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Hi Gang,

In the RV-14 Plans…. What does “TYP” mean?

I really spent time looking, so if its in a manual, can you point me to the reference?

Thanks!
 
Greg is correct above usually written as (TYP) . They might reference a bolt or rivet or dimension on the plans in one place and indicate (TYP), meaning that all the rivets or bolts or dimensions are that particular size or dimension. For example if I were to draw a box on a set of plans that was 12"x12" I could indicate a dimension on ea side or just label one side 12" (TYP) next to it. You would then know ea side was that dimension. Just a way to clean up plan drawings.
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Google AI has this to say:
"TYP" is an abbreviation for "typical" used in engineering drawings to identify features that are identical to nearby features. It's also used in construction documents. [1, 2]
How is "TYP" used? [1, 2, 3]
  • To dimension a feature that's identical to nearby features
  • To identify repeated elements or features within a project
  • To avoid duplicating identical welding symbols on a drawing
Benefits of using "TYP" [2]
  • Can improve the clarity and efficiency of construction drawings
  • Can lead to smoother project execution
When using "TYP" [2]
  • It's important to use "TYP" clearly and well-defined to avoid misinterpretation [2]
  • "TYP" is associated with a dimension or feature that applies to locations that appear to be identical in size and configuration [4]
  • The drafter should provide additional information to completely identify all applicable joints [3]
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[1] https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/TYP
[2] https://alsyedconstruction.com/what-does-typ-mean-in-construction/
[3] https://www.jfahern.com/blog/2014/06/12/welding-symbols-designated-typical
[4] https://www.tes-tec.net/en/typical-once-and-for-all/
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etocr: Depending on the drafter, it can also be used to give a general fastener reference. It makes for a cleaner drawing, when there dozens to hundred of fasteners for an assembly. When they are noted as "TYP", the installer understands that all fasteners or hardware stackups within the boundaries referenced, are identical and there will be only one specific callout.
 
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