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Contents
Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor .......................................................................... 7
What's New in Spec Editor...................................................................................................................... 9
Keywords .............................................................................................................................................. 11
Quick Access Toolbar ........................................................................................................................... 14
Status Bar ............................................................................................................................................. 14
Help ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
File............................................................................................................................................................... 15
New Catalog.......................................................................................................................................... 15
New Project ........................................................................................................................................... 16
Open ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
Save ...................................................................................................................................................... 18
Save As ................................................................................................................................................. 18
Recent Files .......................................................................................................................................... 18
About ..................................................................................................................................................... 18
Exit Spec Editor..................................................................................................................................... 18
Home Catalog Tab ..................................................................................................................................... 19
Clipboard Panel..................................................................................................................................... 19
Paste............................................................................................................................................... 19
Copy ............................................................................................................................................... 20
Cut .................................................................................................................................................. 21
Other Editing Features .......................................................................................................................... 21
Undo ............................................................................................................................................... 21
Remove Row .................................................................................................................................. 21
Add Table Panel.................................................................................................................................... 21
Edit Table Features ........................................................................................................................ 22
Size Table ....................................................................................................................................... 26
Bolt Diameter Table ........................................................................................................................ 27
Bolt Length Table ........................................................................................................................... 30
Material Table ................................................................................................................................. 33
Schedule Table ............................................................................................................................... 34
Thickness Table ............................................................................................................................. 36
End Type Table .............................................................................................................................. 37
Category Table ............................................................................................................................... 39
Data Table ...................................................................................................................................... 39
IndexCode Table ............................................................................................................................ 43
DBCode Table ................................................................................................................................ 44
End Prep Table ............................................................................................................................... 46
Legacy Catalog Data Panel .................................................................................................................. 48
Import By Spec ............................................................................................................................... 48
Import From Data File..................................................................................................................... 50
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File .......................................................................... 52
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File .................................................................................. 53
Transfer Data Panel .............................................................................................................................. 54
Catalog Data ................................................................................................................................... 55
Project Data .................................................................................................................................... 56
Export Data Panel ................................................................................................................................. 57
Export Table To Text Excel ............................................................................................................ 57
Contents
View Catalog Tab ....................................................................................................................................... 58
Display Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 58
Catalog Data ................................................................................................................................... 58
Base Catalog Data ......................................................................................................................... 60
Properties ....................................................................................................................................... 60
Component Tables ......................................................................................................................... 63
EndType Tables ............................................................................................................................. 63
Component Types .......................................................................................................................... 63
Home Project Tab ...................................................................................................................................... 64
Specification Panel ............................................................................................................................... 64
Add Specification ............................................................................................................................ 65
New and Edit Component Pane ..................................................................................................... 67
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes ............................................................ 71
Edit Project Specs features ................................................................................................................... 78
Import AutoPLANT Specification Data ........................................................................................... 79
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data ................................................................................ 81
Import Specification From SPRD File............................................................................................. 85
Pipe Support Panel ............................................................................................................................... 87
Add Pipe Support Assembly ........................................................................................................... 87
Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly .......................................................................................... 88
Catalog Panel........................................................................................................................................ 89
Update From Catalog ..................................................................................................................... 89
Review Table Links ........................................................................................................................ 90
Legacy Specification Panel ................................................................................................................... 91
Import Legacy Specification ........................................................................................................... 91
Export Data Panel ................................................................................................................................. 91
Export Specification To Text Excel ................................................................................................. 92
Editing Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 92
Find and Replace ........................................................................................................................... 92
View Project Tab ........................................................................................................................................ 94
Display Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 94
Project Specs ................................................................................................................................. 94
Project Catalog Data ...................................................................................................................... 94
Pipe Support Assembly .................................................................................................................. 95
Properties ....................................................................................................................................... 99
Property Descriptions ............................................................................................................................. 104
Project Properties................................................................................................................................ 104
Specification Properties ................................................................................................................ 105
Pipe Support Assembly Properties ..................................................................................................... 106
Support Component Properties .................................................................................................... 107
Catalog Properties .............................................................................................................................. 107
Size Tables Properties ................................................................................................................. 108
Material Tables Properties ........................................................................................................... 109
Schedule Tables Properties ......................................................................................................... 110
Thickness Tables Properties ........................................................................................................ 111
EndType Tables Properties .......................................................................................................... 111
Data Tables Properties ................................................................................................................. 113
IndexCode Tables Properties ....................................................................................................... 155
DBCode Tables Properties ........................................................................................................... 156
End Prep Tables Properties ......................................................................................................... 156
Contents
Update History ......................................................................................................................................... 157
Index ......................................................................................................................................................... 160
SECTION 1
Project File - Contains the specifications for CADWorx. This is a .prj file, located in
C:\CADWorx (Version)\Plant\Spec, and can only be accessed through the Specification Editor.
These specifications can be updated by changing the base catalog attached to the project. You
can also update the individual components using the Edit Component dialog box. The project
file is used in CADWorx to select specifications and sizes when creating a new model.
The areas highlighted in red are referenced throughout this manual. Windows such as the
Project Specs window are referenced by the window name. Please take a moment to get
familiar with the interface. The Component tab is the default tab when, you open the Main Spec
List View.
The View tab is explained in View Project Tab (on page 94).
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2015 SP1:
Software Enhancements
Enhanced the import of the Smart Plant Reference Data (SPRD) specifications. This
enhancement now includes importing the Ident, Short, and Option codes when the SPRD
specification includes those codes. For more information, see Import Specification From
SPRD File (on page 85).
When SPRD specifications include the unit basis applicable to the specification contents,
then the CADWorx Specification Editor SPRD import automatically sets the conversion units
accordingly. SPRD specification unit basis was not previously available in the SPRD
specification files. Previously, you were required to specify the unit basis for the conversion
manually. The SPRD import now only requires you to specify the unit basis when the SPRD
specification source file does not contain the relevant unit details. For more information, see
Import Specification From SPRD File (on page 85).
Improved instructions for displaying the bolt length and bolt diameter part numbers in
CADWorx. These instructions detail a workflow from the catalog, to the project, and then to
the drawing. This procedure allows you to display the part numbering of the bolt lengths and
the bolt diameters. For more information, see Display the bolt diameter part number in
CADWorx Plant (on page 29), and Display the bolt length part number in CADWorx Plant
(on page 32).
You can now add bolt length tables and bolt diameter tables to the Size Tables folder by
clicking Bolt Diameter Table or Bolt Length Table in the Add Table panel on the Home
tab, or by using the right-click options Add Bolt Diameter Table and Add Bolt Length
Table. For more information, see Add Table Panel (on page 21), Edit table features (on
page 22), Bolt Diameter Table (on page 27), Add a new bolt diameter table (on page 28),
Bolt Length Table (on page 30), and Add a new bolt length table (on page 31).
You can now select the bolt length and bolt diameter tables in the Specification
Properties. For more information, see Specification Properties (on page 105).
You can now add end prep tables to the Miscellaneous folder with the right-click option
Add End Prep Table or from End Prep Table on the Add Table panel. For more
information, see Add Table Panel (on page 21), End Prep Table (on page 46), Add a new
end prep table (on page 47), Edit end prep table (on page 48), Miscellaneous folder (on
page 60), and End Prep Tables Properties (on page 156).
You can now select the end prep table in the Specification Properties. For more
information, see Specification Properties (on page 105).
You can now select the ISOGEN symbol for end types in the New and Edit Component
Pane. For more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) and Add
single new component to a spec (on page 73).
You can now use the index code tables in your long, short, tag, and part number description
formats. For more information, see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99) and
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71).
You can now add custom data and property details to your pipe support components in
Support Component of the Properties. For more information, see Support Component
Properties (on page 107).
You can now select Straight Tee/Cross + Reducer in the branch table. Select Straight
Tee/Cross + Reducer to insert crosses and tees based on the size of the branch. For more
information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
You can create a pull-down list of items for custom data. For more information, see New
Field Dialog Box (on page 60) and List Items Dialog Box (on page 61).
You can now use spaces and underscores in the description formats. For more information,
see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
You can now add Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure Ratings for
Start, End, Branch 1, and Branch 2 end points for Valves. For more information, see New
and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
You can now use the OD_RED_SIZ_TBL and the DESCRIPTION_CMP_TBL schemas in
the Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
Improved import of AutoCAD Plant 3D specifications and catalogs. For more information,
see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data (on page 81), Import a single specification
using an AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog (on page 83), Import a single specification using a
CADWorx catalog (on page 84), and Import multiple specifications using a CADWorx
catalog (on page 84).
You can now cancel the Add User Part Number Column message box.
Added the bolt length and bolt diameter properties to the properties descriptions. For more
information, see Specification Properties (on page 105), Bolt Diameter Table Properties (on
page 108), and Bolt Length Table Properties (on page 109).
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Keywords
Keywords can be used in specification descriptions that allow information to be automatically
inserted during placement of a component. Keywords can be used anywhere within the Tag,
Short Description, and Long Description fields. Keywords can also be used in the Index Code
data file.
Keywords are:
MAIN
RED
SPEC
MAINTHK
REDTHK
LENGTH
BORE
MAINACT
REDACT
TAG
MAINDEC
REDDEC
MAINACTDEC
REDACTDEC
PIPETHK
PIPETHKRED
LINENUM
SPECINFONOMINALRATING
SPECINFOTEMPERATURE
SPECINFOPRESSURE
SPECINFOPIPINGMATERIAL
SPECINFOGASKETMATERIAL
SPECINFOSTUDMATERIAL
SPECINFOBOLTMATERIAL
CWDBCODE
The keywords {BORE}, {PIPETHK} and {PIPETHKRED} are calculated from the pipe data file in
the specification instead of the component's data file. For example, for a 4"x1" reducer,
{PIPETHK} would get the values from the 4" pipe data file as listed in the specification.
{PIPETHKRED} would get values from the 1" pipe data file. A 4"x1" reducer with {MAINTHK} or
{REDTHK} would get the keyword values from the reducer data file as listed in the specification.
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Keyword Formatting:
The numeric values are formatted based on the SystemMeasure. The tables below explain the
different formatting for each of the keywords. The AlphaSizeControl is read from the current
configuration file.
Keyword
SystemMeasure - English/Inch
MAIN, RED
AlphaSizeControl
MAINACT, REDACT
AlphaSizeControl
MAINTHK, REDTHK
BORE, PIPETHK,
PIPETHKRED
LENGTH
Based on DIMLUNIT,
DIMDEC, DIMLFAC
SPEC
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Keyword
SystemMeasure - Metric/Inch
MAIN, RED
AlphaSizeControl
MAINACT, REDACT
MAINTHK, REDTHK
BORE, PIPETHK,
PIPETHKRED
LENGTH
Based on DIMLUNIT,
DIMDEC, DIMLFAC
SPEC
Keyword
SystemMeasure Metric/Metric
MAIN, RED
AlphaSizeControl
MAINACT, REDACT
AlphaSizeControl
MAINTHK, REDTHK
BORE, PIPETHK,
PIPETHKRED
LENGTH
Based on DIMLUNIT,
DIMDEC, DIMLFAC
SPEC
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Open - Opens the Open File dialog box and allows you to select a file to open.
Save - Saves the project or catalog that you are currently working in.
Undo - Undoes the work you previously did in case you made a mistake.
Redo - Redoes the work you just did in case you changed your mind and wanted the
information back.
About - Displays the About box, which displays information about your copy of the
software, including version number and the copyright, legal, and licensing notices.
Customize Quick Access Toolbar - Enables you to add other features to the Quick
Access Toolbar.
More Commands - Allows you to add commands in the Spec Editor to the Quick Access
toolbar with the Customize dialog box.
Show Below the Ribbon - Moves the Quick Access toolbar below the ribbon.
Status Bar
Located at the bottom of the Spec Editor, displaying the word Ready as well as whether the
caps lock (CAP), number lock (NUM), or scroll lock (SCRL) is on. When an item is selected, the
bar's Ready status changes to the amount of items selected, such as 13 items selected. When
an item is selected in the Main Table List View, the item with its value is displayed in the status
bar next to CAP. There is no command for this bar.
Help
Click the question mark in the upper right corner of the Spec Editor to open the help file.
Help - Displays the help file.
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SECTION 2
File
The File
menu commands are used to create, save, and open catalogs and projects in
the specification editor.
New Catalog - Creates a new catalog. For more information, see New Catalog (on
page 15).
New Project - Creates a new project. For more information, see New Project (on
page 16).
Open - Opens previously created projects or catalogs. For more information, see
Open (on page 17).
Save - Saves current project or catalog. For more information, see Save (on page
18).
Save As - Saves current project or catalog with a new name. For more information,
see Save As (on page 18).
Recent Files - Opens recently opened files. For more information, see Recent Files
(on page 18).
About - Displays information about the Spec Editor. For more information, see About
(on page 18).
Exit Spec Editor - Exits the Spec Editor. For more information, see Exit Spec Editor
(on page 18).
New Catalog
CADWorx Spec Editor File: New Catalog
Creates a new catalog with a specific layout for sizes, thicknesses, materials, schedules, end
types, and components for a customer.
Name - Specifies the name of the new catalog.
Type - Specifies the type of catalog. The following catalog options are available:
Global Catalog - Builds a catalog for an entire industry. This catalog is the base
catalog. Global catalogs are used when an entire industry, such as the oil industry, has
all the same information.
