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Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

(OP)
When modelling a small bearing, been trying to figure out how to make the dimension for the placement of Plane3 from the front plane of the part equal to 1/2 the (.2362) width of the bearing. (Plane will be used to mirror the revolved cut shown on the face to make a cut on the far side)

"Top" annotation view gives the pertinent dimensions, and I can click on Plane3 in the FT to show the .1181 dimension as previously entered; but when I move the cursor over to grab the .1181 dimension, it disappears.  How does one capture this to place into an Equation?

RE: Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

Define a sketch with an equation. Then use the sketch enpoint to define the plane.

RE: Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

A more "graphical" approach would be to create a sketch that has a centerline constrained symmetrically, and then create a plane through that sketched line.

RE: Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

(OP)
Thanks rfus, that worked!

RE: Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

FAQ559-1100

Chris
SolidWorks 06 5.1/PDMWorks 06
AutoCAD 06
ctopher's home (updated 10-27-06)

RE: Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

A simpler way would be to make a Mid-Plane extrusion in the first place.

Or if it's a revolve, position the sketch symmetrically about the Front plane.

cheers

RE: Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

(OP)
I agree,  Limey, but for ease of placement in the assemblies where it was used (and resultant relationships), I wanted the origin of the part to be on one face, rather than mid-point of the extruded solid.

Guess I could've made just one sketch and revolve about the centerline as per your second suggestion....looks like that would've been a better choice.

Thnx all for the inputs.
Gatz

RE: Plane dimensioning value in an Equation

You can add a mate reference to the bearing such that it snaps and auto-mates when you drag it into your assembly.

Jason

UG NX2.02.2 on Win2000 SP3
SolidWorks 2006 SP5.0 on WinXP SP2
SolidWorks 2007 SP2.0 on WinXP SP2

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