[SOLIDWORKS] 3D SheetMetal Creator

Functional Value

Be productive with new enhanced functional capabilities inside 3D SheetMetal Creator. Enable downstream manufacturing with DXF export capabilities directly from 3D SheetMetal Creator. Create formed geometry like louvers and embosses with User Stamp functionality. Utilize existing geometry with the Recognize command to convert varying types of 3D Creator models and imported geometry to sheet metal. Create lofted sheet metal geometry with the Convert Surface command. Ensure manufacturability with flat pattern check overlapping functionality to eliminate costly design errors.

User Experience Value

Be more productive with fewer taps and clicks required to achieve your tasks and streamline the design process with updated context toolbars.

​​​​​​​Create accurate, detailed sheet metal designs that are ready for manufacturing with new 3D SheetMetal Creator functionality.

Enable downstream manufacturing for sheet metal with direct DXF export capabilities from 3D SheetMetal Creator.


Bring your design to the next level with new 3D SheetMetal Creator user stamp functionality. Create custom forming tools in 3D Creator or import tools from your favorite supplier to create formed sheet metal features that fit your exact needs.

Utilize existing geometry, such as 3D Creator models & imported 3D geometry, and convert it to sheet metal using the new recognize command.