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2D Hole/Shaft Bonus Tolerance Example
GDT dimensioning of holes (and shafts) provides a powerful method for increasing inspection yield without trial and error fitting or binning. This method is what is known as bonus tolerancing.
 
In the following series of figures, the captions suffice to explain the logic. What is being shown is how increasing the size of a hole above MMC allows a bonus in the size of the positional tolerance zone.


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For a continuation of this discussion concerning virtual condition, see 2D Virtual Condition.
Injection Molding Design Guide

Guide for high quality and cost-effective plastic injection molding.

Metal 3D Printing Design Guide

Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) 3D printing for parts with reduced cost and little waste.

CNC Machining Design Guide

Optimize your designs, reduce machining time, and lower your costs.

Essentials of Manufacturing

Information, coverage of important developments and expert commentary in manufacturing.