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File
Base Catalog - Specifies the catalog that this new catalog pulls its information from.
Description - Specifies the description of the catalog.
Location - Specifies the folder where this catalog is saved.
Units - Specifies the units of measure that are to be used in this catalog. The following unit
options are available:
New Project
CADWorx Spec Editor File: New Project
Creates a new project enabling you to design specifications for companies or customers.
Name - Specifies the name of the project.
Default Catalog - Specifies a default catalog to attach to the project.
DBCode Table - Specifies the database code table for the project. This database code comes
from the DBCode Tables in the Default Catalog.
BOM type - Specifies the Bill of Material (BOM) type for the project. There are four material
types: Fabrication, Erection, Offshore, and Miscellaneous.
Long Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the long description attached to the
components.
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File
Short Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the short description format attached
to the components.
Tag Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the tag format attached to the components.
Part Number Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the part number attached to the
components.
For more on the <Description Type> Format Setups, see Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).
Layer Manager - Specifies the layers for the project. For more information, see Layer Manager
Dialog Box (on page 102).
Description - Specifies the description of the project.
Location - Specifies the folder where this project is saved.
1. Click File > New Project
Open
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Open
Opens an existing project or catalog.
1. Click File > Open
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File
Save
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Save
Saves the catalog or project changes. This command is only available if you make changes to a
product or catalog.
Save As
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Save As
Saves the catalog or project, but gives you the option to name or rename the file, and where the
file is saved.
1. Click File > Save As
Recent Files
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Recent Files
Provides a list of previously opened files. This command enables you to reopen files you have
previously worked with.
Click File, and then select a Recent Files from the list.
The selected file opens.
About
CADWorx Spec Editor File: About
Displays the version and copyright date for the CADWorx Spec Editor.
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SECTION 3
Clipboard Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard
Paste - Pastes text from the clipboard into the project or catalog. For more information,
see Paste (on page 19).
Copy - Copies highlighted text from the project or catalog text areas to the clipboard. For
more information, see Copy (on page 20).
Cut - Cuts highlighted text from the project or catalog text areas and places it on the
clipboard. For more information, see Cut (on page 21).
Paste
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Paste
Keyboard: CTRL+V
Pastes text into the project or catalog after using Cut (on page 21) or Copy (on page 20).
Right-click the row where you want the text, and then select Paste. Alternatively, click the
Home tab, and then click Paste
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Copy
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Copy
Keyboard: CTRL+C
Copies highlighted text from the project or catalog. Use Paste (on page 19) to place copied text
when required.
Highlight the text to be copied, right-click it, and then select Copy. Alternatively, click the
Home tab, and then click Copy
on the Clipboard panel.
Select a table to copy, right click it, and then select Copy.
The table pastes below the previous table.
This only works on the tables themselves and not on the table folders.
Select a specification to copy, right click it, and then select Copy.
The specification pastes at the end of the list of specifications.
Select a group of components to copy, right click, and then select Copy.
The software pastes the components at the end of the list for that component.
on the
2. Open the specification within the same project or a different project, and then select the
Branch tab.
3. Select the rows and columns where you want to paste the information, and then click Paste
on the Clipboard panel. Alternatively, you can use CTRL-V on the keyboard to paste
the information in the branch table.
The branch table information pastes in the rows and columns selected.
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Cut
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Cut
Keyboard: CTRL+X
Cuts highlighted text from the project or catalog. Use Paste (on page 19) to place cut text.
Highlight the text to be cut, right-click it, and then select Cut. Alternatively, click the Home
tab, and then click Cut
on the Clipboard panel.
Undo
Undoes a change in the project or catalog.
Right-click the row in properties, and then select Undo. Undo is only available by rightclicking when in the Properties window, otherwise you must use the keyboard control.
Spec Editor supports Undo using CTRL+Z. Undo is not available on the Clipboard
panel.
Remove Row
Removes rows from the table.
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AutoPLANT Data
File Path - Specifies the location of the AutoPLANT data.
Tables - Specifies the AutoPLANT Data tables.
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You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under
CADWorx Components.
You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double-clicking the boxes under
each heading.
6. Click Import.
7. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
Imports the AutoPLANT data.
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CADWorx Components
Component Type - Displays a list of the components in the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Long Description - Displays a long description associated with the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Select / deselect all - Selects and clears all check boxes in the CADWorx Components box.
Folder location box - Specifies the folder location of the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.
Right-click Menu
Check group - Enables you to check a component group under Component Type without
expanding the group.
Uncheck group - Enables you to clear a component group under Component Type without
expanding the group.
Expand All - Enables you to expand all the groups without having to select the plus sign.
Collapse All - Enables you to collapse all the groups without having to select the plus sign.
1. Right-click the catalog in the Main List View, and then select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D
Catalog Data.
The Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data dialog box displays.
2. Click the Plant 3D List Files ellipsis under AutoCAD Plant 3D Data.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the AutoCAD Plant 3D data for import, and then click Open.
4. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type, and then click the check box for the
component you want to add.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the groups under
CADWorx Components.
5. Click Import.
6. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
CADWorx imports the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.
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Size Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Size Table
Adds a new size table file to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. The size table records the
nominal size and outside diameter (OD) data for all the components used with CADWorx. You
can use this command to create different size tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions to how you can
describe the table.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. This can be changed.
Current Units - Specifies the unit of measure for the size table. This cannot be changed.
right-click Size Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Size Table
The New Size Table dialog box displays.
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See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
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See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
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Display the bolt length part number in CADWorx Plant (on page 32).
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See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
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Material Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Material Table
Adds a new material table file to the Material Tables folder in Catalog Data. The material table
records the specs data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this command
to create different material tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.
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See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
Schedule Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Schedule Table
Adds a new schedule table file to the Schedule Tables folder in Catalog Data. The schedule
table records the schedule data for all components used with CADWorx. You can use this
command to create different schedule tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. This can be changed.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.
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Add Schedule
Adds a schedule to the Schedule Table file in the Main Table List View.
Standard Items - Specifies the types of schedules you can add.
Selected Items - Specifies the types of schedules you have added.
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add Schedule.
The Add Schedule Items dialog box displays.
2. Select a schedule item from the Standard Items list, and then click the Add arrow
add the item to the Selected Items list.
to
You can select multiple items by holding the SHIFT or CTRL key down, and then
selecting multiple items. Also, you can add new items by clicking New
or delete an
added item by clicking Delete
. To move an item up and down in the list, simply select it,
and use the Up
and Down arrows to the side.
3. When all the items are added, click OK.
The schedule items are added to the list.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
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Thickness Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Thickness Table
Adds a new thickness table file to the Thickness Tables folder in Catalog Data. The thickness
table records the thickness data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this
command to create different thickness tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the thickness table.
Schedule Table - Specifies the schedule table attached to the thickness table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.
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See Also
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
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Add MAINSIZE
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add MAINSIZE.
The Select size dialog box displays.
2. Select the sizes to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or deselect all sizes.
The sizes selected display in the Main Table List View.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
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See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
Category Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Category Table
Adds a new category to the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more information, see Data
Tables folder (on page 59).
Category - Specifies the component category to be added.
Description - Specifies the description of the category. There are no description restrictions.
When adding a category, the data tables folder must be either empty or missing a
category. You cannot add multiple categories of the same component type.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Category Table
Alternatively, right-click Data Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Category
Data Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Data Table
Adds a data table to a Data Tables specific selected category in Catalog Data. This option is
only available when categories have been previously created, and a particular category must be
selected. For more information, see Data Tables folder (on page 59).
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Type - Specifies the component type applied to the table. For more information, see Data
Tables Properties (on page 113).
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Start - Specifies the end type for the start point of the component.
End - Specifies the end type for the end point of the component.
Left - Specifies the end type for the left branch of the component.
Right - Specifies the end type for the right branch of the component.
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See Also
Add MAINSIZE (on page 38)
Add New MAINSIZE (on page 38)
Component Tables (on page 63)
See Also
Add MAINSIZE (on page 38)
Add New MAINSIZE (on page 38)
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right-click Topworks in Catalog Data, and then select Add Data Table
See Also
Add MAINSIZE (on page 38)
Add New MAINSIZE (on page 38)
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IndexCode Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > IndexCode Table
Enables you to add an IndexCode table that can then be associated with a DBCodes table. The
IndexCode Tables folder contains the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION, and COMPTYPE of each
component in the catalog.
Name - Specifies the name of the index code table.
Description - Specifies the description of the index code table.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).
For information on the properties, see IndexCode Tables Properties (on page 155).
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DBCode Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > DBCode Table
Adds a database code table to Catalog Data. The DBCode Tables folder contains the
database code table and the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION, MAINSIZE, REDSIZE, and PTN for
all the components in the catalog. For more information, see DBCode Tables folder (on page
59).
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions on the name.
IndexCode Table - Specifies the index code table associated with the DBCode Table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on description.
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See Also
DBCode Table (on page 44)
IndexCode Table (on page 43)
IndexCode Tables Properties (on page 155)
DBCode Tables Properties (on page 156)
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Insert Row
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Insert Row.
An empty row displays with the fields to enter.
2. Type the information in each box. Press TAB to navigate to the next box.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
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See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
Import By Spec
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Import By Spec
Imports legacy data from a specification.
Specification File - Specifies the specification file for import.
Library Folder - Specifies the location for the legacy components folder for import. This must be
located in the legacy CADWorx folders.
Topworks Folder - Specifies the location for the topworks folder for import. This must be
located in the legacy CADWorx folders.
DatabaseCodes File - Specifies the legacy database code DAT file for the import.
Upon import of the DAT file the DBCode Table, and the IndexCode Table, are
created accordingly. For more information on DBCode Tables and IndexCode Tables, see
IndexCode Table (on page 43) and DBCode Table (on page 44).
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10.
11.
12.
One of the following two responses displays: No files were converted, or [Number]
files converted. If no files were converted, make sure the data to import is correct.
13. Click OK on either message you receive.
14. When finished with the import, click Close.
15. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
For detailed information about the contents that were or were not converted, click View Log
File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Data Files dialog box to view its information
in Notepad.
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Add Folder
Delete
The Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File dialog box displays.
2. Click Add Files
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To see information about the data conversion, click View Log File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its
information in Notepad.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import From Data File
Data panel.
The Import Legacy Data From File dialog box displays.
To see why something was not converted, or what, where, and when it was converted, click
View Log File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its
information in Notepad.
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Catalog Data: Right-click the catalog > Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File
Imports legacy pipe support data from an assembly file. For more information, see PipeSupport
(on page 133).
Assembly File - Specifies the assembly file for import.
Library Folder - Specifies the location for the legacy components folder for import. This must be
located in the legacy CADWorx folders.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for the import. You must first create a size table before
importing the legacy data.
Data Files - Specifies the imported information.
Path - Specifies the path for the legacy data.
Status - Specifies the status of the selected data. If Status is Missing, then the incorrect
Library Folder was selected.
Import - Imports the legacy data.
View Log File - Displays the log file for the legacy import.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Pipe Support Import Assembly
on the Legacy
Catalog Data panel. Alternatively, click in Catalog Data, right-click the catalog, and then
select Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File.
The Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File dialog box displays.
2. Under Source, click the Assembly File ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select a legacy file to import, and then click Open.
The Data Files box fills with the legacy data.
4. Click the Library Folder ellipsis.
The Browse For Folder dialog box displays.
5. Select the legacy folder that contains the data file, and then click OK.
6. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
7. Select the data files you want to import from the Data Files box, and then click OK.
Alternatively, select the Select / deselect all check box to select all legacy data in the Data
Files dialog box.
8. Click Import.
One of the following two responses displays: No files were converted, or [Number]
files converted. If no files were converted, make sure the data to import is correct.
9. Click OK on either message you receive.
10. When finished with the import, click Close.
11. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
For detailed information about the contents that were or were not converted, click View Log
File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Data Files dialog box to view its information
in Notepad.
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Delete
- Deletes a selected source from the Source Files box.
Source Files - Specifies the selected files or folders for import.
Converted Files - Specifies the files converted after import.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for validation of import.
Select Data File Type - Specifies the component type for the specification import.
Import - Imports the legacy data.
View Log File - Displays the log file for the legacy import.
There are two options for importing data from the data files. Depending on which kind of data
you want to import, use Add Files or Add Folder.
To see information about the data conversion, click View Log File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its
information in Notepad.
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To see why something was not converted, or what, where, and when it was converted, click
View Log File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its
information in Notepad.
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Catalog Data
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Transfer Data > Catalog Data
Copies data from one catalog to another catalog. For example, the source catalog data can be
copied to the target catalog.
Source - Specifies where the information to be transferred comes from.
Target - Specifies where the information is transferred.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Catalog Data
Data transfers for projects and catalogs can be conducted while working in a catalog
or a project.
The Would you like to use the current catalog for target? dialog box displays.
This only displays when you have a catalog open.
2. Select Yes to use the current catalog.
OR
Select No to use a different catalog.
The Transfer Catalog Data dialog box displays.
3. Click Open
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Project Data
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Transfer Data > Project Data
Copies data from one project to another project. For example, the source project data is copied
to the target project.
Source - Specifies where the information comes from for the project transfer.
Target - Specifies where the information goes to for the project transfer.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Project Data
Data transfers for projects and catalogs can be conducted while working in a catalog
or a project.
The Would you like to use the current project for target? dialog box displays.
This only displays when you have a project open.
2. Select Yes to use the current project.
OR
Select No to use a different project.
The Transfer Project Data dialog box displays.
3. Click Open
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Display Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display
Enables you to view the following windows.
Catalog Data - Displays all the data loaded in a catalog, and enables you to manipulate the data.
For more information, see Catalog Data (on page 58).
Base Catalog Data - Displays all the information in the base catalog. For more information, see
Base Catalog Data (on page 60).
Properties - Displays the properties of all the data in the catalog. For more information, see
Properties (on page 60).
Component Tables - Lists all the components by table name and version. For more information,
see Component Tables (on page 63).
EndType Tables - Lists of all the end types by table name and version. For more information, see
EndType Tables (on page 63).
Component Types - Displays all component types available in the specification editor and
enables you to change the names as needed. For more information, see Component Types (on
page 63).
Catalog Data
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Catalog Data
Displays all the data loaded in a catalog, and enables you to manipulate the data. Catalog Data
displays when you open an existing catalog or create a new catalog. Selecting Catalog Data
hides or displays the Catalog Data View.
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Miscellaneous folder
Contains miscellaneous data for the components in CADWorx, such as end prep data. You can
manipulate the data by adding tables, or by changing existing data. Miscellaneous tables can
be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using
the menu that displays.
Properties
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Properties
Displays the properties of the specific data you have selected in the catalog. You can use the
Properties view to change the aspects of a specification, project, catalog, or catalog table file.
The table folders do not have properties. Selecting the Fields ellipsis or double-clicking Custom
Data brings up the New Field or Edit Field dialog box. For more information, see New Field
Dialog Box (on page 60). Each category in Data Tables displays different components. Each
component has its own specific information under properties, as well as a picture of the
component. Different types of available options vary by component. Some components have
available options that others do not have. You can find the property explanations in the
Appendix.
See Also
Property Descriptions (on page 104)
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Real - Only allows real number characters in the Default Value box.
Integer - Only allows integer number characters in the Default Value box.
Text - Only allows alpha characters in the Default Value box.
List - Enables you to create a list of items to use for the custom data. You can create
data in the list, and then select it from the Default Value list. To change this list, select
the ellipsis to the left of the Data Type list. When you select the List option, the
software activates the dialog box and then the ellipsis. For more information, see List
Items Dialog Box (on page 61).
Required Input - Specifies whether the information you are creating requires input from you.
Validation Rule - Specifies the validation rule for the custom data. This field is unavailable for
edit.
Default Value - Specifies the default value to of the custom data. If the List option is selected, a
list of items displays here. This list of items is based on the data created in the List Items Dialog
Box (on page 61).
Attach Field to Components - Attaches the custom data field to the component. Clear the
Attach Field to Components check box if you do not want the custom data to appear in the
model. Selecting this option allows for the custom data you are creating to show up in the
model, including the database, and bill of materials. If you attach the property to a component,
you can turn that property off by opening the already added property and clearing the check box.
Any new component drawn after that point does not contain the property. If you run
CONVERTFROMPRJDATA on the previously create components, and have cleared this option,
the custom data is removed.
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Right-click Menu
New - Enables you to create new items in the list for custom data.
Edit - Enables you to rename the custom data item in the list.
Delete - Enables you to delete the items from the list for custom data.
To select the Default Value after you create a list, see New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
Edit a field
1. Click the View tab, and then click Properties in the Display panel.
2. Select a field in Fields and click the ellipsis.
The Edit Field dialog box displays.
3. Update the necessary fields, and then click OK.
You can remove an attached custom data field from a component, table, or specification
by clearing the Apply Fields to Components check box.
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Component Tables
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Component Tables
Shows a listing of all the components by TABLENAME, AUTHOR, and PTN (Part Number). To
view the component tables, click the View tab, and then select the Component Table check
box in the Display panel.
The Component Tables display on the Main Table List View.
EndType Tables
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: EndType Tables
Shows a listing of all the end types by table name and version. To view the endtype list, click the
View tab, and then click EndType Tables on the Display panel.
The EndType Tables displays on the Main Table List View.
Component Types
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Component Types
Shows a listing of all the components by COMPTYPE NAME and Program Code. Enables you
to define a DEFINED COMPTYPE.
COMPTYPE NAME - Specifies the component type name of each component in the
Specification Editor. You cannot edit this it is hard coded in the system.
DEFINED COMPTYPE - Specifies a defined component type name for each component.
Changing this text changes the appearance of the long description in the specification.
Program Code - Specifies the program code for the component. This program code identifies
the component in the Component Edit dialog box in the Component type box. You cannot edit
this, it is hard coded in the system. For more information, see Local Edit in the CADWorx Plant
Users Guide.
To view the component types, click the View tab while working in a catalog, and then select
the Component Types check box in the Display panel.
The Component Types display on the Main Table List View.
Change how the COMPTYPE format displays in the Project Description Formats
1. Enter a value into the DEFINED COMPTYPE box, and then save the catalog.
2. Open the corresponding specification.
3. If the Reload message box displays, click Yes.
If the update from base catalog message box displays, click Yes.
One or both of these dialog boxes displays. If you do not receive the update
message box, then the catalog was not saved, or the wrong project was opened.
4. Open a specification, and click on the component for which you changed the value in the
DEFINED COMPTYPE box. If the value is not changed, then you need to set the
components description format or the specifications description format for the change to
take effect. For more information, see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99) and
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71).
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Specification Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Specification
Enables you to add information to a project.
Add Specification - Adds a specification to the project. For more information, see Add
Specification (on page 65).
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Add Specification
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Specification > Add Specification
Adds a specification to a project.
Name - Specifies the name of the specification.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog.
Weight Factor - Specifies the weight factor of the specification. This option is used for various
margins of component weights, such as paint weights, and weld weights.
Component Class - Specifies the class type specification for the component.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable temperature for the component.
Pressure Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable pressure for the component.
DBCode Table - Specifies the database code table from the base catalog.
Size Table - Specifies the size table used in the base catalog.
Available Size - Specifies the available sizes of the size table. These can be changed by
selecting or clearing the check boxes in the list.
Thickness Table - Specifies the thickness table used in the base catalog.
Material Table - Specifies the material table used in the base catalog.
Layer Name - Specifies the layer name. By default this name is the name of the spec, but the
name can be changed.
Layer Color - Specifies the color appearance of the components when using this specification
to draw. Select 0 - ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 White/Black, from the list or type 0 through 255 to specify other colors.
Created By - Specifies the name of the person who created the specification.
Description - Specifies the description of the specification.
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71)
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Component Tab
Enables you to add or edit components for a specification. The information in the list comes from
the base catalog.
Click Show Data Table
information.
, when available, to display the Base Catalog Data and obtain more
You can copy and place any component in the Main Spec List View in the same
specification or another specification in the current project.
Component Setup
Group - Specifies the component to add or edit. While editing, this box is unavailable.
Type - Specifies the component type for the group selected.
Data Table - Specifies the specific data used for the selected type, and populates the EndType
Data Table and the Sort Sequence. See the note below under the EndType Data Table
subheading. When the data table is selected, the Sort Sequence auto-populates with the
program code from the selected data table.
Data Table Update Only - Specifies this is only an update from the data table. The Data Table
Update Only check box is only available when editing.
Size Range - Specifies the sizes of the component. When you edit a component, the software
derives the size ranges from the catalog data table for that component. For example, if you have
only sizes 1 to 20 in your data table, only sizes 1 to 20 display in the Size Range list. If you
need to add sizes to the component, you must first add them to the data table in the catalog,
and then update your project. You must select the new sizes in the Limit Spec Size Range To
list after you update your project. Otherwise, the software does not display the sizes in the Size
Range list. For more information, see Specification Properties (on page 105).
BOM Type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the component.
Layer Name - Specifies the layer of the component.
Color Index - Specifies the color of the component in a drawing. Select 0 - ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2
- Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black, from the list or type 0
through 255 to specify other colors.
IndexCode - Specifies the index code of the component. This index code is from the DBCodes
Table in the base catalog. For more information, see DBCode Table (on page 44).
Optional Component - Specifies whether the component is an optional selection. Select the
Optional Component check box, if you want the component to be an optional choice.
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Start - Specifies the starting point end type for the component. Use the corresponding list under
ISOGEN Sym (1) to specify the end type symbol for ISOGEN.
End - Specifies the end point end type for the component. Use the corresponding list under
ISOGEN Sym (2) to specify the end type symbol for ISOGEN.
Branch1 - Specifies the first branch end type for the component. Branch1 is available when the
Apply same end type on all ends check box is cleared, and the component has three
connection points. Use the corresponding list under ISOGEN Sym (3) to specify the end type
symbol for ISOGEN.
Branch2 - Specifies the second branch end type for the component. Branch2 is available when
the Apply same end type on all ends check box is cleared, and the component has four
connection points. Use the corresponding list under ISOGEN Sym (4) to specify the end type
symbol for ISOGEN.
When selecting a Data Table associated with any new component, that components
EndType Data Table is automatically set to the Default EndType Data Table Setup
associated with that Data Table in the catalog.
Topworks
Topworks - Specifies the topworks for the component. Topworks is available only when the
component has topworks.
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Start connection - Enables you to specify a start end point temperature, pressure, and
class.
End connection - Enables you to specify an end end point temperature, pressure, and
class.
Branch 1 connection - Enables you to specify a first branch end point temperature,
pressure, and class.
Branch 2 connection - Enables you to specify a second branch end point temperature,
pressure, and class.
Component Class - Specifies the class type specification for the component.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable temperature for the component.
Pressure Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable pressure for the component.
Apply same rating to all ends - Applies the same rating to all end points.
If you draw a valve with multiple ratings in CADWorx Plant and then attach a flange, the
software prompts you when the flange and the valve rating do not match. You can select Yes to
override and insert the flange. Optionally, select No, and then insert a flange with a matching
rating.
Sort Sequence
Sort Sequence - Specifies the location of the item in the bill of material. This number is pulled
from the program code when adding a new component. However, when editing an existing
component, the program code from the original selection stays the same. You have the option to
leave this number as it is or change it based on the following. If you entered 999, this
component is placed last in the list. If you enter 0, it is first in the list. If you set the same sort
numbers for different components in the specification, CADWorx places the components in the
list in an alphabetical order.
Description
Long - Specifies the long description for the component. You can change the long description,
by clicking the Long ellipsis which opens the Long Description Format dialog box. You can
also type information in the Long box, and then click Apply to add the information. Blue words
are keywords and you can select and copy them. Black text is a simple text string and can be
edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog
Boxes (on page 71).
Short - Specifies the short description of the component. You can change the short description,
by clicking the Short ellipsis which opens the Short Description Format dialog box. You can
also type information in the Short box, and then click Apply to add the information. Blue words
are keywords and you can select and copy them. Black text is a simple text string and can be
edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog
Boxes (on page 71).
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Descriptions display in the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and Code boxes shown
in the Component Edit dialog box in CADWorx Plant. For more information, see Local Edit in
the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
The information the software displays in the Component Edit dialog box is based on the
associated component definition in the specification. The component definition in the
specification contains fields for Short Annotation, Long Annotation, Tag, and Part Number.
These boxes can be populated with text data or by setting the schema in the Long, Short, Tag,
and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) or Description Format Dialog Boxes (on
page 99).
You can configure a description schema for the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and
Code boxes at the project level, the specification level, and the component level. If you define a
schema at any of these levels, then the software derives the description from that level.
Component level schemas take precedence over specification level schemas and specification
level schemas take precedence over project level schemas. For instance, if the sub-category
Nipple under Pipe in the Component List tree has a schema defined, then the information
displaying in CADWorx for Nipple derives from this schema. If you remove the schema
definition from the Nipple sub category, then when you place a Nipple in the model, the schema
derives from the Pipe category description schema under the Component List tree.
If you remove the description schema in Pipe, the description derives from the Component
description schema in the Component List tree. If you delete all of the description schemas at
the component level, then the software repeats the above process internally at the specification
level. Next, the software repeats this process at the project level.
When the description format is empty at the component level, then the box under Description in
the New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) reads Using Specification Format. If the
description format is empty at the component level and at the specification level, then the box
under Description in the New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) reads Using Project
Format.
Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the component.
If you receive a red exclamation or a warning triangle
to identify additional detail on possible data issues.
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Component Tables
Component Tables - Lists the format types available for component tables in Table Fields.
Material Tables - Lists the format types available for material tables in Table Fields.
Size Tables - Lists the format types available for size tables in Table Fields.
Schedule Tables - Lists the format types available for schedule tables in Table Fields.
DBCode Tables - Lists the format types available for database code tables in Table Fields.
IndexCode Table - Lists the format types available for index codes tables in Table Fields.
Thickness Tables - Lists the format types available for thickness tables in Table Fields. This
table is not available in Part Number Format.
EndType Tables - Lists the format types available for end type tables in Table Fields.
Spec Tables -Lists the format types available for spec tables in Table Fields. This table is not
available in Part Number Format.
End Prep Tables - Lists the format types available for the end prep tables in the Table Fields.
This format contains the END_PREP_PTN schema. Select the END_PREP_PTN schema to
add the PTN value from the end preparation table to your descriptions. You must select an End
Prep Table Name in the specification Properties for the end preparation part number to display
correctly. Then, set the PartDescriptionCat variable and the Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in
CADWorx Plant for the END_PREP_PTN to display in your model. For more information, see
PartDescriptionCat and Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide. To add
an end preparation table, see End Prep Table (on page 46).
