Reuse drawings 1

[janenjannie]

Hello,

I am using NX6 and Teamcenter for designing stamping dies. In this business you have a lot of similar parts. The only differences are the contours of the cutting punches. Useally, I start modeling the complete tool and later I make the drawings.
I have found a way to reuse similar drawings but I don't think this is the way to do it.
In teamcenter I make a save-as of the drawingfile and then you can cut and paste this file in an item with a similar model. Then I go to NX drafting and replace the model.
Is there a better way to reuse drwaings?

 

[hudson888]

Drawing Templates might be the phrase that you're looking for. Searching the documentation and these forums might make a good start to supply any missing information you need.

Best Regards

Hudson

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[JohnRBaker]

Is there a better way to reuse drwaings?

Actually that sounds fairly elegant and so if it's working OK, go for it.


John R. Baker, P.E.
Product 'Evangelist'
Product Design Solutions
Siemens PLM Software Inc.
Industry Sector
Cypress, CA

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[tomstickland]

The method described is what I do, but I only do it occasionally.