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Cad Wor X Spec Editor Users Guide
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Contents
Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor .......................................................................... 5
Status Bar ............................................................................................................................................... 7
Help ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
File................................................................................................................................................................. 9
New Catalog............................................................................................................................................ 9
New Project ........................................................................................................................................... 10
Open ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Save ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
Save As ................................................................................................................................................. 12
Recent Files .......................................................................................................................................... 12
About ..................................................................................................................................................... 12
Exit Spec Editor..................................................................................................................................... 12
Home Catalog Tab ..................................................................................................................................... 13
Clipboard Panel..................................................................................................................................... 13
Paste............................................................................................................................................... 13
Copy ............................................................................................................................................... 14
Cut .................................................................................................................................................. 14
Other Editing Features .......................................................................................................................... 14
Undo ............................................................................................................................................... 14
Remove Row .................................................................................................................................. 14
Add Table Panel.................................................................................................................................... 15
Edit table features ........................................................................................................................... 15
Size Table ....................................................................................................................................... 16
Material Table ................................................................................................................................. 18
Schedule Table ............................................................................................................................... 19
Thickness Table ............................................................................................................................. 21
EndType Table ............................................................................................................................... 22
Category Table ............................................................................................................................... 24
Data Table ...................................................................................................................................... 25
Legacy Catalog Data Panel .................................................................................................................. 28
Import By Spec ............................................................................................................................... 28
Import From Data File..................................................................................................................... 29
Transfer Data Panel .............................................................................................................................. 31
Catalog Data ................................................................................................................................... 31
Project Data .................................................................................................................................... 32
View Catalog Tab ....................................................................................................................................... 35
Display Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 35
Catalog Data ................................................................................................................................... 35
Base Catalog Data ......................................................................................................................... 37
Properties ....................................................................................................................................... 37
Component Tables ......................................................................................................................... 38
EndType Tables ............................................................................................................................. 38
Contents
Home Project Tab ...................................................................................................................................... 39
Specification Panel ............................................................................................................................... 39
Add Specification ............................................................................................................................ 39
Catalog Panel........................................................................................................................................ 46
Update From Catalog ..................................................................................................................... 46
Legacy Specification Panel ................................................................................................................... 46
Import Legacy Specification ........................................................................................................... 47
View Project Tab ........................................................................................................................................ 49
Display Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 49
Project Specs ................................................................................................................................. 49
Project Catalog Data ...................................................................................................................... 49
Properties ....................................................................................................................................... 50
Appendix Property Descriptions ............................................................................................................. 53
Project Properties.................................................................................................................................. 53
Specification Properties .................................................................................................................. 53
Catalog Properties ................................................................................................................................ 54
Size Tables Properties ................................................................................................................... 55
Material Tables Properties ............................................................................................................. 55
Schedule Tables Properties ........................................................................................................... 56
Thickness Tables Properties .......................................................................................................... 57
EndType Tables Properties ............................................................................................................ 57
Data Table Properties..................................................................................................................... 58
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 75
SECTION 1
The View tab is explained in View Catalog Tab (on page 35).
Project File - Contains the specifications for CADWorx. 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
The View tab is explained in View Project Tab (on page 49).
Status Bar
Located at the bottom of the Spec Editor, displaying the word Ready and whether the caps lock
(CAP), number lock (NUM), and scroll lock (SCRL) are on. 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.
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 9).
New Project - Creates a new project. For more information,
see New Project (on page 10).
Open - Opens previously created projects or catalogs. For
more information, see Open (on page 11).
Save - Saves current project or catalog. For more
information, see Save (on page 11).
Save As - Saves current project or catalog with a new
name. For more information, see Save As (on page 12).
Recent Files - Opens recently opened files. For more
information, see Recent Files (on page 12).
About - Displays information about the Spec Editor. For
more information, see About (on page 12).
Exit Spec Editor - Exits the Spec Editor. For more
information, see Exit Spec Editor (on page 12).
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:
Company Catalog - Builds a catalog for a specific company.
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.
Industry Catalog - Builds a catalog for a specific industry.
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.
