UEBE1823 Technical Drawing &

CADD
Manual Drawing :
Dimensions
 Why dimension?
The need for precision-
Construction
Manufacturing
Fabrication
Eliminate assumptions
Good dimensioning aspects

Technique
Placement
Choice of dimension

Others:
Accessible areas
Avoid duplication or unnecessary dimensioning
Provide tolerance
Conform to standards Legible
Contrast with visible lines Easy to find
Easy to interpret
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Gap

Extension line

Arrowhead Dimension line

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Not < 12 mm
from gap

Or not < 6 mm

Length about 3 mm
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No gap

Centerline as extension
line
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Shorter dimension nearer to
object to avoid crossing of
dimension line
NO repetition of dimensions
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