SMHEM command

Creates one or more hem features on a sheet metal part by pulling one or more edges of an existing flange.

BricsCAD Mechanical

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Method

By default, the command creates closed hem.

Option within the command

Length
Input the length of the hem.
Width
By default, the hem width is equal to the length of the selected edge. The Width option defines a different width.
Note: The Width option is not available if multiple edges are selected.
Skip
Keeps the distance value for the first side edge of the flange at the start point of the edge and switch the dynamic field to define the offset from the end point of the edge.
Back
Undoes the current Width procedure.
Toggle tapering

Toggle how a new hem fits the border of an existing flange. Two variants are possible:

The option only works if the edges of a flange at the corner are not at 90°.

open Hem
Creates an open hem.
Radius
Defines the radius of the hem.
Teardrop
Creates a teardrop shape hem.
Round
Creates a round shape hem.