Thanks guys or gals. I appreciate you taking the time to help out a fellow engineer. I was really hoping for an definative yes or no, but "clear communication" sounds like an excellent answer, and I agree. Thanks again.
cadman1964
I personally always apply centerlines in my side views no matter if there sectioned or not. Center lines help to communicate that's it's the center of the dia/hole.
Plus with out thumbing through the standard looking for it. I think its a standard that all dia's/hole shown in a side...
SDETERS
No I would not.
I only do it if the side view is a cross section then I will. What communicates the depth of the holes on the print? Do you have THRU on the diameter? If you are trying to dimension to the centers on the side view I would say yes. But once again to be more clear I...
Scenario:
Creating a side view of a plate with holes in it. The holes go straight through the plate. The holes are fully dimensioned in the top view.
Question:
Is it necessary to draw (create) centerlines for the holes in the side view?
