Extruded cut in Solidworks - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

Recall & Review

beginner

What is an Extruded Cut in SolidWorks?

An Extruded Cut is a feature that removes material from a 3D model by projecting a 2D sketch along a straight path, creating a hole or cavity.

beginner

Which sketch types can be used for an Extruded Cut?

Any closed 2D sketch such as circles, rectangles, or polygons can be used to define the area to cut in an Extruded Cut.

intermediate

What does the 'Direction' option control in an Extruded Cut?

It controls the direction in which the cut is made, either one side, both sides, or mid-plane, affecting how material is removed.

beginner

How do you control the depth of an Extruded Cut?

You set the depth value in the Extruded Cut property manager to specify how far the cut extends into the material.

intermediate

What is the difference between 'Through All' and 'Blind' in Extruded Cut?

'Through All' cuts through the entire part thickness, while 'Blind' cuts to a specified depth.

What does an Extruded Cut do in SolidWorks?

A Removes material by projecting a sketch

B Adds material by projecting a sketch

C Changes the color of a part

D Creates a 2D sketch

An Extruded Cut removes material by projecting a 2D sketch along a path.

Which option cuts through the entire part thickness?

A Through All

B Up to Next

C Mid Plane

D Blind

'Through All' cuts through the entire thickness of the part.

What type of sketch is required for an Extruded Cut?

A No sketch needed

B Open sketch

C 3D sketch

D Closed sketch

A closed 2D sketch is needed to define the cut area.

What does the 'Direction 2' option do in Extruded Cut?

A Adds material

B Changes the sketch color

C Cuts in the opposite direction

D Locks the cut depth

'Direction 2' allows cutting material in the opposite direction of the main extrusion.

How do you specify the depth of an Extruded Cut?

A By selecting the material type

B By setting the depth value in the property manager

C By changing the sketch color

D By rotating the model

The depth value controls how far the cut extends into the part.

Explain how to create an Extruded Cut in SolidWorks and what options you can set.

Think about the steps from sketching to cutting and the settings you adjust.

Describe the difference between 'Blind' and 'Through All' options in Extruded Cut.

Consider how deep the cut goes in each option.