ORDINATE SET DIMENSION - PICKING INTERSECTION POINT

[nivenl]

I can use regular dimension to pickout intersection point between two lines, but I can't seem to find a way doing it using ordinate dimension. 

Imagine two line at an angle of 120 degree, and there is a fillet between them. I want a dimension to that theoretical intersection using ordinate set. 

All feedback are appreciated.

Thanks. 

[jddickson]

If you absolutely have to use ordinate dimensioning (I would not recommend using ordinate dimensioning in this case) you could always attach a sketch to the view and make a point where that intersection is located. As long as you project your geometry and dimension off the part in view it will always keep the correct location.

I hope this helps.

[Curtis_Waguespack · Accepted solution]

Hi nivenl,

Try this:

• Start the ordinate dimension tool, and select the view
• Zoom in real close on the filleted corner
• Hover over one end of the arc until you see a green dot (but do not click)
• Hover over the other end of the arc until you see another green dot (but do not click)
• Drag toward the intersection and you should see dotted, tracking lines
• Click to set the point when you see the yellow dot at the intersection

I hope this helps.
Best of luck to you in all of your Inventor pursuits,
Curtis
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