NX-Tipp-2021_05 - Drafting 3D Section View - Technical Guide

Oct 29, 2026

This technical guide provides a clear and professional tutorial on creating and applying 3D section views in Siemens NX software. It details the process of using the 'Section view' function to create a half-section representation, which can be easily inherited by existing 3D isometric views. The document explains how to define intersection lines using two points in an orthogonal view and offers instructions on how to refine the sectioned display by editing specific components in the settings. This streamlined workflow enhances the clarity of assembly documentation, making it an essential resource for engineers and designers seeking to optimize their CAD drafting practices. Authored by Dipl.-Ing. Hans-Jörg Seeland, this instructional material ensures that users of all common NX versions can effectively communicate internal design details through precise sectional modeling.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages2

Reading Time5 min

AccessFree to download

Creating a 3D Section View

Defining the Section Plane

Inheriting Section Definitions

Editing Section View Components

FAQs

How do you define the intersection area for a section view in NX?

The intersection area is defined by two points in an orthogonal drawing view, with one point establishing the vertical line and the other the horizontal intersection line.

Can an existing 3D isometric view inherit a section definition?

Yes, by using the 'Orientation' option in the context menu and selecting 'Section Existing', you can apply a previously defined section to an existing 3D isometric view.

Is it possible to hide specific components in an NX 3D section view?

Yes, you can reactivate the 'Section view' dialogue window via the 'Edit' function and select the specific components that should not be displayed in the 'Settings' section.

Oct 29, 2026

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