You can change the origin of a part in Autodesk Inventor by using the "Move to Origin" tool.
Steps to Change Part Origin
Based on the provided reference, here’s how to change the origin in Inventor:
- Locate the "Move to Origin" Tool: Go to the "3D Model" tab and in the "Modify" panel, click on the "Move to Origin" option. This tool allows you to re-define the origin of your part.
- Select a Point: After activating the tool, select the point on your part that you want to designate as the new origin. For instance, if you want the origin to be at a specific corner or vertex, click on that point.
- Repaint the Geometry: Upon selecting the new origin point, Inventor will repaint the geometry of your part to reflect the new origin location. The coordinate system will shift accordingly.
Example
Let's say you have a part where the current origin is in a location that is not convenient for your design purposes. Using the “Move to Origin” tool, you can:
- Select a specific point on the model, such as a corner or the center of a hole.
- Inventor will then update the origin to that selected point.
- All downstream features and operations will now be referenced to this new origin.
Important Considerations:
- Impact on Design: Changing the origin point might affect other elements of your design, so make sure it is a deliberate and informed decision.
- Feature References: Be aware that features already present in your model reference the old origin. Shifting the origin might change how these features are positioned relative to the overall part and could require adjustments.
- Assembly Context: If the part is already part of an assembly, changing the origin will also affect the part's position and constraints in the assembly. Be sure to account for this.
By following these steps, you can effectively change the origin of your part in Autodesk Inventor to match your design needs.