File
Units - Specifies the units of measure that are to be used in this catalog. The following unit
options are available:
Metric/Metric - Uses the metric system with metric input.
English/Inch - Uses the imperial system with nominal inch input.
Metric/Inch - Uses the metric system with nominal inch input.
1. Click File > New Catalog
.
The New Catalog dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the catalog in the Name box.
3. Select a catalog type from the Type list: Company Catalog, Global Catalog, or Industry
Catalog.
4. For a company or industry catalog, click the Base Catalog ellipsis, select the necessary
base catalog, and then click OK. For global catalogs, skip to step 5. Global Catalogs are the
base catalog.
5. Type a description of the catalog in the Description box.
6. Define the location to save the new catalog. Click the Location ellipsis, select the necessary
base catalog, and then click OK.
7. Select a unit type from the Units list: English/Inch, Metric/Inch, or Metric/Metric.
The base catalog you select must use the same units you specify in the Units list.
8. Click OK to create the new catalog.
The catalog list is created and displays under Catalog Data on the left side of the spec
editor, in the Main List View.
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.
BOM type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the project. There are four material types:
Fabrication, Erection, Offshore, and Miscellaneous.
Long Desc Format - Specifies the long description format. For more information, see Long
Description Format Dialog Box (on page 50).
Part Number Format - Specifies the part number format. For more information, see Part
Number Format Dialog Box (on page 51).
Description - Specifies the description of the project.
Location - Specifies the folder where this project is saved.
1. Click File > New Project
.
The New Project dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the project in the Name box.
3. Click the Default Catalog ellipsis, select the necessary catalog, and then click Open.
4. Select the Bill of Material from the BOM type list.
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File
5. Click Long Desc Format, edit the description, and then click OK. For more information, see
Long Description Format Dialog Box (on page 50).
6. Click Part Number Format, edit the description, and then click OK. For more information,
see Part Number Format Dialog Box (on page 51).
7. Type a description of the project in the Description box.
8. Define the location to save the new project. Click the Location ellipsis, select the preferred
folder, and then click OK.
9. Click OK to create the project.
The project is created and displays under Project Specs on the left side of the Spec Editor,
in the Main List View.
Open
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Open
Opens an existing project or catalog.
1. Click File > Open
.
2. Select the project or catalog to open, and then click Open.
If prompted to update the project from the base catalog, select Yes or No. Selecting
Yes updates the project from the base catalog. Selecting No does not update the project
from the base catalog. This prompt only happens when you have made a change to the
base catalog.
The project or catalog opens for editing.
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.
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File
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
.
2. Select a file location.
3. Type a file name, and then click Save.
The catalog or project is saved with the new name or new location.
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 13).
Copy - Copies highlighted text from the project or catalog
text areas to the clipboard. For more information, see Copy
(on page 14).
Cut - Cuts highlighted text from the project or catalog text
areas and places it on the clipboard. For more information,
see Cut (on page 14).
Paste
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Paste
Keyboard: CTRL+V
Pastes text into the project or catalog after using Cut (on page 14) or Copy (on page 14).
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 13) to place copied text.
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.
Cut
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Cut
Keyboard: CTRL+X
Cuts highlighted text from the project or catalog. Use Paste (on page 13) 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
right-clicking 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.
Right-click the row to be removed, and then select Remove Row.
Remove Row is only available by right-clicking on a row and is unavailable on the
Clipboard panel.
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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.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
4. Change or accept the Default Part Number.
The Current Units box should already contain the units currently associated with the
open catalog. You should not be able to change the contents of this box.
5. Click OK.
The new size table displays in the Main Table List View with the description you typed at the
top left. The size table is also added to Catalog Data under the Size Tables folder.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
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See Also
Remove Row (on page 14)
Cut (on page 14)
Copy (on page 14)
Paste (on page 13)
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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.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Table
.
The New Material Table dialog box displays.
Type the name of the table in the Name box.
Type the description of the table in the Description box.
Click OK.
The new material table displays in the Main Table List View with the description you typed at
the top left, and is also added to Catalog Data under the Material Tables folder.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
Insert Row
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Insert Row.
