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Linear Pattern of parts

Repeat a part or sub-assembly in rows, columns and layers.

Edition: Standard+

What it does

Creates copies of a part or sub-assembly in rows, columns and layers, for example bottles on a pallet or several screws.

Where to find it

Manage › Assembly Tools › Linear Pattern

Linear Part/Subassembly Pattern window
Linear Part/Subassembly Pattern window

Steps

  1. Select a part, then click Linear Pattern.
  2. Under Row, choose Axis / Edge (X / Y / Z, or Picked face… and then click ⌖ Pick). Enter Instances and Offset.
  3. Tick Column and/or Layer if you need more directions.
  4. Set the Label, then click OK.
Option Default Description
Components Selected part The seed part
Axis / Edge X Direction of each set
Instances – Count (1–500)
Offset 50 mm Spacing
Change Direction Off Reverses the direction
Label Linear Pattern (1) Name

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