Click Draft on the Features toolbar or navigate to Insert > Features > Draft . Select Type: In the PropertyManager, choose Neutral Plane . Draft Angle: Set the desired angle (e.g., 3∘3 raised to the composed with power or higher is standard for injection molding).
It is best practice to add draft features early in the model tree before adding fillets and chamfers. 123394
Drafts faces based on a fixed neutral plane/face. Click Draft on the Features toolbar or navigate
Use the arrow in the graphics area to set the Direction of Pull (inward or outward). Apply: Click the green check mark to apply the draft. Key Draft Types & Options It is best practice to add draft features
A in SOLIDWORKS adds a specific taper or angle to the vertical faces of a part, making it easier to eject from a mold, die, or pattern during manufacturing processes like plastic injection molding or casting.
A tool available in the PropertyManager to help manage complex drafts. Tips & Best Practices
For more complex surfaces, a draft feature can be created using the option to ensure accurate mold release. If you'd like, I can provide: Steps for Parting Line or Step drafts Tips for Draft Analysis in Mold Tools How to edit a drafted face Let me know which of these you'd like to explore further. How to draft parts in solidworks