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Insert Complex Section

In one sentence: Creates an offset or aligned section view that follows a bent or stepped cut path — for when a single flat cut would miss important features.

Overview

Workbench: TechDraw
Menu: TechDraw → Views → Insert Complex Section

A complex section is used when the geometry of interest does not lie on a single straight plane. Two types are available:

Section types

Offset Section — the cut plane is stepped: it starts at one plane, jumps to a parallel plane, then continues. Each step is perpendicular to the view direction. Used to catch holes or features at different horizontal positions.

Aligned Section — the cut plane is hinged: it consists of multiple planes that meet at a common axis, like a broken wing. Each segment is rotated into the projection plane for display. Used for radially-arranged features (bolt holes on a flange).

Step-by-step

  1. Select the parent view on the page.
  2. Choose TechDraw → Views → Insert Complex Section.
  3. In the task panel, select the section type (Offset or Aligned).
  4. Draw the cut path by clicking points on the parent view.
  5. Click OK. The section view appears with the correct projection.

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