rotary question, probably simple just missing one part

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rotary question, probably simple just missing one part

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Randall,
looking for some help, your octagon rotary was very useful for a straight taper but now I am trying to make a rounded taper (bullet profile) and I can't seem to get the curve correct. any tips?

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What is wrong with the curve? Not being able to see what you are writing about makes it difficult to understand the issue.
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Re: rotary question, probably simple just missing one part

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make a rounded taper (bullet profile)
A picture would really help.
Do you want the end of the piece to curve down to a point?
Do want the curve to be smooth, or continue to have the octagon shape?

Multiple profiles with the 2-rail sweep will likely be the solution.
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attached .pdf, not sure if it went thru

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If you do not see a file when you attach one then we do not see it either.
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Try this: FAQ How do I upload files or photos to the forum?

Note the file size limits.
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uploaded the .jpg file, thanks for the link, could not get the curve of the bullet tip to develop. Maybe try the multiple 2 rail sweeps with smaller steps, i was trying to do it all in one operation

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Something like this? If not, then as said before, we really need a picture.
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Bullet taper.jpg
Bullet taper setup.jpg
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