Flattens the sheet metal part and saves it to a document type you define. You can specify that the part is saved as a .par, .psm, or .dxf file.
You can create the flat pattern definition based on:
An existing flat pattern
The folded model state
You can use the options on the Flat Pattern Treatments page of the Solid Edge Options dialog box to specify how to define the flat pattern. You can also use options to specify how deformation features are displayed in the flat pattern.
Use Save As Flat when a flat pattern of a Solid Edge sheet metal file is needed in .dxf format. The resulting 3D planar geometry is merged wherever possible to provide a more efficient tool path for CNC programming. A drawing can be produced from the geometry generated by this process. However, it will neither be associative nor linked to the 3D sheet metal file from which it derives.
Note:
Bend lines are not automatically created with this command. If you want to automatically create bend lines, you must use the Insert Part Copy command to create a flat .psm file. You can then place a part view for the flat .psm file in a draft file.