The DEFINED COMPTYPE in the Component Types view affects the
COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field. Changing the value in the DEFINED COMPTYPE box
changes the descriptions using COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL. The software reads the DEFINED
COMPTYPE you specified for the component. The software then displays the new DEFINED
COMPTYPE value as the description when using the COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field
schema. For more information, see Component Types (on page 63).
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Format - Displays the actual appearance of the long or short description, the tag, or part
number format. When you click in the Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format, Tag Format, or
Part Number box, the space or text you added appears. You can then edit the information here
or in the Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format, Tag Format, or Part Number box. Blue
words in Format are keywords. You can select keywords and then copy them. Black text is a
simple text string and you can edit as needed.
Example - Displays an example of the long or short description, tag, or part number, as it
appears in the software.
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5. To edit the format appearance, select the table in the <Description Type> Format box, and
then change the format in the Format box.
6. Click OK when finished.
7. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
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Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
g. Click the Branch2 list, and then select a second branch end type. This defaults to the
Default EndType Data Table Setup for Branch2 in the base catalog, when applicable.
You can change Branch2 to something other than the default.
h. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
13. Under ISOGEN Symbol Information, the software should list default data in the Identifier
and SKEY boxes. To change the Identifier and SKEY, type your identifier in the Identifier
box, and then select your SKEY.
14. Click the Topworks list, and then select the topworks.
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Branch Tab
1. Click the Branch tab at the bottom of the New component or Edit component pane.
A grid displays with Branch Size (NPS) on top of the grid, and Main Size (NPS) on the left
side of the grid.
2. To add permitted components to the grid, right-click the applicable main and branch size
intersection, and then select one of the types listed. You can modify the grid.
You must change the Apply Branch Table Rule option, under Piping Rules in
CADWorx Plant Setup, to Automatic to apply the branch table settings.
The grid box displays letters, indicating that you have added a component.
To add components to multiple intersections at the same time, hold down CTRL
while selecting multiple intersections, or left-click a box and drag the mouse in any direction
to select multiple boxes.
3. Click Save when finished. Every time you make a change, you must save the project for the
change to take affect.
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End-Type
Apply same end type on all ends - Specifies that all selected components have the same end
type. If you select the Apply same end type on all ends check box, the software disables the
other three end type options.
Start - Specifies the starting point end type for the component.
End - Specifies the end point end type for the component.
Branch1 - Specifies the first branch end type for the component. The Branch1 list is active if
the Apply same end type on all ends check box is not selected, and the component has three
connection points.
Branch2 - Specifies the second branch end type for the component. The Branch2 list is active
when the Apply same end type on all ends check box is not selected, and the component has
four connection points.
Schedule
Main Schedule - Specifies the main schedule for the component.
Branch Schedule - Specifies the branch schedule for the component.
Remaining options
BOM Type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the component.
Tag - Specifies the tag information for the component. You can change the tag format, by
clicking the Tag ellipsis which opens the Tag Format dialog box. For more information, see
Component Tag Format.
Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the component.
Color - Specifies the color of the component in a drawing.
Layer - Specifies the layer of the component.
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AutoPLANT Data
File Path - Specifies the location of the AutoPLANT data.
Use Spec Catalog - Uses the catalog of the AutoPLANT specification. Clearing this option
enables you to select a different catalog using the Catalog ellipsis.
Catalog - Displays whether or not you are using a CADWorx catalog. If this box is blank, then
you selected the Use Spec Catalog option. If you fill this box, the catalog is a CADWorx
catalog.
Tables - Specifies the AutoPLANT Data tables.
Size Table - Specifies the size table.
CADWorx Components
Program Code - Displays the program code associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Short Description - Displays a short description associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Size - Displays the size associated with the component for the AutoPLANT data. Double-clicking
the Size box displays a list that allows you to include or exclude sizes.
Schedule - Displays the schedule for the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Doubleclicking the Schedule box displays a list that allows you to include or exclude schedule data.
Rating - Displays the rating of the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Doubleclicking the Rating box displays a list that allows you to include or exclude rating data.
Select / deselect all - Include or exclude all check boxes in the CADWorx Components box.
Separate Catalog - Indicates whether or not the software creates a separate catalog.
Separate Catalog path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The separate catalog
path displays when you select the Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the
catalog or to save in a different location, click the ellipsis.
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You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under
CADWorx Components.
You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double clicking the boxes under
each heading.
7. Click Import.
8. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
Imports the AutoPLANT data.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under
CADWorx Components.
You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double clicking the boxes under
each heading.
8. Click Import.
9. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
Imports the AutoPLANT data.
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CADWorx Components
Component Type - Displays a list of the components in the AutoCAD Plant data.
Long Description - Displays a long description associated with the AutoCAD Plant data.
Select / deselect all - Includes and excludes all check boxes in the CADWorx Components
box.
Separate Catalog - Indicates whether or not the software creates a separate catalog.
Separate Catalog path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The separate catalog
path displays when you select the Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the
catalog or to save in a different location, click the ellipsis.
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Click Yes to save the changes, No to discard the changes, or Cancel to return to the
PLANT 3D Size Table Detail dialog box.
You are returned to the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box.
To finish your work, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data (on page 81).
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List Items
Type Name - Lists the type of information for the Smart Plant Reference Data import.
Item Name - Lists the item name of the Smart Plant Reference Data being imported, such as
the component or the specification.
Parent Name - Indicates whether the Smart Plant Reference Data information is created for the
catalog or the specification. The catalog and specification information are created in the Import
Specification From SPRD File dialog box.
Status - Specifies the status of the Smart Plant Reference Data information.
Pending - Indicates the item in the list has not been selected or imported.
Selected - Indicates the item in the list has been selected and is awaiting importation.
Successful - Indicates the item in the list has been successfully imported.
Failed - Indicates the item in the list has not been converted and has not imported.
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Catalog Path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The Catalog Path displays when
you select the Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the SPRD catalog or to
save in a different location, select the Catalog Path ellipsis.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under
CADWorx Components.
Select the Separate Catalog check box to create a separate catalog.
To change the name of the SPRD catalog or to save in a different location, select the
Catalog Path ellipsis.
5. Click Import.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View log file.
6. Click Close.
The software imports the Smart Plant Reference Data file specification.
If the Do you want to update project from base catalog? message displays, do the following:
1. Click Yes.
The Review Update message box displays.
2. Click Yes or Review Update. If you click Review Update, see Review Table Links Dialog
Box (on page 90) for more information.
The project updates from the base catalog.
After import, check the data against the original SPRD file. For the SP1 release of
CADWorx 2015, the software places the Ident, Short, and Option codes in the specification.
The software places the Ident Code in the DBCodes Tables under the IDENT_CODE
column and joins the IndexCode table with the DBCode table.
The software creates custom data fields for the Short Code and the Option Code under the
Custom Data properties for that specification and component.
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See Also
Pipe Support Assembly (on page 95)
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Pipe Support Assembly > Right-click the project in the
Pipe Support Assembly pane > Import Pipe Support Assembly
Enables you to import legacy pipe support assembly components using the Import Pipe
Support Assembly dialog box.
Assembly File - Specifies the legacy file to import the pipe supports.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog to reference the pipe support information. This catalog
must contain a PipeSupport category for the pipe supports to function correctly. To add a pipe
support category, see Legacy Catalog Data Panel (on page 48) or to build your own, see
Category Table (on page 39).
Size Table - Specifies the size table from the base catalog that contains the pipe support size
information.
Import - Imports the pipe support to the project for use in the drawing. For more information on
using the new pipe support in the drawing, see CADWorx Support Modeler in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly
on the
Pipe Support panel.
The Import Pipe Support Assembly dialog box displays.
2. Click the Assembly File ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the pipe support specification for import, and then click Open.
Legacy pipe supports are contained in the programs Spec folder for 2013 and prior.
4. Check the Catalog and Size Table, and change if needed. These should be from the
default base catalog.
If you want to use a different catalog, click the Catalog ellipsis, and then select a
new catalog. Make sure that this catalog has a PipeSupport category for the pipe supports
to function correctly.
5. Click Import.
The pipe supports are added to the Pipe Support Assembly pane under the project.
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Catalog Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog
Enables you to update the project from a catalog and review the tables for update.
Update From Catalog - Updates the project from the base catalog. For more information,
see Update From Catalog (on page 89).
Review Table Links - Enables you to review and edit the table links for the catalog
update. For more information, see Review Table Links (on page 90).
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays, asking if you would like to update from the
base catalog.
2. Click Yes, No, or Review Update.
3. If you click Review Update, see Review Update (on page 89) & Review Table Links Dialog
Box (on page 90) to continue.
The project updates from the base catalog.
Review Update
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog > Update From Catalog
Enables you to check and change the details of the spec project that you want to update from
the base catalog.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Update From Catalog
OR
Open a project that has had its base catalog updated.
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays, asking if you would like to update from the
base catalog.
2. Click Review Update.
The Review Table links dialog box displays.
For more information, see Review Table Links Dialog Box (on page 90).
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7.
8.
9.
You must have a catalog already set up, with the data for the specification
already imported into it.
Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
Click Import.
The Converted successfully dialog box appears.
Click OK.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
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Editing Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Editing
Enables you to edit specified values.
Find and Replace - Finds and replaces specific values. For more information, see Find
and Replace (on page 92).
The Find and Replace function only works with the Long Description, Short Description,
or Tag boxes that consist of non-keyword texts. Any formatted keywords that exist in the
Long, Short, or Tag boxes are not replaced when using the Replace function. For more
information on Keywords, see Keywords in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
The Specification Editor classifies keywords in four categories. First, the combination of the
Fields and the table as in the case of SPEC_MAT_TBL which calls the SPEC field from the
Material Table for the format. Second, a Field, such as USER_PART_NUMBER, by itself is
a keyword. In addition, when you create a user defined field with the Custom Data option,
the field name becomes a keyword. Finally, a property by itself, such as
COMPONENT_PTN, (which calls the Part Number property from the selected component),
is a keyword. For a listing of all the fields and properties in the Specification Editor, see
Property Descriptions (on page 104). You can view all Keywords in the Description Format
dialog boxes by selecting the ellipsis to the right of the boxes. For more information, see
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) and Description
Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
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Find options
Match case - Matches the search to the case (lower or upper) in the Find what box.
Match whole word - Matches the search to the exact whole word in the Find what box.
Search Up - Matches the search moving upwards in the Spec Editor rather than
downwards.
Find type
Find
Replace
1. On the Home tab, click Find and Replace
The Find and Replace dialog box displays.
2. Type the text you want to find in the Find what box.
3. Select the Replace with check box.
The Replace with box activates.
4. Type the text to replace in the Replace with box.
5. Specify parameters in Look in, Find options, and Find type.
6. Click Find Next, and then click Replace.
OR
Click Replace.
OR
Click Replace All.
Replace All replaces every instance of the text in the Find what box throughout
the Specification Editor for the open project. Use this option with caution.
The value is replaced.
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Display Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display
Project Specs - Displays the current project, and enables you to add, delete, open, and import
specification data. For more information, see Project Specs (on page 94).
Base Catalog Data - Displays all the information in the base catalog of CADWorx. For more
information, see Base Catalog Data (on page 60).
Project Catalog Data - Displays all the information attached to the open project. For more
information, see Project Catalog Data (on page 94).
Pipe Support Assembly - Displays the Pipe Support Assembly pane and enables you to
added or import pipe supports to the project. For more information, see Pipe Support Assembly
(on page 95).
Properties - Displays the properties of all the data in the project. For more information, see
Properties (on page 99).
Project Specs
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Project Specs
Displays the current project, and enables you to add, delete, open, and import specification
data. For more information, see Specification Panel (on page 64). Selecting the Project Specs
check box, hides or displays the Project Specs view.
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Right-click Menus
Right-click the project file listed in the Pipe Support Assembly pane to access the following
options:
Add Pipe Support Assembly - Enables you to add a new pipe support assembly to the project.
For more information, see Add Pipe Support Assembly (on page 87).
Import Pipe Support Assembly - Enables you to import a pipe support assembly. For more
information, see Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly (on page 88).
Expand/Collapse - Expands or collapses the pipe supports in the project.
Properties - Displays the Properties for the project.
After adding a new pipe support, right-click the pipe support to get the following options:
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- Moves the selected item one position higher in the assembly sequence.
- Moves the selected item one position lower in the assembly sequence.
Attachment Type - Specifies the attachment for the pipe support. Attachment Type indicates
how the support is attached in the drawing.
Pipe - Specifies that the support is a pipe support. The attachment for a pipe support can be
changed.
Elbow - Specifies that the support is an elbow support. The attachment for a pipe support
can be changed.
Tee - Specifies that the support is an elbow support. The attachment for a pipe support can
be changed.
CAESAR II Type - Specifies the restraint type of the support for use in CAESAR II pipe stress
analysis.
BOM:
Sort - Locates a component item in the bill of material schedule. Type the needed value.
Type 0 to place the item first in the schedule. Type 999 to place the item last. If the same
sort numbers are used for different components, they are placed in alphabetical order.
Type - Specifies the type of bill of material item. Select Fabrication, Erection, Offshore, or
Misc.
General - Specifies general information about the pipe support such as the Name and Size
Range.
