Double Arrows
Double Arrows
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I think we've all seen situations where we need to include a reference dimension to some known surface or feature that happens not to be within the scope of the view we're delaing with. For example, you want to indicate the height of some object off the floor.
You would add the dimension, and on the dimension line to the referenced feature you would add a second arrowhead to indicate that the dimension is not connected to the referenced feature. I've also seen this method used to indicate diameters when only radii are shown. Its such a common thing that I was surprised to see that the SW pop-up menu for arrowhead selection does not include that option.
Does anyone here know what I'm talking about? And is there a way to create such an element? (To me, this is like a foreshortened dimension but different.)
You would add the dimension, and on the dimension line to the referenced feature you would add a second arrowhead to indicate that the dimension is not connected to the referenced feature. I've also seen this method used to indicate diameters when only radii are shown. Its such a common thing that I was surprised to see that the SW pop-up menu for arrowhead selection does not include that option.
Does anyone here know what I'm talking about? And is there a way to create such an element? (To me, this is like a foreshortened dimension but different.)
RE: Double Arrows
Chris, CSWP
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RE: Double Arrows
there is an option under Tools\options\Doc props\Dimensions\Linear
Then if you look in the help file it explains how to make it - https://help.solidworks.com/2022/english/solidwork...
Of course, each situation is different and might make adding that dimensions complex.
Scott Baugh, CSWP
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RE: Double Arrows
RE: Double Arrows
I have changed the gtol file in the past so I know it can be done and it's not that hard to do. I had to make certain weld symbols in a previous job I held that SW did not provide.
http://www.fcsuper.com/swblog/?p=136
Scott Baugh, CSWP
FAQ731-376: Eng-Tips.com Forum PoliciesMechanical Engineer
Ciholas
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RE: Double Arrows