A working drawing is the final ‘constructed’ drawing, produced as part of the design process. It usually consists of a front, side and plan view of the solution. Sometimes there are two views but this depends on the complexity of the solution. Dimensions are added so that any person using the working drawing can manufacture the design. Usually there are at least six dimensions but you can add as many as you feel are required in order for the manufacturer to make your solution.
The working drawing should be precise and drawn to a scale. If the drawing is half the size of the solution then the scale is 1:2. If the drawing is a 3rd the size of the solution then the scale is 1:3.
Use a 2H pencil or a fine black pen for the final outline. This will allow the drawing to stand out. The dimensions are usually quite faint apart from the arrow heads and the measurement.

A ‘Parts List’ is a very important feature of the working drawing as all the parts are listed, with measurements. The materials used are also mentioned as well as the finish applied to the individual pieces.

Can you complete the parts list on the right? The working drawing clearly shows a clock with an electronic mechanism. Also included are hands and numbers.

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