Chamfer

In this Task

• The Chamfer tool will be used to create a diagonal transition between 2 edges.
• When the Chamfer distances are equal, a 45° angle is created.

 

CHAMFER

Chamfer Distance, Distance

Ribbon : Modify | 2D Modifications | Chamfer

Default Menu : Modify | Chamfer | Distance, Distance

Palette : Modify | Modify | Chamfer

The Chamfer tool creates a beveled edge at a specified distance between 2 non-parallel lines.The Chamfer tool, with both distances set to zero, connects a perpendicular line between 2 parallel vertices.

From the Modify menu select the 2D Modifications panel. Select the Chamfer, Distance, Distance tool.

Use the keyboard TAB key to access the data fields and input 15 into the Distance A field. Use the TAB key again to move to the Distance B field and input 15.

Select in any order, either the left vertical or bottom horizontal line shown by the markers below.

Select the vertical and horizontal line in the lower left corner

The result is shown below. At this stage, the dimensions with center marks are shown for illustrative purposes only.

Chamfer of 45° created