Library Parts Naming Convention
Library Parts Naming Convention
(OP)
I am setting up a library of common parts such as screws, washers, nuts, etc. and I would like to know how you have named some of the parts. For example, for a M8 socket head cap screw 50mm long, I am thinking about naming it SHCS_m8x50. However, for ANSI hardware, I'm not sure about the best way to name, for example, a 1/4" diameter 1" long socket head cap screw.
What are some of the naming conventions you have used or are currently using?
Thanks for your help.
What are some of the naming conventions you have used or are currently using?
Thanks for your help.





RE: Library Parts Naming Convention
1_4-20_x_100_shcs for a 1/4-20 x 1.00 socket head cap screw
or
3_4-16_x_075_hhcs for a 3/4-16 x 0.75 hex head cap screw
We started on UNIX so underscores were part of our daily vocabulary.
Hope this helps a bit. Whatever method you choos just be consistent and dont embed any spaces in the part names.
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