How to Design a Tube Radiator with SelfCAD
How to Design a Tube Radiator with SelfCAD
In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of creating a customized tube radiator from scratch, leveraging the intuitive features and tools offered by SelfCAD. Whether you are a seasoned 3D designer or a beginner looking to explore the world of computer-aided design, this tutorial is tailored to help you master the art of designing functional and visually appealing tube radiators.
The interactive tutorial to this article can be accessed at https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials/186e5l2k3n4v2m39l5dm3h30326s2j3f1p4m
Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the Generators Category on the Toolbar choose Shape Generator. Set Top Radius to 50, Bottom Radius to 50, Number of Edges to 8, Bevel Offset to 3, Bevel Level to 3
Click + button to add new segment
Click + button until you have 9 segments
Click to finalize Shape Generator
Click to activate Polygon Selection or use (Ctrl+4)
Click on highlighted region to select it
From the Modify Category on the Toolbar choose Extrusion
Click to finalize Extrusion
Click on highlighted region to deselect it
From the 3D Shapes Category on the Toolbar choose Cylinder. Set Top Radius to 10, Bottom Radius to 10, Height to 710
Click to finalize Cylinder
Click on highlighted region to select it
From the Modify Category on the Toolbar choose Extrusion. Set Extrusion Amount to 50
Click to finalize Extrusion
Complete!
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy and 3D Modeling 101 series. This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace.