Hi,
from time to time there is the question on how to add a second nut in IFX. Well, by default this is not possible. But you can use the following workaround.
I will explain it by using the IFX nut ISO4032-6.
- Copy the file ISO4032-6.dat and rename it to ISO4032-6_as_washer.dat.
- Open the file and change NUTTYPE 1 to WASHERTYPE 21
- Change the columns in the file like shown in the image
- Finally the file should look like this
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Add a new icon for you new nut. Size should be 32x16 pixel.
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Now add this new nut to your catalog. I have added it to the mm catalog to a new group 'second_nut'. If you want you can add a icon for this new group. Simply copy the attached 'second_nut_icon.png' to the 'ifx_catalog' folder in your IFX installation.
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If you now start Creo, you can use the second nut in the 'Side 2 Washers' area.
- Note: The preview show a lock washer. But if you assemble the fastener, your nut will be created.
- If you want to translate the 'second_nut' entry, simply add it to the 'ifx_translation.txt' file. See also IFX Library Translation Files.
I hope this post will help you adding your second nuts. Find attached all necessary files.
