How to Design a Ring With SelfCAD

Learn how to design a ring using SelfCAD with the help of this tutorial

How to Design a Ring with SelfCAD

Welcome to this comprehensive tutorial on designing a stunning ring using SelfCAD – your gateway to a world of limitless possibilities in 3D modeling. Whether you're a seasoned designer or a complete beginner, this step-by-step guide will empower you to bring your unique ideas to life and create a custom ring that reflects your style. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the entire process, from conceptualizing your design to refining intricate details, ensuring that you gain a solid understanding of the tools and techniques required to craft a personalized masterpiece.

The interactive tutorial for this article can be accessed at https://www.selfcad.com/tutorials/1l515a2jq5c191i521k186o6e3c1f641g1x1

Once you’ve launched the editor;

From the 3D Shapes Category on the Toolbar, choose Cylinder. Set Height to 10, Rotation y to 90, Rotation z to 90

Click to finalize Cylinder

Click to activate Polygon selection. Click on highlighted region to select it

Click Delete button to delete selected object

From the Modify Category on the Toolbar choose Add Thickness

Click to finalize Add Thickness

Click on highlighted region to select it

From the Modify Category on the Toolbar choose Extrusion. Set Extrusion Amount to 10

Click to finalize Extrusion

From the Deform Category on the Toolbar choose Taper. Set x to -25, z to -25 using highlighted gizmo

Click ‘x’ to close Transformation panel

From the Deform Category on the Toolbar choose Bend. Set x to 74

Click ‘x’ to close Transformation panel

Click on  highlighted region to deselect it

From the Modify Category on the Toolbar choose Round Object. Set Smoothness to 2

Click to finalize Round Object

Click Copy button to copy selected objects

Click Rotate on the Toolbar. Set y to 180

Click Move on the Toolbar. Set x to 4.82 using highlighted gizmo. Set z to -9 using highlighted gizmo

Click ‘x’ to close Transformation panel

Click highlighted part on selection cube to turn off region selection

Click on mesh-4 to select it. Click Stitch & Scoop on the Toolbar. From the Tool panel choose Union

Click to finalize Union

Click Color picker button to change color of selected object. Click yellow button. Click OK button to confirm color change

Complete!

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 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 and 3D Modeling 101 series. This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace.