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Pre-Plate Dimension and Coating Build Planner
Convert a finished drawing dimension and a proposed per-surface coating thickness into a nominal pre-plate target. This is a transparent geometry conversion, not a tolerance allocation or plating-process approval.
Enter the drawing basis
Enter in 0.001 mm increments.
Use the processor-proposed or drawing-required value; the tool does not recommend a coating thickness.
Review note
Choose a geometry relationship and enter both numerical inputs.
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Important scope boundary
The result addresses nominal geometry only. The drawing authority and actual plating processor must confirm tolerance stack, measurement location, masking, process capability, acceptance method, and whether machining occurs before or after plating.


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