User-defined dimension points and dimension references
If the objects are very complex or if there are special requirements with regard to dimensions, the existing methods that come as standard are not always sufficient for the desired results.
Instead of having to dimension objects manually after they are produced, it is possible to add individual dimension points and dimension references (in addition to the two main reference points) to each object in the 3D model.
The functions for adding and modifying separate dimension references are located in the 3D object properties for profiles and panels.
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Dimension point | This is used to define any number of points on the object that will then be available in structural group dimensioning in addition to inner diameters and outer edges. |
| Reference point | This is used to define any number of points on the object that will then be available as reference points for other dimensions, such as hole dimensions or welding dimensions. |
| Reference Zone | This is used to define any number of areas of two points each on the object that will then be available as reference points for other dimensions, such as hole dimensions or welding dimensions. The difference between reference areas and reference points is that only modifications or objects located within such an area (tested in dimension direction) are allocated to that area. |
If the dimensioning group added is a user group, a separate dimensioning chain can be generated via the user-defined points and areas, in order to allocate it to the object edges for example.
The above example shows the use of separate dimension references to dimension individual elements: the three inner contours are allocated to the reference point C, and the inner diameters to the relevant reference areas A1-A2 and B1-B2. The points and areas themselves can then be assigned separately to the overall dimensions.