Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
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Hi,
Is there a way to create a SolidWorks drawing with fixed size view? I have to create different size models of same series products (they are similar, but of different sizes). And, I want the same size view on all the drawings.
Thanks,
Alex
Is there a way to create a SolidWorks drawing with fixed size view? I have to create different size models of same series products (they are similar, but of different sizes). And, I want the same size view on all the drawings.
Thanks,
Alex






RE: Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
RE: Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
Regards,
Scott Baugh, CSWP
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http://www.scottjbaugh.com
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RE: Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
We make a lot of drawings for series of products. Within each series, these products have same shapes but different dimensions. The real problem is that when I change dimensions (we use templates), its view on drawing is out of the drawing boarder. I need to rescale the view every time in order to fit it to the drawing size. And then I need to clean up all dimensions. Linear dimensions are not bad (it basically stay with its entities), but angular dimensions are nightmare. SolidWorks throw all angular dimensions wherever it wants. I have to spend a lot time to touch up. I imagine if I can do autoscaling, then I do not need to spend a lot of time to clean the drawing.
Thanks,
Alex
RE: Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
Regards,
Scott Baugh, CSWP
http://www.3dvisiontech.com
http://www.scottjbaugh.com
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RE: Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
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RE: Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
We used to make tabulated drawings in AutoCAD. Since we move to SolidWorks, we realized that a tabulated drawing is not good idea for true Solid modelling. The tabulated drawing requires multiple configurations. Multiple configuration means less or no flexibility. We want all solid parts independent for Vaulting/Security purpose.
But I still believe there is a need for fixed size view (like a picture) on SolidWorks drawings. Does anyone know if SW2005 has this feature?
Thanks,
Alex
RE: Fixed size view in SolidWorks drawing
Regards,
Scott Baugh, CSWP
http://www.3dvisiontech.com
http://www.scottjbaugh.com
If you are in the SW Forum Check out the FAQ section
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