Counterbore Symbol
⌴ denotes a counterbore feature used in technical and machining contexts.
U+2334
The symbol ⌴ is called “Counterbore” and has the Unicode code point U+2334. It’s commonly used in technical contexts to label a specific drilled recess feature.
Counterbore Symbol Meaning
⌴ (Unicode U+2334, named “COUNTERBORE”) represents a counterbore in technical and computer-aided drawing contexts. In manufacturing documentation, a counterbore is a larger-diameter recess drilled around a pilot hole so a bolt head (or similar fastener) can sit flush with the surrounding surface. Using this symbol helps communicate the intended geometry clearly in drawings, spec notes, and annotation text. On the web and in software, it’s useful as a compact, standards-friendly character for machining callouts and dimensional notes where plain words would take extra space or reduce clarity.
Common uses
- •Labeling counterbore features in engineering drawings and CAD callouts
- •Annotating machining notes for fastener seats and recess dimensions
- •Using in technical documentation where a single-character symbol improves readability
- •Including in technical diagrams, tables, or BOM-related comments
- •Adding consistent notation in engineering wikis, templates, and form fields
Examples
⌴ Counterbore Symbol
- ⌴See detail A: ⌴ counterbore, Ø10 depth 5 mm.
- ⌴Counterbore ⌴ for bolt head clearance, 60° chamfer as shown.
- ⌴Hole spec: ⌴ recess around the pilot hole.
- ⌴The ⌴ feature is located concentric to datum B.
- ⌴Use ⌴ notation in the fastener schedule table.
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2334 | |
| HTML Entity | ⌴ | |
| HTML Code | ⌴ | |
| CSS | \2334 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9012 | |
| Decimal | 9012 |
How to type Counterbore Symbol (⌴)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9012 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2334 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2334. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2334, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ⌴ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the Counterbore symbol mean?
⌴ (Unicode U+2334, named “COUNTERBORE”) represents a counterbore in technical and computer-aided drawing contexts. In manufacturing documentation, a counterbore is a larger-diameter recess drilled around a pilot hole so a bolt head (or similar fastener) can sit flush with the surrounding surface. Using this symbol helps communicate the intended geometry clearly in drawings, spec notes, and annotation text. On the web and in software, it’s useful as a compact, standards-friendly character for machining callouts and dimensional notes where plain words would take extra space or reduce clarity.
What is the Unicode name of ⌴?
Its Unicode name is “COUNTERBORE.”
What is the code point for the counterbore symbol ⌴?
The Unicode code point is U+2334.
How can I copy ⌴ for use in documents and web pages?
Copy the character directly (⌴) or use the HTML entity ⌴ in web content.
Where is the counterbore symbol typically used?
It’s most often used in engineering drawings and machining/fastener documentation to denote a counterbore recess feature.