Auto dimensioning using CAD

COMPUTER AIDED DIMENSIONING

Norman F. Simms Electrical / Mechanical Designer 215-269-0390

Automatic Generated Dimensioning using SolidWorks

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Computer Generated Dimensioning

Norman F, Simms Electrical / Mechanical Designer 215-269-0390

This presentation will demonstrate how SolidWorks can automatically dimension parts using the Auto DimXpert command.

This presentation WILL NOT explain the application of ASME Y14.5-2009 or ASME14.41-2003 standards, nor the advantages of using Geometry Dimensioning and Tolerancing over the traditional Plus/ Minus system.

Traditional Plus/Minus Method Geometric Dimensioning Method

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Option – Document Properties, Set Dimensional Preferences under DimXpert

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Auto Dimensioning of a Prismatic, Plus and Minus, Linear Part by Selecting a Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Datum Planes


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Additional Modification can be Achieved by Selecting the Individual Dimension to be Modified

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Auto Dimensioning of a Prismatic, Plus and Minus, Linear Part Imported to a Drawing

Drawing Options to Import DimXert Annotations


Auto Dimensioning of a Prismatic, Geometric Part Generated on the Part and Drawing

Drawing Options to Import DimXert Annotations

Dimensions on PartDimensions Exported to Drawing


Auto Dimensioning of a Turned, Geometric Part Generated on the Part


Other Useful Commands for Dimensioning and Tolerance Analysis


Dimensioning and Tolerancing for Form, Fit, and Function is the prime duties of an Engineering Designer. Computer Aid Dimensioning speed the tasks of applying these dimensions on technical drawings.

Note: You should have a understanding of ASME Y14-2009 and ASME Y14.41-2003

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