Setting the Model Unit

Set the model unit to millimeters.

The default unit length in CADFEKO is metres. Since the structure that you will build is small, the model unit is set to millimetres. All dimensions entered will be in the new model unit.

  1. Set the model unit to millimetres using one of the following workflows:
    • On the Construct tab, in the Define group, click the  Model unit icon.
    • On the status bar, click .
  2. On the Model Unit dialog, select Millimetres (mm).
  3. Click OK to change the model unit to millimetres and to close the dialog.


    Figure 1. The Model Unit dialog.