The Full ExactFlat for SolidWorks 3D to 2D Workflow
Discover the ExactFlat for SolidWorks 3D to 2D digital patterning workflow in this technical tutorial video:
Import your 3D CAD model seamlessly
Create pattern pieces with precision
Explore the 2-stage ExactFlat patterning process: preflatteners and optimizer
Understand how preflatteners work and the significance of the strain map
Optimize patterns for production, considering material properties
Add notches, seams, and markings
Efficiently nest pieces on the marker and export as a DXF file. Dive into the world of digital patterning with ExactFlat!
00:00 Introduction to ExactFlat and its Options and Configurations
0:50 Importing a Part in ExactFlat for SolidWorks
1:08 Requirements and Best Practices in Exactflat
5:03 Standard ExactFlat Workflow- Create Pieces
12:19 Convert to ExactFlat and Flatten the Part
13:28 Pre-flattening: Assign the Material to your Part
14:24 Stage 1 of Flattening - Pre-flattening
30:15 Assign the Material
30:45 Remesher and Adaptive Remesher
32:45 Stage 2 of Flattening - Optimizing the Pattern
37:12 The Patterning Process – Arrange the Pattern Pieces
41:07 Add Seams
45:00 Add Notches
52:18 Add Hems
55:07 Add Hardware
1:00:45 Add Markings
1:06:41 Add Grain Lines
1:09:50 Set up your Marker
1:18:04 Arrange the Pieces on the Marker
1:23:08 Manual Nesting
1:25:45 Automatic Nesting
1:30:05 Export the Pattern to a DXF File
1:33:05 Create a Drawing for your Part
1:34:31 Add a Table
1:38:28 ExactFlat Options – Strain Legend
1:46:47 ExactFlat Options – Conversion
1:49:33 ExactFlat Options – Remesher
1:54:00 ExactFlat Options – Flattener
2:05:47 ExactFlat Options – Pattern
2:14:25 ExactFlat Options – Markers
2:26:36 ExactFlat Options – Costing
2:26:59 ExactFlat Options – Database
2:28:44 ExactFlat Options – Localization
2:29:34 Export Add-in Options
2:29:42 Import Add-In Options
2:29:55 Export Database Options
2:30:20 ExactFlat Database Manager
2:34:36 Seams, Hems, Bound Edges
2:37:17 Marking Feature
2:37:53 Material Layrules
2:38:56 Notch Type
2:39:43 Management Tools - Hardware Category
2:40:30 Management Tools - Hardware Types
2:42:50 Management Tools – Material Manager
2:48:19 Management Tools – Costing Manager
2:49:00 Management Tools – Export Profile Manager
2:53:45 Management Tools – Auto-Create Sketch Manager
2:54:18 Management Tools – Version Information
2:54:46 Production Manager
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ExactFlat is software to make better patterns faster using 3D to 2D digital pattern making.
Start with 3D CAD in Rhino 3D or SolidWorks 3D, or
Import a supported 3D file type, or
3D Scan your physical parts and import into ExactFlat.
Create accurate, cut ready, flat patterns from 3D to 2D in minutes.
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