An empty box is displayed with the options to enter SPEC, GRADE, COMPOSITION,
COMPTYPES, DENSITY, and PTN.
2. Type the information in each box, pressing the TAB key 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 14)
Cut (on page 14)
Copy (on page 14)
Paste (on page 13)
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 14)
Cut (on page 14)
Copy (on page 14)
Paste (on page 13)
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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.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Thickness Table
.
The Thickness Table dialog box displays.
Type the name of the table in the Name box.
Select the size table from the Size Table list.
Select the schedule table from the Schedule Table list.
Type the description of the table in the Description box.
The new thickness table displays in the Main Table List View with the description you typed
in at the top left. The thickness table is also added to Catalog Data under the Thickness
Tables folder.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
The new table brings in all the nominal sizes from the size table, and the schedule
numbers from the schedule table, emphasizing the thickness of each component according to its
schedule.
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See Also
Cut (on page 14)
Copy (on page 14)
Paste (on page 13)
EndType Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > EndType Table
Adds a new endtype table file to the EndType Tables folder in Catalog Data. The endtype table
records end types data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this command
to create different endtype tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Type - Specifies the end type applied to the table.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the thickness table.
Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.
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5.
6.
7.
8.
Clicking the Size Table ellipsis enables you to select the main size(s) for this endtype
table. Alternatively, use Add MAINSIZE in the Main Table List View.
Type a part number in the Part Number box.
Type the description of the table in the Description box.
Click OK.
The new endtype table displays in the Main Table List View with the description you typed in
at the top left. The endtype table is also added to Catalog Data under the EndType Tables
folder.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
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 are displayed 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 14)
Cut (on page 14)
Copy (on page 14)
Paste (on page 13)
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 36).
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
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Alternatively, right-click Data Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Category
The Add Category dialog box displays.
Click the Category list, and then select a category to add.
Type a description of the category in the Description box.
Click OK.
The new category is added to the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
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 36).
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Type - Specifies the end type applied to the table.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the thickness table.
Default EndType - Specifies the end type for the table.
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.
Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.
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See Also
Add MAINSIZE (on page 23)
Add New MAINSIZE (on page 23)
Component Tables (on page 38)
14.
You can select and clear multiple sizes by clicking the Size Table ellipsis.
Select the Reducing Component check box if you want this to be a reducing component.
Type the user shape folder name in the Usershape Folder box.
Type the part number in the Part Number box.
Type the description of the user shape in the Description box.
Click OK.
The user shape file appears under the User Shape category in the Data Tables folder, and
also to the right of Catalog Data, in the Main Table List View.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
You can now enter information for the specifics of the user shape that you have added to
this specification catalog. For more information, see Add a new data table in CADWorx Spec
Editor User's Guide.
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4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
right-click Topworks in Catalog Data, and then select Add Data Table
.
The New Topworks Table dialog box displays.
Type the name of the new topworks table in the Name box.
Click the Type list, and then select the type.
Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table. Next, click the Size Table ellipsis,
select the sizes to add from the Select Size list, and then click OK.
Enter a description of the table in the Description box.
Click OK.
The new topworks table appears in the Main Table List View with the name of the table in
the upper left corner, and in the Catalog Data under the category you selected in the Data
Tables folder.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Add MAINSIZE (on page 23)
Add New MAINSIZE (on page 23)
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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 specification file.
Topworks Folder - Specifies the location for the topworks file.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for the import.
Data Files - Specifies the imported spec information.
Path - Specifies the path for the legacy spec.
Status - Specifies the status of the imported spec.
Import - Imports the legacy data.
View Log File - Displays the log file for the legacy import.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import By Spec
on the Legacy Catalog Data
panel.
The Import Legacy Data From Spec dialog box displays.
2. Under Source, click the Specification File ellipsis.
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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.
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.
By Column Count - Specifies all the data file types for each source in the Source File box.
By Column Name - Specifies the data files for the source file you have selected.
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. Use Add Files, or Add Folder,
depending on what kind of data you want to import.
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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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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.
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.
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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
next to the small Source box.
The Open dialog box displays.
