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Dimensioning hidden lines

Dimensioning hidden lines

Dimensioning hidden lines

(OP)
Why can't I dimension hidden lines. I draw a part consisting of say two plates separated by a web. In the side view of the drawing the web is shown correctly as hidden lines but when I try to dimension the thickness of this web (the hidden lines) it won't pick it?

RE: Dimensioning hidden lines

If you go into [Tools]->[Options]->[Systems Options]->[Display/Selection], there is a check box with the label "Allow selection in wireframe and HLV modes" in the "Selection of hidden edges" frame.  Make sure this check box is checked.

HLV = Hidden Lines Visible

That should cure your problem.

RE: Dimensioning hidden lines

(OP)
Excellent, thanks

RE: Dimensioning hidden lines

Incidentally, the act of dimensioning to hidden lines is against ANSI standards.  That is probably why the default setting will not allow such an act.  Best practices and what not.

RE: Dimensioning hidden lines

I agree with Shaggy18VW. It is against ASME/ANSI standards. I know a lot of companies do not follow them.

Chris
Sr. Mechanical Designer, CAD
SolidWorks 05 SP3.1 / PDMWorks 05
ctopher's home site (updated 06-21-05)
FAQ559-1100
FAQ559-716

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