Lesson # 2

Dimensioning
 DIMENSION LINE
DIMENSION
EXTENSION LINE

7.5

4.5 3
Dimension — the numerical value
that defines the size of an object.
The dimension line is a fine,
dark, solid line with arrowheads
on each end. It indicates direction
and extent of a dimension.
Extension lines on a drawing are fine,
dark, solid lines that extend outward
from a point on a drawing to which a
dimension refers.
General Rules in Dimensioning

1. Dimensions should NOT be

duplicated.
2. No unnecessary dimensions
should be used.
3. Dimensions should be placed at
finished surfaces
4. Dimensions should be attached to the
view that best shows the shape of the
feature to be dimensioned.
5. Avoid dimensioning to hidden lines
6. Dimensions should not be placed on
the object.
7. Overall dimensions should be placed
the greatest distance away from the
object
 8. A dimension should be attached
to only one view
9. Never cross dimension lines.
10. Never cross extension lines.
11. Leaders should slope at a 30, 45
or 60 degree angle.
 12. Dimension numbers should be
centered between arrowheads.
13. In general, a circle is dimensioned
by its diameter, an arc by its radius.