Divide By Contour

Access: Open this function from one of the following locations:

Divide objects by sweeping a contour.

This functions divides one or more open or closed objects (also faces) by using a closed 2D composite curve or sketch as the dividing entity.

Notes:

If you want to divide an object or face using a face, plane, or object as the dividing tool, use the function Divide > By Object.
To divide faces of open or closed objects, use the Faces > Split function.
To divide contours, use the Curves > Split function.

General Interaction

The following is the Feature Guide for Divide by Contour .

Tip: You can open the Feature Guide at any time by right-clicking the mouse in the graphic display area.

Required Step 1 : Select one or more open or closed objects (including individual faces) to be divided.

Required Step 2 : Select a contour as the dividing entity.

Required Step 3 : Set the dividing parameters. Options include Delta, Delta Mid Plane, and To Reference.

Optional Step 1 : Set a draft angle.