### Define K-Chart for Profile

The Define K-Chart for Profile dialog box appears when you click the Define K-Chart button on the Profile tab. You can use this dialog box to define the type of K-Chart (standard, modified, or custom), and to modify tooth tip tolerance values.

Note: For a definition of the K-Chart and more complete information, refer to the appropriate gear standard.

Define K-Chart for Profile dialog box

K-Chart Type: Select the type of K-Chart from the list. Available types are:

- Standard K-Chart (Reduced at Pitch Diameter)

- Modified K-Chart (Reduced at Pitch Diameter)

- Modified K-Chart (With Tip and Root Relief)

- Custom K-Chart 1 (With Tip and Root Relief)

- Custom K-Chart 2 (With Tip Relief Only)

Input Type Area

Diameter: The parameters in the Definition area will be according to the diameter.

Roll Length: The parameters in the Definition area will be according to the roll length.

Roll Angle: The parameters in the Definition area will be according to the roll angle.

Definition Area

Use this area to define the shape of the K-Chart. You need to define the necessary parameters for the type of K-Chart you selected. The tolerance is in the X axis and the radial size is in the Y axis.

Diameter at (number), Roll Length at (number), or Roll Angle at (number) (the name of this parameter reflects the option you selected for the Type parameter): The radial position for given tolerance.

T(number): The tolerance value at the specified position defined by "Diameter", "Roll Length", or "Roll Angle".

Preview Area

This area displays a diagram of the K-Chart that you selected in the K-Chart Type list; the diagram changes when you select a different K-Chart. You can use this area to preview a representation of the style of chart that PC-DMIS Gear will use when you generate the report.