The way I found works the best is to model it as a single part, but if you want to model it as an assembly this is how I have always done it.
Part 1
1. Model the center raceway section using a revolve feature (creates axis).
2. place a datum point in the raceway on the same dia path of the...
I agree. Never change filenames.
Example:
Say the filename is 12311M0100.dwg and the current rev is 1
If I rev that drawing I fist copy the file and name the copy 12311M100_Rev-1
Now I open the original file and edit it as required and save it.
By doing it this way, you can revert back to an...
Open the block in block editor and move all the entities so that where you want the insert point to be is on 0,0,0. Then just save changes to the block editor.
When making new blocks, use the option to select insert point and pick the point you want to use as its insert point.
V/R
Nathan
CAD...
Henrik,
The way I found works the best is to create an assembly and position all the componets that you need to connect. The next step is to place datum planes at the connection of the first componet. Now measure the distances in all three planes to your next componet. In your tube part...
Dustin,
Perhaps you could could look into defining datums "C" and "D" on your two larger holes and use them to create your positioning datums for the center smaller holes. I attached an example using your part.
May I also recomend looking at the following site for another example of...
mflayer,
Awsome trick. I will use that. I will then write a C# addin to automatically convert the section line this way. [thumbsup2]
V/R
Nathan
CAD Technician/ISO Director
Compass Systems, Inc. ( http://www.compass-sys-inc.com/ )
mflayler,
I suppose I will need to look into having our company upgrade Inventor, or just tell them it is not possible in the software. Thought I think I will look into persuing a possible C# or VB addin to change this. Perhaps there is a setting in the registry that controls this...
mflayler,
I have tried using a different layer and ensuring that the section lines layer was dashed and not phantom. I enven ensured that it had nothing to do with the dim type controling the line type. All my setting are "by-layer".
As for the ASME standard, it's in the ASME...
Hello everyone,
I have been using Inventor since verion 5 on up to 2008 Pro. The company I am working for now, wants to set up Inventor to document drawings exactly like their original AutoCAD drawings, with layers and linetypes. I would say that I am very proficient in Inventor, but I...
"In any situation where it may not be clear though, I'll add the 'centering' dimension from the CL of the datum or equivalent."
Kenat,
I agree with that statment 100%. Take for instance that you had two datum planes running parrallel to each other used for centering two differnt feature...
Everyone,
I just had an ipifany (rare for me), I decided to look outside of the box, we are all missing a very improtant referance, ASME Y14.2 (Line convensions and Lettering).
Quote: "Center Lines are used to represent axes or center planes of symmetrical parts and features, bolts...
Ok, I got an email back from my source. He stats that he ment for the dims to be off the CL's and not the part edges. Also he apologizes for the error. So it is not implied but defined as off the CL's. I don't beleve that I need to sketch this, as I for one can agree with everyone else as to...
[morning]
Ok, I knew this would cause more debate. lol. Though I will admit the I do enjoy constructive critisizum. :D
Season,
As for your comment about basic dims should come off of the CL's, I will contact him as to if he may have ment for them to be that way. I totaly understand where...
Powerhound,
I will have to look into this data you have provided me. I currently do not have a copy of the book to which you have utalized as to your source of referance. I will order a copy on Monday. As for your statment as to renaming the view as "acceptable but not checkable", I...
I got this answered by a 40+ year ME with a PHD and a professional GD&T certification. Having family and friends in the same field as myself is VERY helpfuly. I thank everyone for this answer, especially him!
Attached is the answer to this ever-growing debate as to if the figure in the ASME...
