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svr_kjg705384
2012-07-29, 04:33 PM
Hello & Thank you in advance.

I'm working on a drawing in ACAD 2009 and it's a circular plate. My origin is the center and there are exact same dimensions in each quad (sections). My questions is, is there a proper way to dimension this with out adding too many dimensions? I have attached the drawing which I started to dimension. I'm sure I'm sure I'm not giving enough info, so please ask.

If the original ACAD drawing is needed let me know.

jaberwok
2012-07-29, 07:15 PM
If all the dimensions should match (unlike some of those shown), then it should be acceptable to dimension everything in one quadrant or, better, to dimension different features - especially different types of features - in different quadrants to improve legibility.

The abbreviation "Typ." added to each dimension would be normal (it could be added to a dimensional style) or you could add a note "All dimensions are typical".
I would strongly recommend placing centre marks for the holes.

svr_kjg705384
2012-07-31, 03:22 AM
Hello JohnB,

Thank you very much. I had thought of using only a quad for the dimensions. By any chance do you have a drawing or site where I can look at a sample? I also need some more clarification on below, sorry not too Cad savoy. If you can provide a sample drawing for reference.

The abbreviation "Typ." added to each dimension would be normal (it could be added to a dimensional style) or you could add a note "All dimensions are typical".
I would strongly recommend placing centre marks for the holes.

I have updated the drawing since last post. Please review when you have time. Thanks a million

jaberwok
2012-07-31, 11:48 AM
Hello JohnB,

Thank you very much. I had thought of using only a quad for the dimensions. By any chance do you have a drawing or site where I can look at a sample? I also need some more clarification on below, sorry not too Cad savoy. If you can provide a sample drawing for reference.

The abbreviation "Typ." added to each dimension would be normal (it could be added to a dimensional style) or you could add a note "All dimensions are typical".
I would strongly recommend placing centre marks for the holes.

I have updated the drawing since last post. Please review when you have time. Thanks a million

I can't really add much (though I would definitely pull the 50° dimension outward so that it doesn't look like 45° + 50°).

Your questions are not really about CAD so much as about technical drawing; check your national (and international) standards.
For example - The dimension and leader lines are the same weight (thickness) as the geometry in the pdf copy. Not so in the original, I hope.
What makes the 0.905 thickness a reference?
The elevation at the bottom looks like first angle projection but the elevation on the right appears to be third angle projection.
Keep trying, keep asking.
Good luck.

svr_kjg705384
2012-08-01, 11:59 AM
Hello John,

Thank you much. Will look into dimensioning and take your advice and some items on the drawing. Have a GREAT DAY.