### CAD = Part

The Cad = Part (Cad Equals Part) button moves and orients the part origin defined by the alignment so that it is equal to the CAD origin. This option should be used after a created alignment places the part origin and orientation at the same location as the CAD origin and orientation. This can make it simpler to use the CAD data to help inspect the part by displaying the measured data directly on top of the CAD data.

To set the CAD equal to the part:

1. Measure features on the part or fixture.

2. Use the alignment options to create an alignment.

3. Select the Cad = Part button. After the Cad = Part button is selected for a part, the Operation | Graphic Display Window | CAD Equals Part menu item will be selected.

Note: The CAD = Part button is only available if the alignment is at the very end of the part program. If there are other commands after the alignment, PC-DMIS will hide the button.