Name - Specifies the name of the support. This name displays in the CADWorx Support
Modeler palette. You can rename the support assembly here or, by clicking it in Pipe
Support Assembly, and then typing a new name.
Isolation Options:
Use next larger size if exact size is not available - Specifies that if the calculated support
is not available in the data file, the next larger size support is selected.
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SKEY - Specifies the SKEY value ISOGEN uses for an isometric drawing. If you do not
specify an SKEY value, ISOGEN uses SKID as the default SKEY value when you insert a
support in the drawing. For more information, see SKEY Information in the CADWorx Plant
Users Guide.
Identifier - Specifies the identifier value ISOGEN uses for an isometric drawing. For more
information, see SKEY Information in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Message Type - Specifies the format of text displayed with the support.
Detail Sketch - Specifies a .DWG AutoCAD file containing details about the support. Select
the file from the Select detail sketch file dialog box.
Description:
Long - Describes the component. This description is used in the bill of materials.
Part Number - Specifies the part number information of the pipe support component.
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Use the Move Up or Move Down arrows to rearrange the order of the parts as
they display in the drawing in the Components Selected box.
4. Change the CAESAR II Type as needed.
5. Change the Sort for the bill of materials, if needed.
6. Change the Type for the bill of materials, if needed.
7. Update the name of the pipe support in the Name box if needed.
8. Select the Size Range list, and then select sizes to add to or clear from the list.
9. Select or clear the Insulation Options as needed.
10. Change the identifier for ISOGEN in the Identifier box, if needed.
11. Change the SKEY for the ISOGEN, if needed.
12. Select a Message Type, if needed.
13. Type a message text to appear for the pipe support.
14. Select a Detail Sketch, by selecting the ellipsis.
15. Update the long description in the Long box.
16. Update the short description in the Short box.
17. Update the tag in the Tag box.
18. Update the part number in the Part Number box.
19. Update the notes in the Notes box.
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Properties
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Properties
Displays the properties of the specific data you have selected in the project. You can use the
Properties view to change the aspects of a specification, project, catalog, or catalog table file.
Selecting the Fields ellipsis or double clicking Custom Data brings up the New Field or Edit
Field dialog box. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You can also
access the Long Desc Format Setup, Short Desc Format Setup, Tag Format Setup, Part
Number Format Setup, Layer Manager, Material Assignment Setup, and Schedule
Assignment Setup and make changes. Different types of available options vary by component.
Some components have available options that others do not have. You can find the property
explanations in the Appendix.
See Also
Property Descriptions (on page 104)
Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99)
Layer Manager Dialog Box (on page 102)
Matching End Type Table Dialog Box (on page 103)
Material Assignment Setup (on page 103)
Schedule Assignment Setup (on page 103)
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Component Tables - Lists the format types available for component tables in Table Fields.
Material Tables - Lists the format types available for material tables in Table Fields.
Size Tables - Lists the format types available for size tables in Table Fields.
Schedule Tables - Lists the format types available for schedule tables in Table Fields.
DBCode Tables - Lists the format types available for database code tables in Table Fields.
IndexCode Table - Lists the format types available for index codes tables in Table Fields.
Thickness Tables - Lists the format types available for thickness tables in Table Fields.
This table is not available in Part Number Format.
EndType Tables - Lists the format types available for end type tables in Table Fields.
Spec Tables - Lists the format types available for spec tables in Table Fields. This table is
not available in Part Number Format.
End Prep Tables - Lists the format types available for the end prep tables in the Table
Fields. This format contains the END_PREP_PTN schema. Select the END_PREP_PTN
schema to add the PTN value from the end preparation table to your descriptions. You must
select an End Prep Table Name in the specification Properties for the end preparation part
number to display correctly. Then, set the PartDescriptionCat variable and the Apply Pipe
End Prep Rule in CADWorx Plant for the END_PREP_PTN to display in your model. For
more information, see PartDescriptionCat and Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide. To add an end preparation table, see End Prep Table (on page 46).
Table Fields - Lists the formats for the chosen table, and enables you to add the table field to
the format.
The DEFINED COMPTYPE in the Component Types view affects the
COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field. Changing the value in the DEFINED COMPTYPE box
changes the descriptions using COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL. The software reads the DEFINED
COMPTYPE you specified for the component. The software then displays the new DEFINED
COMPTYPE value as the description when using the COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field
schema. For more information, see Component Types (on page 63).
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If you want to remove a format, select it, and then press DELETE.
8. To edit the format appearance, select the format in the <Description Type> Format box,
and then change the format in the Format box.
9. Click OK when finished.
You can export the format for use in other specifications.
10. Click File > Save to save changes to the project.
The <Description Type> Format dialog boxes can also be accessed using the Add
Specification command from the Home tab in the Specification panel.
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Delete Layer
Layer Name - Specifies the name of the created layer. The layer name is a default, such as
New1, when first created. Select a layer name, then type the new name in the box to change
any Layer Name.
Layer Color - Specifies the color of the created layer. Select a Layer Color to display a list and
change the layer color. The default color is 1- Red. Select 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black from the list, or type 1 through 255 to specify
other colors. You cannot use 0 - ByLayer. If you type 0, you receive the following message box:
Invalid Color. Color must be 1 - 255. Click OK to return to the Layer Manager dialog box.
Use the up
or down
1. Open an existing project or create a new project. The Layer Manager dialog box can be
opened in both places. If creating a new project, skip to the second part of step 3.
2. Click the View tab, and then select Properties in the Display panel.
3. Click the Layer Manager box in the Properties window, and then click the Layer Manager
ellipsis.
OR
Click Layer Manager in the New Project window when creating a new project.
The Layer Manager dialog box displays.
4. Click New Layer
You can add as many layers as you want at the same time by repeatedly clicking New
Layer
.
Use the up
If you want to remove a format from Layer Manager, select it by clicking to the left of the
or down
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APPENDIX A
Property Descriptions
This appendix contains all the property descriptions available in CADWorx Spec Editor.
In This Appendix
Project Properties .......................................................................... 104
Pipe Support Assembly Properties ................................................ 106
Catalog Properties ......................................................................... 107
Project Properties
Project Name - Specifies the name of the project. There are no restrictions to naming
conventions.
Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in the
catalog or by selecting a different base catalog.
Catalog Path - Specifies the folder location of the base catalog. You can change the base
catalog by using the Catalog Path ellipsis.
DBCode Table Name - Specifies the name of the database code table from the base catalog.
Long Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the long description attached to the
components.
Short Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the short description format attached
to the components.
Tag Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the tag format attached to the components.
Part Number Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the part number attached to the
components.
For more on the <Description Type> Format Setups, see Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).
BOM Type - Specifies the bill of material type associated with the project. This can be changed
by click the name of the BOM Type, and using the list that appears.
Layer Manager - Specifies the layers associated with a project and displays the Layer
Manager dialog box. For more information, see Layer Manager Dialog Box (on page 102).
Match End Type - Displays the Matching End Type Table dialog box. You can match end
types with other end types for use in CADWorx. For more information, see Matching End Type
Table Dialog Box (on page 103).
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the project. Change as needed.
Custom Data - Add custom data to the project. For more information see, New Field Dialog Box
(on page 60).
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Property Descriptions
Specification Properties
Specification Name - Specifies the name of the specification being worked in. This can be
edited.
Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in the
catalog or by selecting a different base catalog.
Catalog Path - Specifies the folder location of the base catalog. You can change the base
catalog by using the Catalog Path ellipsis.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this specification. This cannot be edited.
Size Table Name - Specifies the current size table being used by the specification. This cannot
be edited.
DBCode Table Name - Specifies the name of the database code table from the base catalog.
Thickness Table Name - Specifies the current thickness table being used by the specification.
To update this value with available or newly created thickness tables, click the name of the first
table, and then select the new table from the list. For more information, see Thickness Table (on
page 36).
Material Table Name - Specifies the current material table being used by the specification. To
update this value with available or newly created material tables, click the name of the first table,
and select the new table from the list. For more information, see Material Table (on page 33).
Bolt Diameter Table Name - Specifies the current bolt diameter table assigned to the
specification. To update this value with available or newly created bolt diameter tables, click the
name or the blank space, and then select a table from the list. For more information, see Bolt
Diameter Table (on page 27).
Bolt Length Table Name - Specifies the current bolt length table assigned to the specification.
To update this value with available or newly created bolt length tables, click the name or the
blank space, and then select a table from the list. For more information, see Bolt Length Table
(on page 30).
End Prep Table Name - Specifies the current end prep table assigned to the specification. To
update this value with available or newly created end prep tables, click the name or the blank
space, and then select a table from the list. For more information, see End Prep Table (on page
46).
Weight Factor - Specifies the weight of the component. This can be edited.
Component Class - Specifies the classification of the components in the specification.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the temperature rating a component can handle.
Pressure Rating - Specifies the pressure rating a component can handle.
Layer Name - Specifies the numerical value of the layer spec.
AutoCAD Color Index [0-255] - Specifies the color appearance of the components when using
this specification to draw. Select 0 - ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black, from the list or type 0 through 255 to specify other colors.
Long Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the long description attached to the
components.
Short Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the short description format attached
to the components.
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Property Descriptions
Tag Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the tag format attached to the components.
Part Number Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the part number attached to the
components.
For more on the <Description Type> Format Setups, see Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).
Limit Spec Size Range To - Specifies the size limit for components within this specification.
This can be edited. You must select newly added sizes in the Limit Spec Size Range To list.
Otherwise, the software does not display the sizes in the Size Range list on the New and Edit
Component Pane (on page 67).
Material Assignment Setup - Specifies material numbers for specific components. For more
information, see Material Assignment Setup (on page 103).
Schedule Assignment Setup - Specifies the schedule values for specific sizes based on the
schedule table. For more information, see Schedule Assignment Setup (on page 103).
Default Flange Type - Specifies the default flange type for the specification. This can be edited.
Reducing Component Selection - Specifies the reduction size setting. There are three options:
Use Reduction Size - Uses the reduction size for the component.
Use Main Size - Uses the main size for the component
Use Larger Wall Thickness - Uses a larger wall thickness for the component.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Spec Description - Specifies the description of the spec. This can be changed.
Custom Data - Add custom data to the specification. For more information see, New Field
Dialog Box (on page 60).
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Catalog Properties
Name - Specifies the name of the catalog being worked in. You can edit this property.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this catalog. You can edit this property.
Base Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in
Catalog or by selecting a different base catalog.
Catalog Path - Specifies the folder location of the base catalog. You can change the base
catalog by using the Catalog Path ellipsis.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Catalog Description - Specifies the description of the catalog. You can edit this property.
Each of the tables in the catalog has its own properties.
For more information, see the following topics:
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Property Descriptions
Fields
NOM - Nominal Pipe Size - The nominal sizes of the pipe.
OD - Outside Diameter - The diameter of the pipe.
DESCRIPTION - Description - The description of the pipe size.
PTN - Part Number - The part number assigned to the size.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
Fields
DIAMETER - Diameter - Specifies the diameters of each bolt.
DESCRIPTION - Description - Specifies the description of the bolt diameter.
PTN - Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the bolt diameter.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
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Property Descriptions
Fields
LENGTH - Length - The lengths of each bolt.
DESCRIPTION - Description - The description of the bolt length.
PTN - Part Number - The part number assigned to the bolt length.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
Fields
SPEC - Material Specification - Value that specifies the material spec.
GRADE - Grade - Value that specifies the grade of the material.
COMPOSITION - Composition - Value that specifies the composition of the material.
COMPTYPES - Component Types - The type of component the material type is associated with.
Use the list to add component types.
DENSITY - Density - Value that specifies the density of the material.
PTN - Part Number - The part number associated with a particular value of material.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
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Fields
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Property Descriptions
Fields
NOM - Nominal Pipe Size - The size of the component from the size table.
Schedule types - The values in this area are schedule table values associated with the thickness
table. They represent the weight and thickness of the component.
Fields
MAINSIZE - Main size - Specifies the main sizes used for that end type.
OAL - Overall length - Specifies the overall length used for that end type.
FACELEN - face length - Specifies the face length of that end type.
CFD - connection face diameter - Specifies the connection face diameter for that end type.
FFD - face face diameter - Specifies the face face diameter for that end type.
CHD - connection hub diameter - Specifies the connection hub diameter for that end type.
FHD - face hub diameter - Specifies the face hub diameter for that end type.
PENGLEN - pipe engagement length - Specifies the pipe engagement length for that end type.
CPENGD - connection pipe engagement diameter - Specifies the connection pipe engagement
diameter for that end type.
FPENGD - face pipe engagement diameter - Specifies the face pipe engagement diameter for
that end type.
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Property Descriptions
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Flanged
1. OAL
2. CPENGD =
FPENGD
3. PENGLEN
4. PID
5. FHD
H, I, Q, and Tri-Clamps
1. FFD
2. FACELEN
3. PID
4. CFD
Socket Engagement
Specific Engagement
1. PID
2. OAL
3. FHD
1. CFD
2. FACELEN
3. PID
4. FFD
1. OAL
2. PID
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Property Descriptions
Threaded and Socket Weld
Threaded Engagement
1. OAL
2. FHD
3. CPENGD
= FPENGD
4. PENGLEN
5. PID
1. PENGLEN
2. OAL
3. PID
Category Properties
List of Categories
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Property Descriptions
ETS
ETS or Bitwise End Type Placement Control is common to most but not all data tables. ETS
controls the end type display.
