Dual Dimensioning and Weld Notes
Dual Dimensioning and Weld Notes
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Is it possible to add a dual dimenion to a weld note? For example, 1/4 [6.35] filet weld symbol. Boss wants everything in dual... not sure how to handle the weld notes.
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Are the weld dimensions intelligent text in your CAD, or are they just dumb text? When someone revises your drawings, will they update the weld size and update the conversion, correctly?
It may be legal. It is still a bad idea.
I work mostly to metric here, but sometimes, it is a good idea to work to the vendor's favourite units.
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JHG
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Regards,
Mike
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...which takes us to one of the problems with dual units. Is a 1/4" weld equivalent to a 6mm weld? To which number do you apply tolerances?
.3 [7.6]
.2 [5.1] ?
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JHG
RE: Dual Dimensioning and Weld Notes
Regards,
Mike
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SnTMan and Mike, The tolerances when converted into metrics are the same when applied regardless. Adding a secondary chart for the tolerances in metrics may not be a bad idea.
The units are well defined on the drawing so there is no question of what is the primary or secondary units.
Thanks all for your help. I can now go to my boss and better advise him. Have a wonderful Friday and a Fabulous Weekend.
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RE: Dual Dimensioning and Weld Notes
Regards,
Mike
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RE: Dual Dimensioning and Weld Notes
We are considering a small block for conversions, but at the moment, the boss man just wanted me to use english.
To Everyone:
All is well.. and he and I am very thankful for so many good suggestions. The final decision was his and now I may proceed to complete my project.
Thank You,
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