SolidWorks Mates Tools

SolidWorks gives you a lot of tools for working with mates in assemblies. You can more efficiently manage your assemblies if you understand these tools and options.



https://youtu.be/fDl_RKdOLPM

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SolidWorks gives you a lot of tools for working with mates in assemblies. You can more efficiently manage your assemblies if you understand these tools and options.



https://youtu.be/fDl_RKdOLPM
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Matt, is there any way to post these videos as an .mp4 file? I know I’m not the only one without 'Tube access…

Very useful, matt ! Do you intend to add follow-up videos describing other cool mate tools like:

  • grouping mates by status
  • grouping fasteners’ mates automatically
  • MateXpert
  • isolate mated components
  • isolate button for components with mate errors
  • component preview window
  • eliminating the need to use the FM for managing mates
  • ALT for hiding faces during mating
  • Show/hide Primary Planes during mating (ideally - via context toolbar)
    and more…

No, actually that sounds like an excellent project for you!

These videos were some introductory stuff that were available with something I wrote. Mostly on the introductory/overview level.