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Ordinate and Linear Dimensions

Ordinate and Linear Dimensions

Ordinate and Linear Dimensions

(OP)
Hello,
I'm checking some engineering drawings and notice that the engineer has a mix of Ordinate and Linear Dimensioning schemes defining his geometry. Is this normal practice? I mention he should stick with one or the other. He used linear scheme to define the centerline of the part, then used ordinate for the other. What are your thoughts? I can upload an example if you need to look at my issue.

Thanks,
 

Colin Fitzpatrick (aka Macduff)
Mechanical Designer
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RE: Ordinate and Linear Dimensions

I don't like to mix them. Consistency makes good dwgs IMO. I have had cases when a customer required mix dims per their own contract drawings, but rare.

Chris
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RE: Ordinate and Linear Dimensions

You need to be more specific.  I will, on occasion, mix the two.  If nearly everything can be measured from common datums save for a small hole pattern or a bend line, I will add regular dimensions in the same view as the ordinates.  Just don't have anything double-dimensioned, is all.

I don't think there's chapter-and-verse anywhere that explicitly prohibits a dual scheme.

Martinet

RE: Ordinate and Linear Dimensions

macduff,

   Is the drawing clear and unambiguous?

   If so, I would say it is okay.  I have mixed the two on occasion.   

               JHG

RE: Ordinate and Linear Dimensions

(OP)
Thanks for the feedback all. I'm just going to leave it alone for now.  

Colin Fitzpatrick (aka Macduff)
Mechanical Designer
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