ETS Description
In the 2012 legacy program, flanged components such as 45FL, 90FL, CONFL, ECCFL, PIPFL,
TEEFL, and YFL use the FLGS variable to control displaying of endtype at the ends. This
variable is a bitwise flag (0, 1, 2) and depends on the numbered connections of the
component, as shown in the graphic below.
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In the 2013 and later systems, the data tables also have an ETS variable (Endtype bitwise flag)
to control display endtypes. This is similar to the legacy FLGS variable, as shown in the graphic
below.
When importing, the FLGS variable converts to the ETS variable. Otherwise, a default value is
set that depends on the number connection of components. For example: the value is 1 for
CAPS and 15 for CROSSES.
Flanged pipes use special components. PIPFL is a special endtype component, and PIPFL2 is a
flanged component. In 2D single mode, the components have different shapes.
The ETS of PIPFL is a design value of 100, 101, 102, or 103, such as ETS = 103.
Caps
Specifies the caps properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Caps to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to Cap or Plug.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties specified. If a property is not
listed for a component, then that component does not use the property.
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Property Descriptions
Default EndType Data Table Setup
Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option is
set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
HUBOD - Hub Outside Diameter - Specifies the diameter value for the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Cap
Plug
1. LEN
1. LEN
2.MAINSIZE
2. HUBOD
3. HUBOD
3. REDSIZE
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Property Descriptions
Couplings
Specifies the couplings properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Couplings to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a coupling component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction
property is only available on reducing components.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
HUBOD - Hub Outside Diameter - Specifies the diameter value for the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
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Property Descriptions
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Coupling
Coupling Reducing
1. MAINSIZE
1. MAINSIZE
2. LEN
2. LEN
3. HUBOD
3. REDSIZE
Coupling Half
Coupling Nut
1. MAINSIZE
2. LEN
3. HUBOD
1. HUBOD
2. LEN
Crosses
Specifies the crosses properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Crosses to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a cross component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
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Property Descriptions
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction
property is only available on reducing components.
CENEND1 - Center to Branch 1 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
CENEND2 - Center to Branch 2 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
CENEND3 - Center to Branch 3 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
CENEND4 - Center to Branch 4 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Cross
Cross Reducing
1. CENEND1
1. CENEND1
2. CENEND2
2. CENEND2
3. CENEND3
3. CENEND3
4. CENEND4
4. CENEND4
5. MAINSIZE
5. MAINSIZE
6. REDSIZE
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Property Descriptions
Elbows
Specifies the elbow properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Elbows to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to an elbow component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction
property is only available on reducing components.
RAD - Radius - Specifies the radius of the elbow. The type of the elbow is determined by the
size of the Radius. For a long-radius elbow, RAD is greater than 1.5 * MAINSIZE. For a shortradius elbow, RAD is less than MAINSIZE. The RAD formula that you use should be the same
for each row in the RAD column. If they are different, then the software determines the elbow
type by the majority (more than 60% of the RAD boxes containing the same formula) of the
formulas that you have entered.
ANG - Angle - Specifies the angle of the elbow.
SEGS - Number of Segments - Specifies the number of segments on a Mitered Elbow. SEGS is
only available on a Mitered Elbow.
STLEN - Start Tangent Length - Specifies a tangent length.
ETLEN - End Tangent Length - Specifies a tangent length.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
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Property Descriptions
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Elbow (180_BW, 45L_BW,
90L_BW)
Elbow (90L_SR_BW,
180_SR_BW)
1.
MAINSIZE
1. ANG
2. MAINSIZE
2. RAD
Elbow (45L_SW/TR,
90L_SW/TR)
3. RAD
Reducing Elbow
1. RAD
1. REDSIZE
2.
MAINSIZE
2. RAD
3. MAINSIZE
3. STLEN
4. ETLEN
Street Elbow
Mitered Elbow
1. RAD
1. MAINSIZE
2.
MAINSIZE
2. RADIUS
3. ETLEN
4. ANGLE
5. STLEN
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Property Descriptions
Flanges
Specifies the flanges properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Flanges to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a flange component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction
property is only available on reducing components.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
FLGTHK - Flange Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the flange.
FLGDIA - Flange Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the flange.
HDLE - HUB Diameter Large End - Specifies the diameter of the large end of the flange.
HDSE - HUB Diameter Small End - Specifies the diameter of the small end of the flange.
PENG - Pipe Engagement - Specifies the value of the pipe engagement.
PSB - Pipe Set Back - Specifies the value of the pipe set back for the flange.
LJLEN - Lap Joint Length - Specifies the lab joint length for the flange.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
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Property Descriptions
Enhancement
RFD - Raised Face Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the raised face.
RFLEN - Raised Face Length - Specifies the length of the raised face.
BHD - Bolt Hole Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt hole.
BCD - Bolt Circle Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt circle.
BHN - Bolt Hole Number - Specifies the number of bolt holes.
OTD - Orifice Tap Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the orifice tab.
OTA - Orifice Tap Angle - Specifies the angle of the orifice tab.
OTN - Orifice Tap Number - Specifies the value attached to that specific orifice tab.
PID - Pipe Inside Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the inside of the pipe.
RF - Fillet Radius - Specifies the radius of the fillet.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Flange Blind
Flange Lap Joint
1. BHD
1. HDLE=HDSE
2. RFLEN
2. PID
3 and 4.
3. FLGTHK
FLGTHK =
4. RFLEN
LEN,
5. RFD
5. RFD
6. BCD
6. BCD
7. FLGDIA
7. FLGDIA
8. LEN
9. BHD
1. HDLE
2. HDSE
3. PID
4. FLGTHK
5. RFLEN
6. RFD
7. BCD
8. FLGDIA
9. LEN
10. BHD
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Flange Reducing Slip On
1. HDLE
2. HDSE
3. PENG
4. PSB
5. FLGTHK
6. RFLEN
7. PID
8. RFD
9. BCD
10. FLGDIA
11. LEN
12. BHD
Flange Slip On
1. HDLE
2. HDSE
3. PID
4. FLGTHK
5. RFLEN
6. RFD
7. BCD
8. FLGDIA
9. LEN
10. BHD
1. HDLE
2. HDSE
3. PENG
4. PSB
5. FLGTHK
6. RFLEN
7. PID
8. RFD
9. BCD
10. FLGDIA
11. LEN
12. BHD
Flange Threaded
1. HDLE
2. HDSE
3. PENG
4. PSB
5. LEN
6. PID
7. RFD
8. BCD
9. FLGDIA
10. RFLEN
11. FLGTHK
12. BHD
1. HDLE =
HDSE
2. MAINSIZE
3. LEN
4. RFD
5. BCD
6. FLGDIA
7. RFLEN
8. FLGTHK
9. BHD
Stub
1. HDLE
2. HDSE
3. PIPETHK
4. FLGTHK
5. FLGDIA
6. LEN
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Property Descriptions
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds
Specifies the gasket, bolt, and weld properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Gaskets/Bolds/Welds to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a weld, gasket, or bolt.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Gaskets
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
FLGOD - Flange Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of a flange for a gasket.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of a gasket.
RNO - Ring Number - Specifies the ring number of a gasket.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
INSIDEDIAMETER - Inside Diameter - Specifies the inside diameter of the gasket.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Gasket
1. MAINSIZE
2. THCK
3. FLGOD
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Property Descriptions
Bolts
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
NOSET - Number of bolts in set - Specifies the amount of bolts for a set of flanges or
connections.
DIA - Bolt Diameter - Specifies the diameter of a bolt.
LEN - Length - Specifies the length of a bolt.
TYPE - Bolt Type - Specifies the bolt type.
NUTCNT - Nut Count - Specifies the number of nuts per bolt.
NUTTHK - Nut Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the nut associated with the bolt.
EXT - Bolt Extension - Specifies the extension of the bolt.
TOL - Tolerance - Specifies the tolerance of the bolt and used to round the bolt length after
calculation.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
If the bolt Weight equals 0.0 in the Stud Bolts data table, the software calculates the weight
using the Density value from the Material Table and the AutoCAD solid volume of the whole
set of bolts.
If the bolt Weight is greater than 0.0 for flange-to-flange components, then the software
assigns the weight to the bolt set without performing any other calculations. However,
when there is a component between the flanges, such as a bleed ring, the software
uses the Density and solid volume calculation.
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Property Descriptions
Bolt Length Calculation
Bolt Type =1:
1 - Thread
2 - Nut
3 - Runout
4 - Shank
5 - Radius
6 - Head
7 - Thread Length
8 - Grip Length
9 - Nominal Length
Bolt Type = 2: with bolt extension
1 - Nuts
2 - Thread
3 - Nominal
Length
4 - Bolt Extension
Nut Count
Nut count = 1, Washer count = 0
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Property Descriptions
Bolt Length Formula
Bolt Type = 1:
BOLT LEN = Round (X + Nut Count * Nut Thickness + Bolt extension + Number Washer *
Washer Thickness)
Bolt Type = 2:
BOLT LEN = Round (X + Nut Count * Nut Thickness + 2 * Bolt extension + Number Washer *
Washer Thickness)
The bolt length = maximum of (BOLT LEN, Length in the data table).
Where X is:
0 - No rounding is performed.
1 - Rounds the value up to the nearest multiple of the value specified in Tolerance.
2 - Rounds the value down to the nearest multiple of the value specified in Tolerance.
3 - Rounds the value up or down to the nearest multiple of the value specified in Tolerance.
If the bolt Weight equals 0.0 in the Stud Bolts data table, the software calculates the weight
using the Density value from the Material Table and the AutoCAD solid volume of the whole
set of bolts.
If the bolt Weight is greater than 0.0 for flange-to-flange components, then the software assigns
the weight to the bolt set without performing any other calculations. However, when there is a
component between the flanges, such as a bleed ring, the software uses the Density and solid
volume calculation.
Bolt Flanges
Two flange components are required, with optional gaskets and components.
Components in the middle must have a wafer end type on both ends. Two components are
allowed.
1 - Bleed ring
2 - Spectacle
blind
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Property Descriptions
Welds
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of a weld.
TYPE - Type - Specifies the type of weld.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
PENETRATION - Penetration - Specifies the penetration value of the weld.
REINFORCEMENTOUTSIDE - Reinforcement Outside - Specifies the outside reinforcement of
the weld.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Weld
1. Thickness
Laterals
Specifies the laterals properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Laterals to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a lateral component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
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Property Descriptions
Default EndType Data Table Setup
Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option is
set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
Branch1 - Specifies the branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction
option is only available on reducing components.
CSEND - Center to Small End - Specifies the small center end.
CLEND - Center to Large End - Specifies the large center end.
CBRH - Center to Branch - Specifies the center branch.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Lateral
Lateral Reducing
1. CBRH
1. CBRH
2.
2. REDSIZE
MAINSIZE
3.
3. CSEND
MAINSIZE
4. CLEND
4. CLEND
5. CSEND
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Property Descriptions
O-Lets
Specifies the o-lets properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to O-Lets to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to an o-let component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
PSA - Pipe Sizes Allowed - Specifies the pipe size allowed for the O-let.
HUBOD - HUB Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the O-let.
PROJ - Outside Projection - Specifies the projection from the outer point.
OLETANGLE - Olet Angle - Specifies the angle of the O-let.
PENG - Pipe Engagement - Specifies the pipe engagement of the O-let.
PSB - Pipe Set Back - Specifies the set back of the pipe from the end point.
POD - Pipe Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the pipe.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
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Property Descriptions
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Elbow-O-Let
Nip-O-Let
1. HUBOD
1. PROJ
2. PROJ
2. SOCTHR
3. HUBOD
4. PSA
O-Let
Lateral-O-Let
Pipe
Specifies the pipe properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Pipe to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a pipe component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
MINLEN - Optional Minimum Pipe Length - Specifies the optional minimum lengths for the
component.
MAXLEN - Optional Maximum Pipe Length - Specifies the optional maximum lengths for the
component.
THRDCL - Threaded close length - Specifies the length of a threaded close for a nipple.
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Property Descriptions
SOCCL - Socket close length - Specifies the length of a socket close for a nipple.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Pipe
1. MAXLEN
2. MINLEN
3. MAINSIZE
Nipple
PipeSupport
Specifies the pipe support properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to PipeSupport to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to pipe support.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties specified. If a property is not
listed for a pipe support, then that support does not use the property. In the list below, some
descriptions contain specific support names because they are only available with those
supports.
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Property Descriptions
Show Optional - Specifies how the variable length can be selected in the Pipe Support Data
dialog box. This property appears under the Component Table list, but is unique to the
PipeSupport data table. For more information on the Pipe Support Data dialog box, see
Support Modeler Palette in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
0 - Specifies that the components in the Pipe Support Data dialog box use the default data
in the Data Table.
1 - Specifies that you can select specific sizes for the components of a pipe support in the
Pipe Support Data dialog box. The sizes listed are based on the size of the support already
selected. If duplicate sizes are available, they are listed here. Click the ellipsis under Data
Table to make this selection.
2 - Specifies that you can select all sizes for the components of a pipe support in the Pipe
Support Data dialog box. All sizes for parts available in the data table are listed when this
option is selected. Click the ellipsis under Data Table to make this selection.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
MAXPIPEOD - Max Pipe Outside Diameter - Specifies the maximum outside diameter for a pipe
resting on a support. This is only available for the Clevis Hanger V Bottom.
