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Parameterizing Dimensions

rdiatale

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I know this is kind of a simple question but I would like to create parameters within a modelthat specify an extrude size(such as length anddiameter) so that I can quickly change thesedimensions.


Can someone please outline the stepsof how toconvert a dimension, say the length of an extrusion, into a parameter so that I can quickly change this value without having to change the extrude definition each time?


I've found the Parameters menu in the tools drop down menu and was able to name a parameter and itsvalue in relation tothe specific feature that I am defining, but I can't attach it to any specific dimension within that feature (ie when I change the parameter it doesn't do anything to the feature).


I use Pro/E 4.0 and this is for a research project.


Thanks!
 
If it is only to refrain from "redefing" the feature for the changes, double click on the feature and edit the dimensions. No need to define any parameters. Dimensions in proe are Parameters. Parameters are defined to achieve a top down approach.


If you still wish to define the dimensions through parameters, assign the parameter to the dimension.


e.g. Let us say theyou have defined a parameter named "Length" = 50.

  1. <LI>Double click the feature containing the dimension.</LI>
    <LI>Click on the dimension to enter edit mode.</LI>
    <LI>type "=Length" or "Length" (can't remember the exact syntax).</LI>


Good luck.
Edited by: SRINIVASANIYER1
 
Where would you like to see these parameters?


You can rename dimensional variables to some logical variable name (length, diameter) if that would help: edit a feature, select a dimension and then choose properties, under Dimension Text edit the Name. The variable will still be a d## but you can see/use the name assigned in relations, family tables, ...


You can set up parameters (outside of the features but inside the model) with Tools > Parameters but then you'll typically be required to add some type of relation to tie a dimension to the parameter. These parameters will stay in the parameter definition table.
 

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