Minimum distance dimension?
Minimum distance dimension?
(OP)
I cannot figure out how to create a dimension that is the minimum distance between two holes or other approaching curved shapes. I can get the value via analysis->Measure Distance but I would like it on a drawing.





RE: Minimum distance dimension?
You say that you can find the minimum distance with no problem using Measure Distance. OK, using Measure Distance, select the two faces of interest and when you see the result displayed on the screen, expand the section of the dialog titled 'Results Display' and select the Annotation option 'Create Line' and hit OK. Now make sure that the line is included in the Model Reference Set so that when you make your drawing it will be visible and selectable, which is what you DIMENSION in the Drawing. When finished, Hide the line and you're all set.
However, there is one issue to remember, even if you had toggled ON the 'Associate' option when doing the measurement, the line which was created will NOT update.
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RE: Minimum distance dimension?
I have used the create line work around in the past, I was hoping for an actual function.
This is not something I do that often but it sure would be handy when I need it. I personally try to stay away from drawings. I use them mostly for checking the fit of my assemblies. Hence the desire to document clearance.
RE: Minimum distance dimension?
RE: Minimum distance dimension?
John R. Baker, P.E.
Product 'Evangelist'
Product Design Solutions
Siemens PLM Software Inc.
Industry Sector
Cypress, CA
http://www.siemens.com/plm
http://www.plmworld.org/museum/
To an Engineer, the glass is twice as big as it needs to be.
RE: Minimum distance dimension?