SolidWorks fastener definitions

[tap90291]

We are having problems with our assembly files changing the fastener definitions when we reopen the models. We have mapped the fastener templates to the network on all machines and tried to double check them. Just this morning we opened up an assembly and found huge dowel pins where we had installed m6's, same with nuts, and others. The browser definition however is the original call out we wanted, what gives?

TAP

 

[MadMango]

Can I assume you are talking about ToolBox fasteners? If so, take a look at these FAQs:
faq559-890
faq559-653
faq559-654

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[macduff]

tap90291,
I gave up on the SW Toolbox fasteners for one of the many same reasons. It's one of the worst functionality of SW. Bad part number and descriptions schemes I've ran across. I created my own parts with configurations and added them to the parts browser.