CAD designing tips for better manufacturing prices and productivity
Here are some CAD designing tips. A designing mistake is to make the part too complex and expensive to produce.
Also when creating assemblies, the constructor of the mechanism needs to consider how parts are going to be matched together and the specific order. In some cases, when the components are produced and the assembly process start people come to conclusion that parts cannot fit together or the assembly order is not correct. Here in our community we are giving you examples and recommendations about good designing practices.
The most common requirements of the parts are:
- Price
- Manufacturing possibility
- Transport
- Standardization
- Others
CAD designing tips about the price
The price of the details and/or the whole machine is a key factor for all businesses. When creating the 3D models and the concept the mechanical designer often considers the materials. It is important to choose the material type so the details are able to work correctly, but also is important to pick the best price.
Another key factor are the tolerances in the drawing documentation. Too tight tolerances can make the parts expensive and each mechanical design engineer must decide how accurate the production must be.
Manufacturing possibility
A common mistake when designing mechanical components is to create the part impossible or hard to produce. Consider that in some cases manufacturers need additional devices for producing the parts. This raises the price.
Another key moment when creating the mechanical design of machines is to check if the assembly process is possible. Sometimes designers don`t check for enough space for the components or for collisions. Some CAD software have tools for collision checking, holes alignment and assembling sequence.
Transport of the machines
This is frequently underestimated, but very important step to consider when designing machines. Often people use electrocars for lifting the machines and engineers need to design the device with enough space for the lifting elements of the electrocars. Also considering the height of lifting, the center of mass of the machine, the maximum lifting weight and others.
Standardization
Use standards guide books when designing the parts. Also when using purchased elements in the machine design consider picking standardized ones. This way they are easier for exchange and often cheaper.
Other tips
Practically there are unlimited factors that mechanical design engineers need to consider when creating the design of the parts and machines. Some of them are the environment, the safety requirements and the available power supplies. Here at roundmech.com we are providing crucial information and useful tips in our knowledge center, but don`t hesitate to check our other pages for interesting engineering materials. You can also support us and connect with us at Instagram and Facebook.