Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Rev Table In The Sheet Format
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I usually have around 20-30 sheets per design. I need each sheet to have it's own revision table. When I insert the rev table on the first sheet everything is fine. But then I try to insert the rev table on sheet2, a generic table comes in with the words "see sheet1".
Actually, I would like the revision table to be on the title block itself so that it comes in with the format.
Any suggestions?
Actually, I would like the revision table to be on the title block itself so that it comes in with the format.
Any suggestions?






RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks 06 4.1/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 06-21-06)
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
I dont know of a way to add the Rev Table into the Sheet Format.
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
What I normally do is delete the "see sheet 1" row.
Then right click on the revision table and select insert row below. Then I just populate the cells as required.
Regards,
Dan Olid
SW2006 SP4.1
PDMW 4.0
Cad Designer/PDMW Admin
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
But apparently SWX agrees with ctopher on this issue.
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Thanks all.
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
You can use the custom table you created yourself by selecting it when placing the reve table. It will however still default to showing the "see sheet 1" comment.
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
You can use the table you created. When you add subsequent sheets to your drawing they come in with no revision table. You have to insert a table first, at that time, insert your desired table. Then follow the steps from my previous reply. I have our revision tables saved on the network and when I insert one into sheet 2, all of our column widths and headers are as they should be. This method works well for us.
Regards,
Dan Olid
SW2006 SP4.1
PDMW 4.0
Cad Designer/PDMW Admin
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Regards,
Dan Olid
SW2006 SP4.1
PDMW 4.0
Cad Designer/PDMW Admin
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
What version & SP of SW are you using?
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
sp4.1
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
What happens if you try to insert the first rev table on a sheet other than sheet 1? (eg. start new drawing, create multiple sheets, insert table on sheet 3 first)
... and sorry, I cannot copy and paste either. Hadn't tried till now.
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks 06 4.1/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 06-21-06)
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
If you can do it, and it sounds like OLID can, then I probably have a setting set wrong somehwere.
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
I am stumped as to why you cannot do it. It sounds like everything is correct. This is what it looks like when go to insert a table. I can also browse for different table from here if I choose to. Very strange.
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Regards,
Dan Olid
SW2006 SP4.1
PDMW 4.0
Cad Designer/PDMW Admin
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
ctopher: I realize why SWX tries to follow standards. And I think it is a good thing in general. However, I would like the option to deviate from any standard when I think it would benefit productivity.
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Also can you post screen shots of the first & second sheets of a drawing showing the tables.
In the meantime try doing a search for *.sldrevtbt on your main drive to make sure you are not picking up a rev table you are unaware of.
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I guess I will have to start using the pre-release 07 if I want to use the customized on every sheet. Thanks.
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Thanks.
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In my setup the tables act independently.
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
The table is working fine now. I just have to adjust the height of the cells. For some reason they do not insert with the correct height.
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Sorry, can't see them.
Happy it worked out for you.
Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks 06 4.1/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
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Windows XP / Logitech "Premium" Optical mouse
SolidWorks 2006 SP0.0 / SpaceBall 5000
Lava Lamp
www.Tate3d.com
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
The only time I have multiple parts within a dwg file, is for tooling. Tooling people like to have all parts on one dwg with one part number.
Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks 06 4.1/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 06-21-06)
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Your way is PREFERENCE...
Prepare to be assimilated...
Resistance is futile.
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
I use the multi-sheet method (as do many others) because, like you, I find it easier for file management ... I don't have PDM though.
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As far as whether to create a separate drawing file for each print or not, I will keep weighing the pros/cons.
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
See where this is going?
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
"You'd need an assembly drawing for that hammer" ... Agreed.
"with a rev table & a BOM" ... Agreed.
"The BOM would reference the other 2 parts & drawings" ... Agreed.
"Each of those other 2 part drawings would be on 2 different drawings" ... DISagree. They could be on 2 different drawings or they could be in one drawing with 2 sheets. The fact that SW07 has now included the separate Rev Table function, for multi-sheeted drawings, proves that there is a need (or at least a desire) by many users for that ability.
"each with a BOM" ... (Separate topic) Why would you have a BOM for a single part on a single sheet drawing?
"& rev table" ... Agreed.
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
I was not aware of SW07 now including separate rev tables... Sill - I don't think I want to open a 12 sheet drawing file just to modify one part (one sheet).
I'll play with that new functionality when I get hold of it & see if I change my mind.
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RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
Essentially what you are doing by having one drawing, with a sheet for each component is the same exact thing, but cramming all the information into one file. That complicates PDM applications.
This can also complicate ECN processes. If you are using the component on more than one unique drawing, it should have a separte file. Its poor practice to have the same component dimensioned on multiple drawings. HOWEVER, if you never reuse the component then the same logic as tooling would apply.
Finally, the first page rev table logic attempted to save extra table being imbedded on the other sheets. If you change sheet 12 information, you'd want that displayed on the first page. Otherwise it runs the risk of being overlooked. Think of the first sheet as the summary for all that follows.
I would never allow multiple rev tables on separate sheets within a drawing. All around I see the practice as a problem. But to those who insist on doing it, I'm glad Solidworks will allow it.
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I agree with your remarks also.
Chris
Systems Analyst, I.S.
SolidWorks 06 4.1/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 06-21-06)
RE: Rev Table In The Sheet Format
All sounds very good so far, but I've found that when trying to control the revision of seperate sheets/views of an assembly sheet drawing, the properties dialog box can be controlled a couple of ways to get the desired results you are looking for.
One is thru the use of a macro to configure the properties dialog that can be found here: ht
The other is by manually going into the properties dialog and overiding the field entry after it has been configured, then selecting No when it asks the question on exiting the edit process. Keep in mind that the sheet drawing property is being driven by the part/3D model property. If the property dialog fields are configured similarly, then your revision entry can be controlled thru this method often overlooked by users.
Steve
Sr. Mechanical Designer