How to model a twisted bar with Sweep

How to model a twisted bar with Sweep
Emil Rindell

Emil Rindell

Jonas Bryntesson

Jonas Bryntesson

Henrik Andersson

Henrik Andersson

2022-09-09

Emil Rindell

Emil Rindell

Jonas Bryntesson

Jonas Bryntesson

Henrik Andersson

Henrik Andersson

2022-09-09

Twisted rod can be purchased by the meter or as pre-cut pieces. To create such a model, it is best to use the Sweep Shape tool, which causes a 2D profile to follow a guide curve. Using the settings under Sweep Options, you can also make the 2D profile rotate a certain number of times along the guide curve.

Watch this video explaining how to do it, which also includes some useful little tips and tricks.

Here you can download the IRONCAD model. (Saved with v2022 PU1).

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