Australian Standard 1100.301 (Table 2.6) provides guidance on recommended scales, as detailed in this table.
| Drawing | Recommended scales | Use/s |
|---|---|---|
| Design drawings | ||
| Schematic drawing | 1:200 1:100 1:50 |
To show the overall design of the building. |
| Production drawings | ||
| 1. Location drawings | ||
| Block plan | 1:200 1:100 1:50 |
To locate the site within the general district. |
| Site plan | 1:500 1:200 |
To locate building work including service and site works – on the site. |
| General location drawings | 1:200 1:100 1:50 |
To indicate the juxtaposition of rooms and spaces, and to locate the position of components and assemblies |
| Special area Location drawings |
1:50 1:20 |
To show the detailed location of components and assemblies in complex areas. |
| 2. Construction detail drawings | ||
| Construction details | 1:20 1:10 1:5 1:2 1:1 |
To show the interface of two or more components or assemblies for construction purposes. |
| 3. Component and assembly drawings | ||
| Range drawings | 1:100 1:50 1:20 |
To show in schedule form, the range of specific components and assemblies to be used in the project. |
| Component and assembly details | 1:10 1:5 1:2 1:1 |
To show precise information of components and assemblies for workshop manufacture. |
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