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April 19, 2016
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How do dimension a chamfer in a drawing?

  • April 19, 2016
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I just started using the creo drawings package (not impressed BTW)  and no where do I see the capabilities to add a chamfer dimension on a drawing.  Does Creo have this ability like Inventor/Solidworks/SolidEdge?

Frank

Best answer by StephenW

If you created the chamfer using the chamfer feature, simply show your dimensions for that feature or view.

Go to the annotate tab, select the SHOW MODEL ANNOTATIONS icon, make sure dimension is selected in the pop up and select the chamfer, it will show your dimension.

Judging by your question, you are likely creating all your dimension in your drawing. You may want to learn a little about showing model dimensions instead of creating all your dimensions.

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StephenW23-Emerald IIIAnswer
23-Emerald III
April 19, 2016

If you created the chamfer using the chamfer feature, simply show your dimensions for that feature or view.

Go to the annotate tab, select the SHOW MODEL ANNOTATIONS icon, make sure dimension is selected in the pop up and select the chamfer, it will show your dimension.

Judging by your question, you are likely creating all your dimension in your drawing. You may want to learn a little about showing model dimensions instead of creating all your dimensions.

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    fdefilippi1-VisitorAuthor
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    April 20, 2016

    Why do I need to go back to the model, I don't understand?  If I want to place a chamfer dim there is no option in te drawing mode of Creo?  thats doesn't make sense, every CAD package I've ever used has that feature its drawing module.    what about a hole note I can't find that  as wel? 

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      StephenW23-Emerald III
      23-Emerald III
      April 20, 2016

      1. did you create the chamfer as a chamfer feature? If so, DON'T go back to the model.

      2. IN THE DRAWING, go to the annotate tab, select the SHOW MODEL ANNOTATIONS icon, make sure dimension is selected in the pop up and select the chamfer, it will show your dimension.

      3. If you created the hole with hole feature, you can show the hole note the same way. In fact, you can show all your dimensions you used in your model.

      You really need to go through basic CREO drawing training. CREO is not a software you learn in an hour of playing with it like solidworks, solidedge, inventor. You either need training or you need a good mentor, otherwise you are likely making a big mess.

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        Michael16-Pearl
        16-Pearl
        January 10, 2024

        1. Dimensioning a Chamfer in a Drawing:
        • If the chamfer was created using the chamfer feature in Creo, dimensions can be shown directly in the drawing.
        • In the drawing, go to the annotate tab and select the “Show Model Annotations” icon.
        • Ensure that “dimension” is selected in the pop-up, and then select the chamfer to show your dimensions.
        2. Understanding Creo’s Approach:
        • Creo’s method of showing dimensions, including chamfers, in drawings relies on annotations made in the model. This might differ from other CAD systems where dimensions are often added directly in the drawing mode.
        3. Dealing with Imported or Surface Models:
        • For models imported from other CAD systems (like SolidWorks) or models that are surface or solid without features, the traditional method of showing model annotations might not work as there are no features to select.
        • In such cases, manual dimensioning in the drawing might be necessary. This involves using the drawing tools in Creo to create dimensions directly on the drawing views.

        ~ CreoVerse

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