LENGTH1 - Length1 - Specifies length one of the pipe support.
LENGTH2 - Length2 - Specifies length two of the pipe support.
BOLTOD - Bolt OD - Specifies the outside diameter of the bolt on the Ubolt support.
LEGLENGTH - Leg Length - Specifies the leg length on the Ubolt support.
EXTENSION - Extension - Specifies the extension of the strap.
DROP - Drop - Specifies the drop of the pipe support.
GAP - Gap - Specifies the gap of the pipe support.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the pipe support.
WIDTH - Width - Specifies the width of the horizontal pipe clamp.
NUMBEROFBOLT1 - Number Of Bolt1 - Specifies the value of bolt one on the pipe clamps.
BOLTDIAMETER1 - Bolt1 Diameter - Specifies the diameter of bolt one on the horizontal pipe
clamp.
BOLTLENGTH1 - Bolt1 Length - Specifies the length of bolt one on the horizontal pipe clamp.
NUMBEROFBOLT2 - Number Of Bolt2 - Specifies the value of bolt two on the pipe clamps.
BOLTDIAMETER2 - Bolt2 Diameter - Specifies the diameter of bolt one on the horizontal pipe
clamp.
BOLTLENGTH2 - Bolt2 Length - Specifies the length of bolt one on the horizontal pipe clamp.
BOLTSET - Bolt Set - Specifies the value for the bolt set on the horizontal pipe clamp.
SUBDIRECTORY - Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the support is located. This is
only available in the Custom category.
DWGNAME - Drawing Name - Specifies the drawing name of the support.
SCALE - Scale - Specifies the scale of the pipe support.
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Property Descriptions
ROTATION - Rotation - Specifies the direction of the support.
CLAMPWEBTHK - Clamp Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness for the clamp web.
CLAMPDEPTH - Clamp Depth - Specifies the depth of the beam clamp.
CLAMPTHK - Clamp Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam clamp.
CLAMPWIDTH - Clamp Width - Specifies the width of the beam clamp.
BEAMFLGWIDTH - Beam FLG Width - Specifies the width of the beam flange.
BEAMFLGTHK - Beam FLG Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam flange.
BEAMWEBTHK - Beam Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam web.
LFB - Length From Bottom - Specifies the length from the bottom of the clevis hanger types.
LFC - Length From Center - Specifies the length from the center of the clevis and swivel ring
hanger types.
UPPERTHK - Upper Thickness - Specifies the upper thickness of the clevis hanger types.
UPPERWIDTH - Upper Width - Specifies the upper width of the clevis hanger types.
LOWERTHK - Lower Thickness - Specifies the lower thickness of the clevis hanger types.
LOWERWIDTH - Lower Width - Specifies the lower width of the clevis hanger types.
UPPERLENGTH - Upper Length - Specifies the upper length of the clevis and swivel ring
hanger types.
UPPERHEIGHT - Upper Height - Specifies the upper height of the clevis hanger types.
NUMBEROFBOLT - Number Of Bolt - Specifies the number of bolts on the support.
BOLTDIAMETER - Bolt Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt on the support.
BOLTLENGTH - Bolt Length - Specifies the length of the bolt on the support.
WEBHEIGHT - Web Height - Specifies the height of the web on the pipe shoe support.
WEBTHK - Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the web on the pipe shoe support.
FLANGETHK - Flange Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the flange on the pipe shoe
support.
FLANGEWIDTH - Flange Width - Specifies the width of the flange on the pipe show support.
DISTANCEWEB Distance Web - Specifies the web distance on the pipe shoe support.
IBHX - Insulation Band Hole X - Specifies the X insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHY - Insulation Band Hole Y - Specifies the Y insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHD - Insulation Band Hole D - Specifies the D insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHTOP - Insulation Band Hole Top - Specifies the top insulation band hole on the pipe shoe
support.
PLATEBW - End Plate Bottom Width - Specifies the width of the bottom end plate on the pipe
shoe support.
PLATETW - End Plate Top Width - Specifies the width of the top end plate on the pipe shoe
support.
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Property Descriptions
PLATEOY - End Plate Offset From Bottom - Specifies the offset from the bottom for the end
plate on the pipe shoe support.
PLATEOX - End Plate Offset From Side - Specifies the offset from the side for the end plate on
the pipe shoe support.
ANGLE - Angle - The angle of the pipe clamp. For 90 degrees create a hanger pipe clamp. For
0 degrees create a horizontal pipe clamp.
SUPPORTOD - Support OD - Specifies the outside diameter of the pipe support.
WALLTHK - Wall Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the pipe support.
LENGTH - Length - Specifies the length of the pipe support.
DIAMETER - Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the rod and spring hanger supports.
WIDTH - Width - Specifies the width of the pipe support.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight of the support.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Custom data for pipe supports only displays in the model if you create it in the Support
Component Properties under the selected pipe support in the Pipe Support Assembly. For
more information, see Support Component Properties (on page 107).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Beam Clamp
Clevis Hanger Flat Top
1. BEAM
1. UPPER WIDTH
FLANGE THK
2. UPPER THK
2. BEAM
3. BOLT
FLANGE
DIAMETER
WIDTH
4. LFB
3. BEAM WEB
5. LOWER THK
THK
6. 3 x BOLT
4. CLAMP
DIAMETER
THK
7.LOWER WIDTH
5.CLAMP
DEPTH
6. CLAMP
WEB THK
7.CLAMP
WIDTH
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Property Descriptions
Clevis Hanger
Custom
1. UPPER WIDTH
2. UPPER
HEIGHT
3. UPPER THK
4. UPPER
LENGTH
5. LFB
6. 3 x BOLT
DIAMETER
7. MAIN SIZE
8. MAX OD
9. BOLT
DIAMETER
10. LOWER THK
11. LOWER
WIDTH
Pipe Clamp
1. WIDTH
2. THK
3. LENGTH1
4. LENGTH2
5. GAP
6. MAIN SIZE
Pipe
Pipe Shoe
1. SUPPORT
OD
2. LENGTH
3. WALL THK
1. LENGTH
2. FLANGE THK
3. WEB THK
4. FLANGE
WIDTH
5. WEB HEIGHT
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Property Descriptions
Plate
Rod
1. WIDTH
2. LENGTH
3. THK
Saddle
1. DIAMETER
2. LENGTH
Spring Hanger
1. WIDTH
2. GAP
3. MAIN SIZE
4. BOLD
DIAMETER
5. THK
Strap
1. LENGTH
2. DIAMETER
UBolt
1. WIDTH
2. UPPER
LENGTH
3. LFC
4. MAIN SIZE
5. THK
1. WIDTH
2. EXTENSION
3. THK
4. LENGTH1
5. LENGTH2
6. GAP
7. MAIN SIZE
1. LEG LENGTH
2. BOLT OD
3. MAIN SIZE
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Property Descriptions
Reducers
Specifies the reducer's properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Reducers to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a reducer component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction
property is only available on reducing components.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
CENOFF - Center Lines Offset - Specifies the offset of the center line.
SESLEN - Small End Straight Length - Specifies the straight length of the small end of the
reducer.
LESLEN - Large End Straight Length - Specifies the straight length of the large end of the
reducer.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
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Property Descriptions
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Bushing
Concentric / Swage
Concentric
1. LEN
1. MAINSIZE
2.
MAINSIZE
2. LESLEN
3. REDSIZE
3. LEN
4. SESLEN
5. REDSIZE
Sanitary
Specifies the sanitary properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Sanitary to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a sanitary component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
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Property Descriptions
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction
property is only available on reducing components.
RAD - Radius - Specifies the radius of the uben.
ANG - Angle - Specifies the angle of the uben.
STLEN - Start Straight Length - Specifies the distance from the start port to the start of the
curve.
ENLEN - End Straight Length - Specifies the distance from the end port to the start of the curve.
PROJ - Side to project branch BRANPROJ - Branch projection - Specifies the distance from the centerline of the bend to the
end of branch projection.
ACTLG - Actuator length - Specifies the length of the actuator.
ACTOD - Actuator outside diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the actuator.
YOKELG - Yoke length - Specifies the length of the yoke for a multi-port.
CENCEN - Center to center ports - Specifies the distance from the center to the center of ports.
CENPORT - Center to port - Specifies the distance from the center to the port.
CENSTEM - Center to stem - Specifies the distance from the center to the stem.
Body Type - Expand for information on Body 1, Body 2, and Body 3.
BODY1 - Body 1 - Specifies the component drawn for body 1 based off the image below. Values
entered can be from 1 to 9.
BODY2 - Body 2 - Specifies the component drawn for body 2 based off the image below. Values
entered can be from 1 to 9.
BODY3 - Body 3 - Specifies the component drawn for body 3 based off the image below. Values
entered can be from 1 to 9.
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Property Descriptions
ANGLE1 - Angle 1 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
ANGLE2 - Angel 2 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
ANGLE3 - Angle 3 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
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Property Descriptions
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
FLGOD - Flange Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of a flange for a bleed ring,
expansion joint, or spectacle blind.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of a gasket or a weld.
CCOAL - Center to Center / Overall Length - Specifies the center to center distance or the
overall length of the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Bleed Ring
Expansion Joint
1. FLGOD
1. THK
2. THK
2. FLGOD
3. CCOAL
4. MAINSIZE
Spectacle Blind
1. FLGOD
2. THK
3. CCOAL
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Property Descriptions
Strainers
Specifies the strainers properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Strainers to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a strainer component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
CENBTM - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the extreme bottom
of the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
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Property Descriptions
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Strainer
1. CENBTM
2. MAINSIZE
Tees
Specifies the tees properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Tees to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a tee component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Tees. The category opens
and you need to click a plus + sign next to a tee group. Next, click the actual data table. Some of
the components do not have some of the following properties. If a property is not listed when
clicking on a particular component that component does not use that particular property.
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Property Descriptions
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduce Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. Only available on
reducing components.
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the distance from the center to the main end.
CEND - Center to End 2 - Specifies the distance from the center to the end end.
CBRH - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the branch end.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Tee
Tee Reducing
1. MAINSIZE
2. CMAIN
3. CEND
4. CBRH
1.
MAINSIZE
2. CMAIN
3. CEND
4. CBRH
5. REDSIZE
Topworks
Specifies the topworks properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Topworks to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a topworks component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
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Property Descriptions
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
OPOR - Operator Outside Radius - Specifies the radius from the center to the outside of the
actuator wheel.
OPTHK - Operator Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the operator wheel.
RESERVED - RESERVED
OPLENGTH - Operator Length - Specifies the length of the operator stem.
HANDLEOR - Handle Bar Outside Radius - Specifies the outside radius of the handle.
HANDLELENGTH - Handle Length - Specifies the length of the handle to operate the valve.
SUBDIRECTORY - Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the topwork is located.
DWGNAME - Drawing Name - Specifies the drawing name of the topwork.
ROTATION - Rotation - Specifies the direction of the topwork.
LEFTOR - Left Outside Radius - Specifies the left outside radius.
LEFTLENGTH - Left Side Length - Specifies the left side length of the topwork. This property is
only on a topwork that has sides.
RIGHTOR - Right Outside Radius - Specifies the right outside radius of the topwork
RIGHTLENGTH - Right Side Length - Specifies the right length side of the topwork. This
property is only on a topwork that has sides.
NODERADIUS - Node Radius - Specifies the radius of the node. This property is only on a
topwork that contains a node.
GEARBT - Gear Bottom to Stem Bottom - Specifies the distance from the top of the stem to the
bottom of the stem.
WHEELBT - Gear Top to Gear Bottom - Specifies the distance from the top of the gear box to
the top of the stem.
WHEELFT - Stem to Wheel Distance - Specifies the distance of the wheel to the stem.
WHEELOR - Wheel Outside Radius - Specifies the outside radius of the wheel.
WHEELLENGTH - Wheel Length - Specifies the length of the wheel.
SPOKENUMBER - Number of Spokes - Specifies the number of spokes on the wheel.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
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Property Descriptions
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Actuator
Gear1
1. OPOR
1. WHEELFT
2. OPOR/2
2. 2*OPTHK
3. MAINSIZE
3. OPTHK
4. OPLENGTH
4. WHEELOR
5. GEARBT
6. WHEELBT
7. OPLENGTH
Gear2
GearActuator
1.
2*NODERADIUS
2. RIGHTLENGTH
3. OPTHK
4. OPLENGTH
5. 2*OPOR
6. LEFTLENGTH
Lever1
1. 2*OPOR
2. OPLENGTH
3. GEARBT
4.
WHEELLENGTH
Lever2
1. HANDLENGHT
2. OPLENGTH
3. 2*OPOR
4. 2*HANDOR
1. HANDLENGHT
2. 2*HANDOR
3. 2*OPOR
4. OPLENGTH
5. OPTHK
Wheel
1. OPOR/5
2. 2*OPTHK
3. OPLENGTH
4. MAINSIZE
5. OPOR
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Property Descriptions
Unions
Specifies the union's properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Unions to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a union component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
NUTCRNS - Nut Crown distance - Specifies the distance of the nut crown.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Union
1. NUTCRNS
2. LEN
3. MAINSIZE
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Property Descriptions
User Shapes
Specifies the user shapes properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to User Shapes to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a user shape component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component.
TYPE - Type - Specifies the type of user shape.
