Use Measure Generator to Quickly Create Measures in CAD

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Save time by using the Measure Generator to quickly create multiple measurements at multiple DCS Points.

Whether you use 3DCS integrated in CATIA, or DCS's stand alone version, 3DCS Multi-CAD, Measure Generator can be used to quickly add points to your model.

Where is Measure Generator in CATIA V5?

Measure Generator in CATIA V5

Finding Measure Generator in 3DCS Multi-CAD (Stand Alone Version)

Measure Generator in 3DCS Multi-CAD Stand alone

How to Use the Measure Generator

Start the Measure Generator

1.Specify the Measure type

•Nominal-Point: Only requires one Point

•Point-Point: Will require two points when selecting

2.Select the DCS points to apply measures to

•Select Part: Will Select all Points under the Part

•Select Features: The user can Specify which points

3.Specify the Directions

•Each of the five Directions can be used. The Measure Generator will create a measure for each direction selected (up to five).

4.Apply the Upper and Lower Specification Limits and Spec.ification Mode

5.Apply a Prefix (Not Required)

6.When finished, select the –Add --> button

7.In the Measure List, select each measure and click Apply

V5 Process

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