AutoCAD 3D Modeling. Steve Heather

Creating a Solid Cone

      There are 2 methods you can use to create a Solid Cone. You can create a Cone with an apex (sharp point), or a truncated Cone, which has a flat top parallel to the base.

      Note: The sizes shown in brackets [...] are for metric users. Enter the numbers without the brackets. For example, [12.7] just enter 12.7

       Method 1 – Using the base center position of the Cone, a radius and height.

      1. Start a new drawing file by selecting either acad.dwt for inch users, or acadiso.dwt for metric users.

      2. Select the SE Isometric view.

      3. Select the Cone tool.

      4. Specify center point of base or [3P/2P/Ttr/Elliptical]: type in 0,0,0 on your keyboard then press <enter> (P1). (You can also place the cursor in any position and then left click with your mouse.)

      5. Specify base radius or [Diameter]: type in 1.125 [28.57] then press <enter>.

      6. Move your mouse up. (For Z+ position.)

      7. Specify height or [2Point/Axis endpoint/Top radius]: type in 2.75 [69.85] then press <enter> (P2).

      A solid Cone has been created with a radius of 1.125” [28.57 mm], and a height of 2.75” [69.85 mm]. And with a start position of X0, Y0, Z0 at the base center of the Cone.

      Note: The base of the Cone is located on the “X, Y” plane and with the height of the Cone in the “Z” axis. (You can also create a Cone using the axis endpoint. Refer to page 1-12.)