Hi everyone,
I’m relatively new to FreeCAD and I’m working on a project where I want to create a universal handle system that I can use across various designs. I’ve managed to model the handle itself (see attached screenshot), but I’m struggling with the "socket" part.
My current workflow is:
- Create a sketch that matches the handle's profile (the circle with the two tabs).
- Use the Pocket tool to create the entry hole.
However, I’m stuck on how to create the actual locking mechanism. Ideally, I want the handle to "tighten" as I twist it—kind of like a very simple, steep thread or a tapered ramp inside the pocket—so it sits firmly.
My FreeCAD skills aren't quite there yet, and I haven't been able to find a guide that explains this specific "ramped" bayonet style.
Does anyone have a tip, a workflow, or perhaps a link to a tutorial that could guide a beginner like me? I would really appreciate any help you can give!
Thank you so much in advance!