NX Creating a diameter dimension in a sketch from a centerline

2021-10-06T23:26:39Z
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Summary


Details

How to create a diameter dimension in a sketch from a centerline. 
The dimension requires a diameter symbol.



Solution

 Creating a diametrical dimension in a sketch from a centerline can be done 
if the cylindrical dimension is converted to a reference dimension. 
1. While in the Sketch, select the 'Linear Dimension' command. 
2. Set 'Method' to 'Cylindrical'. 
3. Check the 'Reference' and 'Use Baseline' options. 
4. Select the geometry and or reference geometry for the first and second 
 object. 
 Note: Order of selection does NOT matter in this case. 
5. The reference dimension created should be shown displaying the diameter 
 value.



Notes and References


Hardware/Software Configuration

Platform: all
OS: n/a
OS Version: n/a
Product: NX
Application: DESIGN
Version: V11.0
Function: SKETCHER

Ref: 002-7009247

KB Article ID# PL7009247

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