Threads

Threads

Menu path: Insert > Threads.

The Threads submenu generates threaded mechanical parts from a selected reference model. Select a model first, then choose the type of threaded object you want to create. The app uses millimeter inputs and converts them to project units internally.

Available thread commands

Threaded rod

Creates an external threaded rod/screw shape.

Fields:

- Major diameter (mm): outside thread diameter.

- Length (mm): total rod length.

- Pitch (mm): distance between thread turns.

- Thread depth (mm): radial depth of the thread profile.

- Segments per turn: smoothness/resolution around each revolution.

- Right hand / Left hand: thread direction.

Default values are 12 mm diameter, 50 mm length, 2 mm pitch, 0.8 mm depth, and 24 segments per turn.

Threaded barrel

Creates a cylindrical barrel with an internal threaded opening and an outside diameter.

Fields:

- Thread diameter: internal thread major diameter.

- Outer diameter: outside body diameter.

- Length (mm): body length.

- Pitch (mm): thread pitch.

- Thread depth: thread profile depth.

- Segments / turn: circular/thread resolution.

- Right hand / Left hand: thread direction.

Default values are 12 mm thread diameter, 20 mm outer diameter, 30 mm length, 2 mm pitch, 0.8 mm depth, and 24 segments per turn.

Threaded nut

Creates a hex-style nut body with an internal thread.

Fields:

- Thread diameter: internal thread major diameter.

- Across flats: nut width measured flat-to-flat.

- Thickness (mm): nut height.

- Pitch (mm): thread pitch.

- Thread depth: thread profile depth.

- Segments / turn: circular/thread resolution.

- Right hand / Left hand: thread direction.

Default values are 12 mm thread diameter, 20 mm across flats, 10 mm thickness, 2 mm pitch, 0.8 mm depth, and 24 segments per turn.

Practical workflow

1. Select a reference model in the workspace.

2. Open Insert > Threads.

3. Choose Threaded rod, Threaded barrel, or Threaded nut.

4. Choose right-hand or left-hand thread.

5. Enter dimensions in millimeters.

6. Press Create.

7. Inspect the result in 3D view. Increase Segments per turn if the thread is too faceted.

Notes

- Use matching diameter, pitch, and depth values when creating a rod and nut/barrel pair.

- More segments per turn gives smoother geometry but creates more triangles.

- These are generated mesh parts, so preview and test-fit dimensions before manufacturing.