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Ac131 Module3 Dimensioning
Ac131 Module3 Dimensioning
• LESSON OBJECTIVES
• TOPIC DISCUSSION: Dimensioning – Definition,
Types, Order and Elements of Dimensioning
• PLATEWORK INSTRUCTIONS
• Q&A
Lesson Objectives
It is utilized to indicate on a
drawing, the sizes of the object and
the other details essential for its
construction and function using
lines, numerals, symbols, notes, etc.
Purpose of
Dimensioning
Communication is the
fundamental purpose of
dimensions.
• To provide a clear and
complete description or
measurement of an object
or part.
• To make the drawing
easier to understand (for
example: by the
manufacturer or builder).
• Simpler to draw, redraw,
or reproduce.
Dimensioning should
follow these guidelines:
• Accuracy: correct values must
be given.
• Clearness: dimensions must be
placed in appropriate positions.
• Completeness: nothing must be
left out and nothing duplicated.
• Readability: the appropriate line
quality must be used for
legibility.
ELEMENTS OF
DIMENSIONING
1. DIMENSION LINES are used to show
the measurement of an object. This line
should be at a distance from 10 mm to 15
mm from the object line. 2H or 4H pencil is
used for this purpose.
- ARROW
- DATUM
- DOT
- ARCHITECTURAL TICK
2. EXTENSION LINES are located at the end of the dimension line extend from
the object that is being measured. There should be a distance of 1 mm
between them and the object line. 2H or 4H pencil is used for this purpose.
4. Leader Line:
Any note or specification is
written on an object with the
help of this line. This is drawn
with 2H or 4H Pencil. Leaders
are never drawn horizontal,
vertical, curved, or freehand.
They are generally drawn at
any convenient angle
30°,45°, and 60°.
5. Arrowhead:
This is used at the ends of a
dimension and the end of a
leader. The length of the
arrow-head used in
engineering drawing 3 mm.
Usually, the arrowhead must
include angles of a minimum
of 15°.
ARE PLACED IN AN
ORIENTATION WHERE ALL
THE DIMENSIONS CAN BE
READ FROM THE BOTTOM OF
THE DRAWING SHEET;
PLACED IN THE HORIZONTAL
DIRECTION ONLY.
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ALIGNED
B. ANGULAR DIMENSIONS
• CHAIN DIMENSIONING
- DIMENSIONING FROM
FEATURE TO FEATURE OR
POINT TO POINT; successive
dimensions are arranged in a
continuous straight line.
• PARALLEL
DIMENSIONING
- DIMENSIONING
ORIGINATES FROM A
DATUM OR A COMMON
CORNER OF AN OBJECT
DATUM
B. ANGULAR DIMENSION
1.5cm
30.5cm
25cm
0.5cm
NAME, COURSE, YEAR&SECTION: SUBJECT, PLATE# &TITLE: INSTRUCTOR & DATE: RATING:
LOGO JUAN DELA CRUZ GRAPHICS1-PLATE#4 RANDY TOLENTINO
2cm
1.5cm
BS ARCH 1C DIMENSIONING 10-03-22
10/29/2023 41
Resources:
https://www.theengineerspost.com/dimensioning-systems/
https://akanmukehinde.wordpress.com/2013/04/17/technical-drawing-dimensioning/
https://mechanicaljungle.com/types-of-dimensioning/
https://civilseek.com/dimensioning/
https://www.mcgill.ca/engineeringdesign/step-step-design-process/basics-graphics-communicat
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https://slideplayer.com/slide/5030149/