Summary
The CP_ELLIPSE2C command in CADPower enables users to convert elliptical shapes into circles with customizable settings, offering flexibility in how the conversion is performed. This tool is particularly useful for simplifying geometry in CAD drawings, where circles may be preferable for clarity or compatibility with certain operations.
CADPower -> Conversion -> More Conversion -> Ellipses to Circles
Key features include:
- Flexible Conversion Settings:
- Only If Axes Equal: Convert only those ellipses where the major and minor axes are nearly identical, effectively making them circular.
- Diameter Based on Major Axis: Convert ellipses into circles, setting the circle’s diameter to match the ellipse’s major axis.
- Diameter Based on Minor Axis: Create circles where the diameter corresponds to the ellipse’s minor axis.
- Diameter Based on Average Axes: Set the circle diameter as the average of the ellipse’s major and minor axes for a balanced transformation.
- Tolerance Control:
- Specify a tolerance percentage to determine how closely the axes should match to be considered equal. This allows for minor deviations when converting ellipses to circles, giving users control over acceptable variations.
- Layer Placement Options:
- Source Layer: Place the converted circles on the same layer as the original ellipses.
- Current Layer: Place the converted circles on the currently active layer, enabling organization and layer management.
- Delete Original Objects:
- Option to delete the original ellipses upon conversion, helping to reduce clutter and maintain a clean drawing.
- User Assistance:
- Access in-built help and video tutorials directly from the command dialog, providing guidance for new users or complex settings.
Use Case:
Ideal for CAD users in fields where ellipses need to be simplified to circles for consistency, such as in mechanical design or manufacturing, where circular geometries are easier to process and machine.