Unstitch Solid to Surfaces

Introduction

This topic will explain the Unstitch Solid to Surfaces function, and the options found in it. This topic will also describe where to find the function, provide quick steps on how to use it, and provide links to related topics.

The Unstitch Solid to Surfaces Function

The Unstitch Surfaces to Solid function separates the surfaces of a solid, or connected surfaces, into multiple selectable entities. To perform the function, you select geometry and press the Space bar to accept the selections.

To open Unstitch Solid to Surfaces:

In the Modify group of the Create 3D ribbon, click the down arrow for Stitch Surfaces to Solid, and select Unstitch Solid to Surfaces.

The parameters display in the Data Entry Manager.

The Data Entry Parameters

Selected Geometry

(Delete) - removes the highlighted item from the Selected Geometry list.

(Delete All) - removes all entities from the Selected Geometry list.

The list will display all entities currently selected for the function.

OK - finalizes the function.
Cancel - exits the function.

Quick Steps - Unstitch Solid to Surfaces

Open the function.

The Selected Geometry list automatically has focus.
Select the solids to be unstitched.

The solids are added to the Selected Geometry list.
Confirm the selections.

The solids are unstitched.
Click Cancel to close the function.