4. Select a project to copy data from, and then 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 35).
Base Catalog Data - Displays all the information in the base
catalog. For more information, see Base Catalog Data (on
page 37).
Properties - Displays the properties of all the data in the
catalog. For more information, see Properties (on page 37).
Component Tables - Lists all the components by table
name and version. For more information, see Component
Tables (on page 38).
EndType Tables - Lists of all the end types by table name
and version. For more information, see EndType Tables (on
page 38).
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 an existing catalog is opened or a new catalog is made. For more information on
the folders contained in Catalog Data, see the following six topics. Selecting Catalog Data
hides or displays the Catalog Data View.
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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 37). 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 unavailable options vary by component. Some components have
available options that others do not have. They are explained in the Appendix.
See Also
Appendix Property Descriptions (on page 53)
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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.
Component Tables
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Component Table
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.
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SECTION 5
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 39).
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.
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.
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The weight factor accounts for the various margins of the component weight, such as
paint weight, and weld weight.
Type the component class in the Component Class box.
Type the temperature rating in the Temperature Rating box.
Type the pressure rating in the Pressure Rating box.
Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
Use the Available Size list to select or clear sizes.
Click the Thickness Table list, and then select a thickness table.
Click the Thickness Table ellipsis to specify schedules for specific thickness types, using
the Schedule Assignment dialog box that displays. Click OK when finished.
Click the Material Table list, and then select a material table.
Click the Material Table ellipsis to assign material for specific data types, using the Material
Assignment dialog box that displays. Click OK when finished.
Click Long Desc Format. For more information, see Long Description Format Dialog Box
(on page 50).
Click Part Number Format. For more information, see Part Number Format Dialog Box (on
page 51).
Click OK when finished.
Type a layer name in the Layer Name box, or use the default layer name.
Click the Layer Color list, and then select a layer color.
Type your name in the Created By box.
Type a description of the specification in the Description box.
Click OK.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
The new spec appears under the project name in Project Specs.
, when available, to display the Base Catalog Data and obtain more
Component Setup
Group - Specifies the component to add or edit. While editing, this box is disabled.
Type - Specifies the component type for the group selected.
Data Table - Specifies the specific data used for the selected type.
Data Table Update Only - Specifies whether this is an update only. The Data Table Update
Only check box is only available when editing.
Size - Specifies the sizes of the component.
BOM Type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the component.
Layer - Specifies the layer of the component.
Color Index - Specifies the color of the component in a drawing.
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.
EndType
Apply same end-type on all ends - Specifies that the selected component has all the same
end types. Select the Apply same end-type on all ends check box, to apply the same end
types to each component. If the Apply same end-type on all ends check box is selected, the
other three end type options are unavailable.
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. Branch1 is available when the
Apply same end-type on all ends check box is cleared, and the component has three
connection points.
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.
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Topworks
Topworks - Specifies the topworks for the component. Topworks is available only when the
component has topworks.
Rating
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.
Sort Sequence
Sort Sequence - Specifies the location of the item in the bill of material. If the user entered 999,
this component would be placed last in the list. If it was set to 0, it would be placed first. Setting
the same sort numbers to different components in the specification, 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. For more
information, see Component LD Format (on page 44).
Short - Specifies the short description of the component.
Tag - Specifies the tag information of the component.
Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the component.
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Some of the displayed information is the default settings from initial set-up.
If the Edit Component pane is visible instead of the New Component pane, then right-click
the spec component listing, and then select Add. You might need to increase the pane
height if some of the boxes are not visible.
Click the Group list, and then select a group.
Click the Type list, and then select a type.
Click the Data Table list, and then select a data table.
You can view the information you selected by clicking Show Data Table . The
Base Catalog Data displays data tables for each component group. For more information,
see Base Catalog Data (on page 37).
6. Click the Size Range list, and then select or clear the necessary sizes.
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Click the BOM Type list, and then select a Bill of Material or use the default BOM.
Click the Layer Name list, and then select a layer, or use the default layer.
Click the Color Index list, and then select a color, or use the default color.
Select whether or not the component is an optional component, by selecting the Optional
Component check box.
11. Select the Apply same end-type on all ends check box to apply the same end type to the
component.
