The form is the path along which a rectangular basic outline is moved in order to shape the bent copper rail. Generally, only rectangular outlines are shaped along a form; other cross-section forms cannot be assigned.
A form is created in the outline editor and saved under the file type Form copper (*.fp1); only lines and polylines are permitted here. The form drawing must create a continuous set of lines; it must not contain any branch or double junction. The form can be checked for this purpose. This check is also run prior to closing the form drawing.
When placing a bent rail, a form drawing must be selected that is assigned to the rectangular cross-section of the rail part.
Example:
Form and rail generated from it (flat bending)
Position of the origin in the form drawing
The position of the origin is of special significance, which is marked by a red circle. The handle of the rail is at the origin of the form drawing when placing on a mounting surface.
The position of the origin in the form drawing determines the handle of the copper rail.
See also