How to Design a Fruits Washer using 3D CAD Software
Designing a fruit washer involves more than just creating a simple container, it requires thoughtful planning to ensure proper water flow, drainage efficiency, durability, and ease of cleaning. Whether for home kitchens or small-scale food businesses, a well-designed basin helps maintain hygiene while making food preparation more convenient. Using 3D modeling software like SelfCAD, designers can accurately shape the structure, incorporate drainage holes, create stable support, and adjust dimensions to suit specific needs. By combining functionality with smart design techniques, this project demonstrates how digital modeling can be used to develop practical, everyday solutions
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Once you launch the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set height to 50, horizontal segments to 128.
Tick the checkmark to finalize cylinder
Click to activate polygon selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
Click delete button to delete selected objects
From the modify category on the toolbar choose add thickness; Set thickness to 5.
Tick the checkmark to finalize add thickness
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set Set top radius to 10, Bottom radius to 10, height to 50, horizontal segments to 128, position x to 50, position y to 10, position z to -30, rotation z to 90
Click on mesh 4 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose mesh 8 to subtract and set keepsubtractedobject to true.
Click on mesh 4 to deselect
Click to activate polygon selection; Click on highlighted region to select it
Click delete button to delete selected objects
From the modify category on the toolbar choose add thickness; Set thickness to 1, use mirrored thickness to true.
Click on mesh 4 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union.
Tick the checkmark to finalize union
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set top radius to 51, Bottom radius to 51, height to 55, horizontal segments to 128, , position y to 4.
Click on union 1 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose mesh 12 to subtract.
Tick the checkmark to finalize difference
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cone; Set radius to 35, height to 45, horizontal segments to 50, , position y to 4.
Click on union 1 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; From the tool panel choose union.
Tick the checkmark to finalize union
From the 3D Shapes category on the toolbar choose cylinder; Set top radius to 1, Bottom radius to 1, height to 10, horizontal segments to 128, position z to -49
Tick the checkmark to finalize cylinder
From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set z to 4, amount of copies to 3, Click copy button to create copies.
From the edit menu on the top toolbar choose group
From the tools category on the toolbar choose copy offsets; Set operation to pivot, amount of copies to 20, Click copy button to create copies.
Click on union 2 to select it
Click Boolean on the toolbar; from the tool panel choose difference, Choose group 2 to subtract.
Tick the checkmark to finalize difference
As you continue honing your design skills, remember that SelfCAD offers a wealth of resources to support your learning journey. To deepen your understanding and explore more advanced features, consider checking out the interactive tutorials (https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials) available on the SelfCAD website. The tutorials page provides a treasure trove of guides, tips, and tricks that cater to designers of all levels.
More structured learning experience can also be accessed at the SelfCAD Academy (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace
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