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What is this symbol? 2

FrancoisY

Mechanical
Nov 10, 2023
16
Hello,

What does this SYMBOL mean in a drawing? Can someone please help me understand?
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Looks like someone getting extra mileage out of the dimension origin symbol.
 
It is a parting line symbol, you must be working on a Casting.
 
No. This is a dimension origin symbol. Parting line symbol is supposed to be diamond-shaped.

Best regards,

Alex
 
We have always used this type of symbol for a parting line for our casting for years. I never have looked into it. Thanks for the correction Jassco
 
jassco... great site.

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It is nonmandatory that every company must conform to any particular standard system.

Maybe they "upgraded" the origin symbol because it felt convenient. I always say, ask the one who's signature is in the title block.
 

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