To "put together" the post with other parts (like a baseplate or cap), use Mates.

: Click the Sketch button on the toolbar or go to Insert > Sketch . Select a default plane (e.g., Plane1).

: Use the Rectangle or Circle tool to define the cross-section of your post.

Before you can assemble, you must model the individual components.

Below is a guide for creating a basic post assembly in SolidWorks 99, based on the SolidWorks 99 User's Guide . 1. Create the Post Part

SolidWorks 99, though an older version of the software, laid the groundwork for the modern 3D CAD experience. Putting together a "post" or an assembly in this version follows a structured process of creating parts and then defining their spatial relationships.

: Select File > New and choose the Assembly template.