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  1. tanner78

    Position tolerance of an axis?

    Yes, I've already applied profile tolerances to the faces. The overall surface is a mix of splines which lead to a sort of ovoid-shaped tube. Profile of a surface is surely the best way, but for the measurement a kind of "reference" axis or point is needed to begin with the measurement. That's...
  2. tanner78

    Position tolerance of an axis?

    Hello all, In your opinion can I give a position tolerance of an axis? I have defined the axis through 3 angles and one point (defined by 3 coordinates x-y-z), since this axis refers to a complex inclined geometry. So the next step would be the definition of the position tolerance on a...
  3. tanner78

    Captive screw

    Thanks to all for your replies. Partially threaded hole is definitively a fine and cheap solution, but if a completely through hole is requested as in my case, I suppose one of the captive screws suggeste in the links by CoryPad would fit...
  4. tanner78

    Captive screw

    Hello, I am designing an item with 4 screws M6 fastened on 4 through holes obtained on aluminum bores (height = 12 mm) at the respective ends of a flange. I am evaluating the category of captive screws since for handling reasons I would like to tight the screws on the holes so as to keep them...
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