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The type of component you have selected determines which options are available
under the EndType column.
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a. Click the Start list, and then select a starting end type.
b. Click the End list, and then select an ending end type.
c. Click the Branch1 list, and then select a branch end type.
d. Click the Branch2 list, and then select a second branch end type.
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.
Click the Topworks list, and then select the topworks.
Click the Main list, and then select a main schedule.
Click the Reduction list, and then select a reduction schedule.
Click the Material list, and then select a material type.
Under the Rating section, the software lists default values from when the spec was created.
Change the Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure Rating values as
needed.
The software lists default information for the Sort Sequence. You can change the sort
sequence, which is used for the Bill of Materials.
Under the Description column, the software lists a default type of the component for the
Long and Short description. You can change the long and short description.
Type Tag and Notes information in their respective boxes.
Click Add at the top-right hand side of the New component pane.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
The component is added to the list in the main window.
Branch Tab
The Branch tab sets up the permitted spec components by main and reduction sizes, through a
grid that enables you to choose which sizes use which types of components.
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. The grid can be modified.
The option Apply Branch Table Rule, under Piping Rules in CADWorx Plant
Setup, must be changed to Automatic to apply the branch table settings.
The grid box displays letters, indicating that you have added a component.
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End-Type
Apply same end-type on all ends - Specifies that all selected components have the same end
type. Select the Apply same end-type on all ends check box to apply the same end types to
each component. If the Apply same end-type on all ends check box is selected, the other
three end type options are unavailable.
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. Branch1 is available when the
Apply same end-type on all ends check box is cleared, and the component has three
connection points.
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.
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Remaining options
BOM Type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the component.
Tag - Specifies the tag information of the component.
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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Some of the displayed information is the default settings from initial spec set-up.
Use the Component box to select multiple components, by clicking the check boxes.
Click the Size type list to select or clear sizes. You might need to increase the pane height if
some of the boxes are not visible.
The Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure Rating information are set to
default values. Change these values as needed.
Select the Optional Component check box to make this available as an optional
component.
To apply the same end-type on all ends, select the Apply same end-type on all ends
check box.
The type of component you have selected determines which options are available
under the End-Type column.
OR
a. Click the Start list, and then select a starting end type.
b. Click the End list, and then select an ending type.
c. Click the Branch1 list, and then select a branch end type.
d. Click the Branch2 list, and then select a second branch end type.
Click the Main Schedule list, and then select a main schedule.
Click the Branch Schedule list, and then select a branch schedule.
Click the BOM Type list, and then change the Bill of Material or use the default BOM.
Type Tag and Notes information in their respective boxes.
Click the Color list, and then change the color, or use the default color.
Click the Layer list, and then change the layer, or use the default layer.
Click Add at the top-right hand side of the Add multi component pane.
Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
The components are added to the list in the Main Spec List View.
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Catalog Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog
Enables you to update the project from a catalog.
Update From Catalog - Updates the project from the base
catalog. For more information, see Update From Catalog (on
page 46).
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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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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 49).
Base Catalog Data - Displays all the information in the base
catalog of CADWorx. For more information, see Base
Catalog Data (on page 37).
Project Catalog Data - Displays all the information attached
to the open project. For more information, see Project
Catalog Data (on page 49).
Properties - Displays the properties of all the data in the
project. For more information, see Properties (on page 50).
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 39). Selecting the Project Specs
check box, hides or displays the Project Specs view.
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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 37). You can also
access the Long Desc Format Setup, Part Number Format Setup, Material Assignment
Setup, and Schedule Assignment Setup and make changes. Different types of unavailable
options vary by component. Some components have available options that others do not have.
They are explained in the Appendix.
See Also
Appendix Property Descriptions (on page 53)
Long Description Format Dialog Box (on page 50)
Part Number Format Dialog Box (on page 51)
Material Assignment Setup (on page 52)
Schedule Assignment Setup (on page 52)
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APPENDIX A
In This Appendix
Project Properties .......................................................................... 53
Catalog Properties ......................................................................... 54
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 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.