SUBDIRECTORY - Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the user shape is located.
DWG3DSOLID - Drawing Name for 3d Solid mode - Specifies the drawing name given to the
user shape when it was created.
DWG2DDOUBLE - Drawing Name for 2D Double Line mode - Specifies the drawing name given
to the user shape when it was created.
DWG2DSINGLE - Drawing Name for 2D Single Line mode - Specifies the drawing name given
to the user shape when it was created.
CONNPOINT - Connection points - Specifies the value of the user shapes connection points.
REFPOINT - Reference points - Specifies the value of the reference connection points for the
user shape.
CONNDIRECT - Array Connection directions - Specifies the value of the direction for the
connection points of the user shape.
CONNREDUCER - Array Connection reduce flags - Specifies the value for the reducing
connections flags.
CONNENDTYPE - Array Connection endtypes - Specifies the value for the connection points
endtypes.
PROFILEPOINT - Array profile points - Specifies the user shapes profile points if there are any.
DENSITY - Density - Specifies the density of the user shape.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
LENGTH - Length - Specifies the length for the component.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
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Property Descriptions
Valves
Specifies the valves properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Valves to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a valve component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction
property is only available on reducing components.
HUBOD - Hub Outside Diameter - Specifies the diameter value for the component.
ODIN - Outside Diameter Inlet - Specifies the outside diameter of the inlet.
SQ - Square Dimension - Specifies the square dimensions of the valve.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
OAL - Overall length - Specifies the overall length of the component.
ENDPORT - End to port outlet - Specifies the distance from the end to the port outlet.
CENFEMALE - Center to Female End - Specifies the distance from the center to the female
end.
CPRES - Center to pressure end - Specifies the distance from the center to the pressure end.
ODPRES - Outside Diameter Pressure End - Specifies the outside diameter of the pressure
end.
CREL - Center to relief end - Specifies the distance from the center to the relief end.
ODREL - Outside Diameter Relief End - Specifies the outside diameter of the relief end.
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the distance from the center to the main end.
CEND - Center to End 2 - Specifies the distance from the center to the end end.
CBRH - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the branch end.
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Property Descriptions
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
3-Way Valve
4-Way Valve
1. HUBOD
1. HUBOD
2. CMAIN
2. CMAIN
3. CEND
3. CBRH
4. CBRH
Angle Valve
Ball Valve
1. ODPRES
2. CPRES
3. CREL
4. ODREL
Butterfly Valve
Check Valve
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH
1. MAINSIZE
2. LENGTH
3. HUBOD
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH
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Property Descriptions
Control Valve
Diaphragm Valve
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH
Gage Valve
1. MAINSIZE
2.
CENFEMALE
3. OAL
4. HUBOD
Gate Valve
1.
MAINSIZE
2.
ENDPORT
3. OAL
4. SQ
Globe Valve
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH
Needle Valve
1.
MAINSIZE
2. LENGTH
Plug Valve
Relief Valve
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH
1. CPRES
2. ODPRES
3. ODREL
4. CREL
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Property Descriptions
Rotary Valve
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH
Wye Shape
Specifies the wye shape properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Wye Shape to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a wye shape component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the center main to the end of the wye.
CEND - Center to Branch 1 End - Specifies the center of the first branch to the end of the wye.
CBRH - Center to Branch 2 End - Specifies the center of the second branch to the end of the
wye.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
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Property Descriptions
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by doubleclicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are
provided when available.
Wye
1. CBRH
2. CEND
3. CMAIN
4. MAINSIZE
Fields
INDEXCODE - Index Code - Specifies the index code for a specific component. Index codes are
associated with the database code property INDEXCODE. For more information, see DBCode
Tables Properties (on page 156).
DESCRIPTION - Description - The description of the component associated with the index code.
COMPTYPE - Component Type - Specifies the component type associated with the index code.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
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Property Descriptions
Fields
INDEXCODE - Index Code - Specifies the index code associated with the selected database
code table.
DESCRIPTION - Description - Specifies the description of the component associated with the
index code in the INDEXCODE field.
MAINSIZE - Main size - Specifies the main sizes used for the specific index code and
description.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the specific index code and
description.
PTN - Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to a specific index code row. When a
database code is imported, the part numbers that display contain the PTN designation, the index
code, and an ascending numeric value.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
Fields
NAME Specifies the name of the end preparation. The name is an abbreviation of the
description.
DESCRIPTION Specifies the description of the end preparation. The description is the long
description of the name.
PTN Specifies the part number for the end preparation.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
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APPENDIX B
Update History
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2014 SP1:
Software Enhancements
You can now decide if your model receives custom data information using the Attach Field
to Components check box in the New Field dialog box. For more information, see New
Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
O-Let groups are split, so that the long description for each O-Let now reads correctly.
You can now use size table custom data in the long description.
Updated the Component tree view icon in the description format dialog boxes.
LEN_CMP_TBL uses the calculated length of the bolt in the description formats.
You can now import legacy pipe supports from an assembly file or a data file for use in
CADWorx. For more information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File (on
page 52) and Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File (on page 53).
You can now import and export formats in the Long Description Format, Short
Description Format, Tag Format, and Part Number Format dialog boxes. For more
information, see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
You can now enter the Short Description and Tag in the Properties pane for each
component. For more information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
You can now add and view the category PipeSupport. Added the PipeSupport category
property descriptions to the Property Descriptions (on page 104). For more information, see
PipeSupport (on page 133).
Added the Pipe Support Assembly pane to the project file. You can add new pipe support
assemblies and add new pipe support components. For more information, see Pipe Support
Assembly (on page 95), Add Pipe Support Assembly (on page 87), Add Support Component
(on page 95), and Add a new support component (on page 97).
You can now import Smart Plant Reference Data specifications using the Import
Specification From SPRD File option. For more information, see Import Specification From
SPRD File (on page 85).
You can now add a DBCode table in Catalog or import from a file. DBCodes can be
specified when starting a new project, adding a new specification, and adding the DBCode
Table to an existing project. You can change the DBCode table properties in all locations
dealing with DBCodes. For more information, see DBCode Table (on page 44), Import
157
Update History
DBCode Table From File (on page 45), Add DBCode Table (on page 45), DBCode Tables
folder (on page 59), New Project (on page 16), Add Specification (on page 65), Add a new
specification (on page 66), Edit Project Specs features (on page 78), Project Properties (on
page 104), Specification Properties (on page 105), and DBCode Tables Properties (on page
156). All of these topics have been updated or added to the manual.
You can now create an IndexCode table for a Catalog. For more information, see
IndexCode Table (on page 43).
You can now double-click to add formats to the format setup dialog boxes. Part Number
Format has been added to the New and Edit Component pane. For more information, see
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) and Description
Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
You can now define layers using the Layer Manager. For more information, see Layer
Manager Dialog Box (on page 102).
You can now set the end types to match up by using the Matching End Type Table. For
more information, see Matching End Type Table Dialog Box (on page 103).
You can now add custom data throughout the Specification Editor to projects, specifications,
tables, and more using either the Custom Data option or the right-click Add Custom Data
To All Tables option. For more information, see Edit data table features (on page 42) or any
topic with the property Custom Data. All properties are listed in Property Descriptions (on
page 104).
You can now copy components in the components list in a project. For more information,
see Copy (on page 20).
When you import the DAT file using Import By Spec, the DBCode Table and the
IndexCode Table attached to the file display in the Catalog Data. For more information,
see Import By Spec (on page 48).
You can now view and change component types using the Component Types view. For
more information, see Display Panel (on page 58) and Component Types (on page 63).
You can now select Mitered Elbow in Type when creating a data table for Elbows. For
more information, see Elbows (on page 120).
Users Guide
Added all new properties with descriptions to the Property Descriptions (on page 104).
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2013 R2:
Software Enhancements
You can now import AutoCAD Plant 3D catalogs using the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D
Catalog Data option. For more information, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data (on
page 24).
You can now import AutoCAD Plant 3D specifications to a project using the Import
AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data option. For more information, see Import AutoCAD
Plant 3D Specification Data (on page 81).
You can now review catalog data when updating a project from a catalog with the Review
Update option. You can also use the Review Table Links option on the Catalog panel to
review and update. For more information, see Catalog Panel (on page 89), Update From
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Update History
Catalog (on page 89), Review Update (on page 89), Review Table Links (on page 90), and
Review Table Links Dialog Box (on page 90).
You can now review the catalog data between a catalog and its base catalog by selecting
the Review Table Links option in the right-click menu. For more information, see Edit table
features (on page 22) and Review Table Links Dialog Box (on page 90).
You can now setup the short description and tag formats for projects. For more information,
see New Project (on page 16), Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on
page 71), Add single new component to a spec (on page 73), New and Edit Component
Pane (on page 67), Add Multi Component Pane (on page 76), Add multiple new
components to a spec (on page 77), Project Properties (on page 104), and Specification
Properties (on page 105). All of these topics have been updated or added to the manual.
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2013 R1:
Software Enhancements
You can now import AutoPLANT specification and data using the Import AutoPLANT Data
option. For more information, see Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data (on page 23).
You can now export data to an Excel or text document with the Export to Text Excel. For
more information, see Export Data Panel (on page 57) and Export Table To Text Excel (on
page 57).
You now can find and replace text in a project with the Find and Replace option. For more
information, see Editing Panel (on page 92) and Find and Replace (on page 92).
You can now right-click in the Main List View and import legacy catalogs from a spec or data
file, export to text or Excel, or Import AutoPLANT Data. For more information, see Edit
table features (on page 22).
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Index
A
About 18
Add a new bolt diameter table 28
Add a new bolt length table 31
Add a new data table 40
Add a new end prep table 47
Add a new endtype table 38
Add a new material table 33
Add a new schedule table 35
Add a new size table 26
Add a new specification 67
Add a new support component 98
Add a new thickness table 36
Add DBCode Table 45
Add Index Code Table 44
Add MAINSIZE 38
Add Multi Component Pane 77
Add multiple new components to a spec
78
Add New Diameter 29
Add New Length 31
Add New MAINSIZE 38
Add New Size 27
Add new topworks table 42
Add new user shape 41
Add Pipe Support Assembly 88
Add Schedule 35
Add single new component to a spec 74
Add Specification 66
Add Standard Diameter 28
Add Standard EndPrep 47
Add Standard Length 31
Add Standard Size 27
Add Support Component 96
Add Table Panel 21
B
Base Catalog Data 60
Bolt Diameter Table 27
Bolt Diameter Table Properties 109
Bolt Length Table 30
Bolt Length Table Properties 110
C
Caps 116
Catalog Data 55, 58
Catalog Panel 90
Catalog Properties 108
Category Table 39
Clipboard Panel 19
Common Component Properties 115
Component Tables 63
Component Types 63
Copy 20
Couplings 118
Create a new properties field 62
Crosses 119
Cut 21
D
Data Table 39
Data Tables folder 59
Data Tables Properties 114
DBCode Table 44
DBCode Tables folder 60
DBCode Tables Properties 157
Description Format Dialog Boxes 100
Display Panel 58, 95
Display the bolt diameter part number in
CADWorx Plant 29
Display the bolt length part number in
CADWorx Plant 32
E
Edit a field 63
Edit a support component 99
Edit bolt diameter table 29
Edit bolt length table 31
Edit data table features 42
Edit end prep table 48
Edit endtype table 38
Edit material table 34
Edit Project Specs features 79
Edit schedule table 35
Edit size table 27
Edit Table Features 22
Edit thickness table 37
Editing Panel 93
Elbows 121
End Prep Table 46
End Prep Tables Properties 157
End Type Table 37
EndType Tables 63
160
Index
EndType Tables folder 59
EndType Tables Properties 112
Exit Spec Editor 18
Export Data Panel 57, 92
Export Specification To Text Excel 93
Export Table To Text Excel 57
F
File 15
Find and Replace 93
Flanges 123
G
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds 126
K
Keywords 11
L
Laterals 130
Layer Manager Dialog Box 103
Legacy Catalog Data Panel 48
Legacy Specification Panel 92
List Items Dialog Box 62
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes 72
Help 14
Home Catalog Tab 19
Home Project Tab 65
O
O-Lets 132
Open 17
Other Editing Features 21
P
Paste 19
Pipe 133
Pipe Support Assembly 96
Pipe Support Assembly Properties 107
Pipe Support Panel 88
PipeSupport 134
PLANT 3D Size Table Detail Dialog Box
83
Project Catalog Data 95
Project Data 56
Project Properties 105
Project Specs 95
Properties 60, 100
Property Descriptions 105
161
Index
R
Recent Files 18
Reducers 140
Remove Row 21
Review Table Links 91
Review Table Links Dialog Box 91
Review Update 90
S
Sanitary 141
Save 18
Save As 18
Schedule Assignment Setup 104
Schedule Table 34
Schedule Tables folder 59
Schedule Tables Properties 111
Size Table 26
Size Tables folder 59
Size Tables Properties 109
Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint 143
Specification Panel 65
Specification Properties 106
Status Bar 14
Strainers 145
Support Component Properties 108
T
Tees 146
Thickness Table 36
Thickness Tables folder 59
Thickness Tables Properties 112
Topworks 147
Transfer Data Panel 54
U
Undo 21
Unions 150
Update From Catalog 90
Update History 158
User Shapes 151
V
Valves 152
View Catalog Tab 58
View Project Tab 95
162