Inventor 2023 - Value of dimension is in inches but the unit is millimeter

Inventor 2023 - Value of dimension is in inches but the unit is millimeter

xxpochita123
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Inventor 2023 - Value of dimension is in inches but the unit is millimeter

xxpochita123
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When I try to get the length of the imported SAT file using 'Measure', the value of the dimension is in inches but the unit is millimeter. But when I try to get the length using 'Dimension,' its value and unit is in millimeters (which is the correct one). How do I fix this error?

 

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Gabriel_Watson
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Indeed that's strange, but check under Tools (tab) > Document Settings > Units, what is the file unit system. Your 3D annotation will still obey the Style set on the drawing you have (open a drawing to check Manage > Styles Editor > pick any of the "3DA" types under "Dimension", with the filter set to show All Styles):

 

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I believe your 3DA style used is different than the style on the document settings for the 3D model (which is also followed by the sketch dimension).

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johnsonshiue
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Hi! There is no 3D Annotation here. The value is the measurement. I think just changing the part document unit should be enough (from inch to mm).

Many thanks!



Johnson Shiue (johnson.shiue@autodesk.com)
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ahoulston
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Try:

 

Tools > Options panel, Document Settings > Standard tab

 

Look for the dropdown under 'Annotations' at the bottom and try "ASME mm"