This section describes how to construct and access the element tree for Cosmetic Thread features. It also shows how to create, redefine, and access the properties of these features.

A cosmetic thread is a cosmetic feature that represents the diameter of a thread. It is displayed in purple. Unlike other cosmetic features, you cannot modify the line style of a cosmetic thread.

You can create cosmetic threads using cylinders, cones, splines, and non-normal planes as the references. The surface that you select determines whether a cosmetic thread is external or internal. If the surface is a shaft, the thread is external. If the surface is a hole, the thread is internal.

You can create a standard thread or a nonstandard thread. When you choose to create a standard thread, the standard thread series and diameter is used. You can create, edit, and redefine the cosmetic thread features.