can create neutral plane drafts manually or by using the DraftXpert.
  2. Parting line.
  3. Step draft.

How do you cut a triangle out of an object in SolidWorks?

Click Cut With Surface on the Features toolbar, or click Insert > Cut > With Surface. In the PropertyManager, under Surface Cut Parameters, select the surface or plane to use to cut the solid bodies. Examine the preview. If necessary, click Flip cut to reverse the direction of the cut.

How do you construct an angled plane?

To create an angle plane, you’ll need a face and an axis line to angle about. The axis line can be a model edge or a sketch line. (Figure 4) By default, the angle of the new plane will be perpendicular to the selected face/plane but you can change the angle at which the plane is offset from the selected face.

How do I make a manufacturing drawing in SolidWorks?

To create a drawing from within a part or assembly document:

  1. Click Make Drawing from Part/Assembly. (Standard toolbar or New. flyout menu).
  2. Select options for Sheet Format/Size, then click OK.
  3. Drag views from the View Palette into the drawing sheet, and set options in the PropertyManager.