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    Implied Symmetry to Datum Features of Size

    Thanks to all who responded to this thread. Quite a lively and dignified discussion; something we need more of today.
  2. farmerandy

    Implied Symmetry to Datum Features of Size

    Hi drawoh, I see your point and were this a real part I would consider that. But since I referenced B and C RMB, haven't I taken the slop out at least for the 5th hole? farmerandy
  3. farmerandy

    Implied Symmetry to Datum Features of Size

    Thanks again pmarc. Leading zeros; some esoteric setting in NX that I failed to check.
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    Implied Symmetry to Datum Features of Size

    Thanks 3DDave and pmarc. The common message from your responses are "it depends." What I hear is: [ol 1] If your design intent is that 5th hole's location is indeed from the edges of the block then new datums are required. If however, the design intent is that the 5th hole's location is to be...
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    Implied Symmetry to Datum Features of Size

    In the attached drawing there are 5 thru holes in a rectangular block. Four of the holes are located with implied symmetry to datum features of size B and C. The 5th hole is not symmetric to datum features of size B and C. Do I need to declare new datums that are just the edges of the block from...
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