DATUM SYMBOL

Discussion in 'SolidWorks' started by Steve Reinisch, Sep 20, 2005.

  1. Steve Reinisch

    Steve Reinisch Guest

    How can I attach a datum feature symbol to a vertical axis of a cylindrical
    part in a drawing. SW will only allow you to attach it to a feature surface
    and not the axis.

    another related question, if I attach a datum feature to a part in the
    assembly can that be ported through to th edrawing?

    Steve R
     
    Steve Reinisch, Sep 20, 2005
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  2. Steve Reinisch

    IYM Guest

    You already stated your answer...It is a datum FEATURE, therefore SWx allows
    only the correct usage of datums. (check ANSI Y14.5-1994), so the correct
    usage would be to attach the datum to the I.D. or O.D. of your cylinder....

    HOWEVER - If you'd like to use them incorrectly (an unforeseen/special
    circumstance) you would have to use an actual centerline (not the center
    MARK). Draw two centerlines and mate them mid point to the origin (assuming
    that's in the center) and you should be able to add a datum to that...

    Scott
     
    IYM, Sep 20, 2005
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