SOLIDWORKS Part Reviewer: Candlestick Phone

Candlestick Phone: This model is a multi-body part that uses Sketch Pictures to help guide the creation of several revolved and extruded features. The techniques shown here are the same that can be used to create 3D geometry from a 2D dxf or dwg file. This is an example of Non-Dial “Candlestick” Phone. This sample model is easy to follow, breaking the steps down into manageable pieces. candlestick phone

Complexity: Moderate

Features: The model shows an example of the Move/Copy Body feature. There are some examples of the Combine and Mirror feature. There are four circular patterns. There are three revolve cuts. There are two 3D sweeps using the circular profile where you don’t have to sketch the circular cross-section.

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