Define a Surface Symbol

Define the surface symbol data in the dialog box. The properties defined in the dialog box are displayed in the symbol preview.

Dialog Box Options

Applies to all surfaces
The circle is added to a symbol to symbolize the property, when the checkbox is selected. This property can also be selected for an old symbol.
General Symbol
Check the box if you want to add a general surface symbol. The default general surface symbol applies to those surfaces that do not have a symbol in the drawing.
Machining Type
Defines the surface machining method for the symbol. Select from the list.
Scratch mark
Defines the label indicating the direction of scratch marks. Select the label from the list.
Surface roughness and Min, Max
Define the maximum and minimum values for a surface roughness. First, select the surface roughness type, and then the value from a list. You can also edit a value in the field.
Method
Enter the method in the field, for example Polished.
Tolerance
Enter a tolerance value in the field.
Old standard
The software uses the standard ISO 1302 as a default. Select the checkbox if you want to use an older standard.
Dimension
Enter the period of measurement if you use the old standard. Select the length from the list or edit the value in the field.