ToolChecker
ToolChecker is a built-in visualization tool that comes with QuickInsert add-in which helps ensure your fasteners can be assembled or disassembled using real tools. It simulates tool reach, access, and movement around your selected components.
A powerful SolidWorks extension to instantly preview and validate compatible tools for your fasteners.
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✅ Automatic Tool Detection – Instantly snaps the correct tool to selected fasteners.
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🔄 Multiple Snap Orientations – Choose long/short side for Allen keys, etc.
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🔧 Manual Override – Manually adjust tool size and type.
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📏 Live Fit Check – Visually verify fit and alignment before manufacturing.
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🔁 Animated Rotation & Movement – Rotate tools or simulate removal/installation path.
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🎯 Realistic Tool Scaling – Displays tool in real dimensions for accurate clearance checks.
🛠️Note: Currently Toolchecker only works with QuickInsert generated components.
Tool List
ToolChecker currently supports 16 standard tools.
Allen Key
Pliers External Flat
Torx Key
Pliers External Bend
Wrench
Pliers Internal Flat
Ratchet Wrench
Pliers Internal Bend
Offset Ring Wrench
Circlip Fork
Socket Wrench
Hook Wrench
Screwdriver Flat
Right Hand
Screwdriver Cross
Left Hand