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    Thread callout, 1/4-20UNC or 1/4-20 UNC (space)

    Interesting - I've typically used "1/4-20UNC". However, in scanning ASME Y15.100, the book depicts "1/4-20 UNC"
  2. gibsonb

    Zinc Plate ASTM specification

    I've seen the standard Zinc Plate listed as per ASTM-633, and ASTM-B633. Should the specification always include the "B", or is it for separate finish applications?
  3. gibsonb

    Methods of justifying split ballooning

    Thanks all for your replies. In spite of the replies, many companies I've worked for in San Diego in various military and commercial industries actively use split ballooning. In addition, in finding the most automated method using Pro/E, I can't justify anything other than split ballooning to...
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    Methods of justifying split ballooning

    I have been in the industry for quite some time and have found split ballooning much more preferable in depicting parts in assemblies; particularly when using CAD systems such as Pro/E. However, I have found strong "old school" resistance from my boss to accept this new method of calling out...

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