Linking parametric dimensions
Linking parametric dimensions
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I have two dimensions, one describing the hole diameter (with tolerances) and the other describing it's depth (with tolerances). How do I display them in the drawing?
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RE: Linking parametric dimensions
(dia sym).XXX-.XXX
(depth sym).XXX-.XXX
If for example there are two of them:
2X (dia sym).XXX-.XXX
(depth sym).XXX-.XXX
Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks/PDMWorks 05
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home site (updated 06-21-05)
FAQ559-1100
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RE: Linking parametric dimensions
In addition, I would like to make my bilateral tolerances in a top bottom display. Can this be done?
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks/PDMWorks 05
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home site (updated 06-21-05)
FAQ559-1100
FAQ559-716
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
How about the tolerances? I can't do another set of bilateral tolerances for the depth.
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
For the tolerances if you select the dimension in the drawing a toolbar will open on the left and there are several options concerning how to display/configure them. If you select Bilateral it will display the tolerances to the right of the dimension with top/bottom as min/max e.g.:
-0.12
XX.XX +0.06
Hope this answers your question.
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
I know that insert model items will work but it shows two dimensions completely.
In another scenario, I have a rectangular cutout with a depth callout but I can't display the dimensions without manually keying in the values.
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
Er, why can't you do another set of bilateral tolerances? You should at least be able to select the sillhouette of the hole for a depth dimension then tolerance it in the same manner you did for the diameter. If you mean that you want the depth displayed in a view that is normal to the hole axis then you would have to just type it as a note.
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
What I would do in if it is imperative to have it driven is dimension from an alternate view (assuming there is one) and drag it near your other dimension, turn off the extension lines (properties->dimension display) and draw your own leader if necessary.
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks/PDMWorks 05
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home site (updated 06-21-05)
FAQ559-1100
FAQ559-716
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
I have been working with UG and Pro/E in the past and they both allowed me to create driven notes / dimensions parametrically from the models. Perhaps Solidworks should come out with something.
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
Make 2 custom properties one for the dia. the other for the depth. Highlight the box for the value then click on the dim that pertaines to it. Now insert a note add the dia. symble then a link to the custom property. Now do the same for the depth. I have used this at diffrent times mostly on radius dim.
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
It reflects the dimensions in the drawing but not the tolerances. Still working a way around.
RE: Linking parametric dimensions
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