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Chapter 6 discusses dimensioning, which is the process of indicating the size and shape of objects on technical drawings using various elements. It classifies dimensions into functional, non-functional, auxiliary, size, location, feature, and end product dimensions, each serving different purposes in design and construction. The chapter also outlines the elements of dimensioning, including dimension lines, projection lines, and leader lines, emphasizing their proper placement and usage.

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5Chapter 6- Dimensioning

Chapter 6 discusses dimensioning, which is the process of indicating the size and shape of objects on technical drawings using various elements. It classifies dimensions into functional, non-functional, auxiliary, size, location, feature, and end product dimensions, each serving different purposes in design and construction. The chapter also outlines the elements of dimensioning, including dimension lines, projection lines, and leader lines, emphasizing their proper placement and usage.

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CHAPTER -06

DIMENSIONING
Dimension: It is a numerical value expressed appropriate unit of measurement and
indicated graphically on technical drawings with lines, symbols and notes.
To construct an object its shape & sizes must be known, also other details are essential for its
construction & function using Lines, Numerals, Symbols, Notes,, etc. is called “DIMENSIONING”

Classification of Dimensioning
Dimensions are classified according to the following types :
1) Functional dimension (F)
2) Non-functional dimension (NF)
3) Auxiliary or Reference dimension (AUX/REF)
4) Size dimensions
5) Location dimension
6) Feature
7) End product
1) Functional dimension (F)
Functional dimension (F): It is a dimension which is essential to the function
of the component or space. They are generally shown with limits. (Fig 1)
2) Non-functional dimension (NF)
It is a dimension which is not essential for the function of the component
or space.
3) Auxiliary or Reference dimension (AUX/REF)
: It is the dimension given for information only. It is derived from the values given
on the drawing or related documents and it does not given in the production or
inspection. (Fig 1)
4) Size dimensions
Give the size of a component, part, hole, slot, depth, width, radius etc.
eg: L1, L3, H, h1, S etc. (Fig 2)
5) Location dimension: Give or fixes the relationship of the features. viz centre of
holes, slots and any significant forms. (Fig 2) eg: L4, L5, L6
6) Feature: It is an individual characteristic such as flat surface. Cylindrical surface,
shoulder, screw thread, a slot, a curve or profile etc. (Fig 3 & 4)
7) End product: It is a part ready for direct use or assembly or it can be a part
ready for further process. e.g a casting, shoulder screw etc. (Fig 4)
Elements of Dimensioning
The elements of dimensioning include the projection line, leader
line, termination of the dimension line, the origin indication,
symbols and the dimension itself. These are
illustrated in Fig
DIMENSION LINE
I a continuous thin line of Type B shown /V terminated by arrowheads or oblique
strokes. ,-vn parallX to the edge or surface whose length must be indicated Normally the dimension lines
should be placed outside the view's wherever possible, however sometimes they may be placed w/fh/n the
view, unless the drawing becomes very clear by doing
so For example, the dimension line which indicates 35 mm within the view as shown in Fig. 5.2. The dimension
lines should be placed atleast JO mm away from the outline and all the other parallel dimension lines should be
placed at least 8 mm apart or more if the space permits. For example, in Fig. 5.2 the distance between theoutline
and the first dimension line is 10 mm, and the distance between the first dimension line and the second dimension
line is 8 mm.

DO
PROJECTION OR EXTENSION LINE
A projection or an extension line, is a thin continuous line of Type B. Table 2.5, Page 14,
drawn without leaving a gap from the outline to be dimensioned as shown in Fig. 5.1, 5.2,
and 5.3. It is drawn perpendicular to the outline which is to be dimensioned as shown in Fig.
5.1 and 5.2, where necessary, however, it may be drawn obliquely, but parallel to each other
as shown in Fig. 5.3. The projection lines must extend slightly beyond the dimension line.
A construction line is a thin continuous line of Type B. Table 2.5, Page 14, drawn to indicate the dimension line.
The construction lines are extended slightly beyond the point of intersection as shown
Arrowhead

ARROWHEAD
15° TO 90°

WIDTH OF
LENGTH OF
ARROWHEAD

1) Arrowheads are used to terminate the dimension line


Leader Line or Pointer
Line
Leader Lines – A leader or a pointer is a thin continuous line
connecting a note or a dimension figure with the feature to which it
applies. One end of the leader terminates either in an arrowhead or a
dot. The arrowhead touches the outline, while the dot is placed within
the outline of the Outline object. The other end of the leader is
terminated in a horizontal line at the bottom level of the first or the
last letter of the note. The leader is never drawn vertical or horizontal
or curved. It is drawn at a convenient angle of not less than 30° to
the line to which it touches. When pointing to a circle or an arc it is
drawn radially. Use of common leaders for more than one feature
should never be made.

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