How to Design a Simple Metal Door Handle Using SelfCAD

Welcome to this tutorial on crafting a simple metal door handle using SelfCAD. A door handle may seem like a small detail, but it's a crucial element in the aesthetic and functionality of any space. Whether you're designing for interior décor or industrial applications, mastering the art of creating door handles opens up a world of design possibilities.

In this tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of conceptualizing, designing, and refining a metal door handle from scratch. With SelfCAD's powerful array of modeling tools and intuitive interface, you'll be able to bring your vision to life with precision and ease. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, this tutorial will equip you with the skills and knowledge to create custom door handles that elevate any environment.
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Once you’ve launched the editor;
From the 3D Shapes category on the Toolbar choose Cube; Set Width to 50, Height to 150, Depth to 10

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Tick the checkmark to finalize Cube
Click to activate Edge selection
From the Edit Menu on the Top toolbar choose Select All

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From the Modify category on the Toolbar choose Fillet; Set Intensity to 1, Level to 5

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Tick the checkmark to finalize Fillet
From the 3D Shapes category on the Toolbar choose Cylinder; Set Top Radius to 12, Bottom radius to 12, Height to 12, Vertical segments to 64, Position y to 100, Rotation x to 90

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Tick the checkmark to finalize cylinder
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 Difference

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Choose mesh 8 to subtract and set keepSubtractedObject to true

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Tick the checkmark to finalize Difference
From the 3D Shapes category on the Toolbar choose Cylinder; Set Top Radius to 10, Bottom radius to 10, Height to 75, Vertical segments to 64, Position y to 102, Position z to 30, Rotation x to 90

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Tick the checkmark to finalize cylinder
Click on mesh 8 to select it
Click Stitch & Scoop on the Toolbar; From the Tool panel choose Difference

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Choose mesh 12 to subtract and set keepSubtractedObject to true

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Tick the checkmark to finalize Difference
Click on Difference 2 to deselect it and activate Polygon selection
Click on highlighted region to select it

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From the Modify category on the Toolbar choose Extrusion; Set Extrusion Amount to 1

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Click Add Option to add next macro step
Set operation to rotate, Set y to -5, Set Amount of copies to 18

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Tick the checkmark to finalize Extrusion
From the Modify category on the Toolbar choose Extrusion, Set Extrusion Amount to 100

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Tick the checkmark to finalize Extrusion
Click on highlighted region to deselect it and Click to activate Edge selection
Click on the gear icon to open the advanced selection tools

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Set Loop selection to true

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Click on highlighted edge to select loop from the object

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Click on highlighted edge to select loop from the object

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From the Modify category on the Toolbar choose Fillet; Set Intensity to 4.9, Level to 10

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Tick the checkmark to finalize Fillet and turn off region selection
Click on difference 2, difference 1, to select it
From the right panel choose materials

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Set material type to physical material

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Click color button to change material color; Click White button to change material color

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Click OK to confirm color change

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Set Metalness to 0.6

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Tick the checkmark to finalize Materials

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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 (https://www.selfcad.com/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 (https://www.selfcad.com/academy/curriculum/), https://www.youtube.com/@3dmodeling101, and 3D Modeling 101 series (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL74nFNT8yS9DcE1UlUUdiR1wFGv9DDfTB). This comprehensive resource offers in-depth courses taught by industry experts, allowing you to master the intricacies of SelfCAD at your own pace.