How to Create Technical Drawings for Legacy Parts
Despite the prevalence of 3D CAD as manufacturing blueprints, many companies still have thousands of older parts, also known as “legacy parts” which still need to be fabricated for use in maintenance or repair operations and for which they only have 2D drawings. This ebook will walk you through 10 steps to make a technical drawing, with clear instructions for your manufacturer. This ebook also includes a SOLIDWORKS technical drawing template.
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1 Introduction: A Paradigm Shift to CAD-Driven Manufacturing
2 Options for Working with Legacy Prints
3 How to Create a Technical Print from Scratch (Step-by-Step with Diagrams)
4 Create a Template
5 Add Coordinates and a Notes List
6 Check the Scale before Drawing
7 Ensure Correct Tolerances
8 Create Templates for Subsequent Sheets
9 Ensure the Correct Drawing Projection of Views
10 Include an Isometric View if Possible
11 Limit the Number of Hidden Lines
12 Ensure Clarity of Dimensions
13 Include Full Specifications for Materials and Surface Finishes
14 Example Template Summary with a SOLIDWORKS technical drawing template
15 How to Get a 3D Model
16 Using Xometry’s Digital RFQ Marketplace to Turn Drawings Into Parts
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This article was written by various Xometry contributors. Xometry is a leading resource on manufacturing with CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, 3D printing, injection molding, urethane casting, and more.