Bail

Objective: Add and customize a bail for the pendant.

Step 1: Bail Command

In the Components tab, use the Bail command.

Step 2: Bail Library and O-Ring

Select the BL03 model and disable the O-Ring.

Step 3: Parameters

Adjust the parameters as follows:

First Curve

  • Width: 2.3 mm

  • Height: 1.0 mm

Second Curve

  • Width: 1.0 mm

  • Height: 0.8 mm

Airgap

  • Top Diameter: 1.9 mm

  • Bottom Diameter: 0.9 mm

  • Internal Distance: 3.5 mm

Step 4: Display Modes

Switch to Ghosted visualization mode to view the inside of the bezel.

Step 5: Diameter Command

In the Curve tab, use the Diameter command.

Step 6: Inner Curve

As the first point, select the inner curve of the bezel.

Step 7: Create the Diameter Curve

Type 2.05 millimeters and select a point on the Y-axis at the Bail's location.

Step 8: Pose the bezels

In the Right view, select all bezels and gems, and adjust the height to align approximately at the center of the bezel using the curve created.

Step 9: Pipe Command

In the Solid tab, use the Pipe command.

Step 10: Create the O-Ring

Ensure Diameter mode is selected, type 0.6 millimeters for the diameter, and press Enter twice.

Step 11: Save in the Curator Panel

Select everything and save it in the Curator panel.

Video Lesson

Next Step: Start with the second model.

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