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The OPITZ Classification System

The OPITZ classification system is a hybrid coding system developed in 1970 by Opitz at the Technical University of Aachen that provides a basic framework for classifying and coding parts based on both design and manufacturing information. It can be applied to machined, formed, cast, and purchased parts and is widely used in industry.

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The OPITZ Classification System

The OPITZ classification system is a hybrid coding system developed in 1970 by Opitz at the Technical University of Aachen that provides a basic framework for classifying and coding parts based on both design and manufacturing information. It can be applied to machined, formed, cast, and purchased parts and is widely used in industry.

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The OPITZ classification system

it is a mixed (hybrid) coding system developed by Opitz, Technical University of Aachen, 1970 it is widely used in industry it provides a basic framework for understanding the classification and coding process it can be applied to machined parts, non-machined parts (both formed and cast) and purchased parts it considers both design and manufacturing information

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L/D = 1.98 here 0.5<L/D <3. Digit 1 External shape ; stepped with one side with a functional groove- digit 3 Internal shape through hole -digit1 Plane surface machining - digit 0 Aux. holes and gear teeth- spur gear digit 6 Answer = 13106

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