Detailing Drawings the quick way

[AlliedAuto]

Hi all,

I'm looking for waysof speeding up the way in which I detail drawings. I work for a machine building company and frequently have to detail large batches of tooling part drawings for manufacturing. I've tried using the autodimension tool but it doesn't work very well. I usually end up sing the ordinate dimension tool but I'd like to find a better way. Can anyone recommend some tutorials for autodimensioning.

Also, I'd appreciate it if someone you share ideas with me on the most efficient way of detailing large batches apart from using the Task Scheduler as we don't have Office Pro version of SW.

God bless,

Phil.

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

If you can create the model using the dimensions and dimensioning scheme you want in the drawings, the Insert > Model Items will place them for you. You can also set the dimensions to be placed as the views are created.

 

[TheTick]

I suppose the quick way is easier than doing it correctly. The quickest way is to develop your skills to the point where doing it right is just as fast as any other way. Then you will save yourself time, and time in manufacturing and inspection as well.

 

[ctopher]

I was thinking the same as TheTick.

Chris
SolidWorks/PDMWorks 08 2.0
AutoCAD 06/08
ctopher's home (updated 10-07-07)

 

[JMirisola]

Can you be more specific about how Auto-dimensioning doesn't work for you? Also, what sort of standard are you following for you detailing?
I, too, agree with TheTick. Getting it correct is more important than doing it easy.

Jeff Mirisola, CSWP
Certified DriveWorks AE

http://designsmarter.typepad.com/jeffs_blog

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