Cross Section Between Two Points

You can add a profile cross section between two selected points so that the cross section even has different insertion points at the starting and end points.

• To have the profile part set to the desired plane, you have to define the sweep plane.
• When sweeping a profile, you must always define the sweeping direction or sweep plane.
• A profile part created this way is a part fixed to the assembly.

1. Select one of the following:
   • On the tab, in the Add group, select Add Profile. (G4).
   • On the tab, in the Steel Structures group, select Add Profile. (G4 Plant).
2. Select a profile cross section from the library. Browse - Archives
3. Select the table ID determining the profile size from the list.
4. If necessary, attach item data to the profile part.
5. Move the cursor near the starting point. Select a new position for the profile cross section's insertion point by clicking the button:
   
6. Select a point as the position of the cross section.

   

7. Define the sweep plane. Select the check box .
8. Select a planar face.

   

9. Correct the position of the cross section by rotating it to the left.

   

10. Select a new position for the profile cross section's insertion point in the upper corner point for the end point selection by clicking the button:
    
11. Select the profile end point.

    

12. Select Confirm.