Long Desc Format Setup - Specifics the appearance of the long description attached to
components. For more information, see Long Description Format Dialog Box (on page 50).
Part Number Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the part number attached to
components. For more information, see Part Number Format Dialog Box (on page 51).
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.
Version - Specifies the Spec Editor version. This cannot be changed.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can type a name in the box.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can type a name in the box.
Description - Specifies the description of the project. Change as needed.
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 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.
Thickness Table Name - Specifies the current thickness table being used by the specification.
Change this with available or newly created Thickness Tables by clicking the name of the old
one and selecting the new one from the list. For more information, see Thickness Table (on
page 21).
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Catalog Properties
Name - Specifies the name of the catalog being worked in. This can be edited.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this catalog. This cannot be edited.
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 Spec Editor version. This cannot be changed.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can type a name in the box.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can type a name in the box.
Catalog Description - Specifies the description of the catalog. Change as needed.
Each of the tables in the catalog has it's own properties.
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Fields
NOM - Nominal Pipe Size - Nominal sizes of the pipe selected when table is built.
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.
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.
DENSITY - Density - Value that specifies the density of the material.
COMPTYPES - Component Types - The type of component the material type is associated with.
Use the list to add component types.
PTN - Part Number - The part number associated with a particular value of material.
Custom Data - Enter new fields to be attached the components via properties.
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Fields
SCH - Schedule - Value specifying the schedule of the thickness for components.
SCHENCWT - Schedule Enhance Weight - This column specifies the schedule used with the
enhanced weight calculation feature. The enhanced weight calculation feature calculates the
weights of components based on the AutoCAD solid geometry (volume of hollow enhanced solid
multiplied by density of component). Some components when manufactured may have larger
wall thickness then the schedule requires. To make the enhanced weight calculation more
accurate, the SCHENCWT can be set to a larger wall thickness schedule. The enhanced weight
calculation feature is activated anytime the WEIGHT column is 0.0 in a data table. The
component drawing mode (2D Double line, 2D Single line, 3D Solid, 3D Enhanced) does NOT
have any effect on the weight calculation. The weight calculation is run in background using a
temporary 3D enhanced AutoCAD solid when using 2D Double line, 2D Single line, or 3D
Solid drawing mode.
The following components weight is based on the AutoCAD Solid geometry when the WEIGHT
column is 0.0 in the component data table:
PIPE
SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
ELBOWS
SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
O_LETS
SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
TEES
SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
CAPS
SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
CROSSES
SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
LATERALS
SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
REDUCERS SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
FLANGES:
The following components weight are ALWAYS based on the Data Table WEIGHT column:
COUPLINGS
GASKETS
BOLTS
WELDS
SANITARY
SPEC_BLIND
BLEED_RING
EXPANSION JOINTS
STRAINERS
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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.
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Category Properties
Name - Specifies the name of the category.
Type - Specifies the type of component contained in the category.
Description - Specifies a description of the category.
List of Categories
Caps (on page 59)
Couplings (on page 59)
Crosses (on page 60)
Elbows (on page 61)
Flanges (on page 61)
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds (on page 62)
Laterals (on page 63)
O-Lets (on page 64)
Pipe (on page 64)
Reducers (on page 65)
Sanitary (on page 66)
Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint (on page 67)
Strainers (on page 68)
Tees (on page 68)
Topworks (on page 69)
Unions (on page 70)
User Shapes (on page 70)
Valves (on page 71)
Wye Shape (on page 72)
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Caps
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Caps. The category opens
and you need to click a plus sign next to Cap or Plug. Next, click the actual data table.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. False = Uses more than
one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type.
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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
has three ends so the bit type placement control would be 7. Side 1 is 1 side 2 is two and side 3
is 4 equaling 7.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 37).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Couplings
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Couplings. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to one of the four coupling groups . Next, click
the actual data table. Some of the couplings 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.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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Crosses
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Crosses. The category
opens and you need to click a plus sign next to a crossing group. Next, click the actual data
table. Some of the crossings 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.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Left EndType - Specifies the left end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Right EndType - Specifies the right end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
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Elbows
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Elbows. The category
open and you need to click a plus + sign next to one of the five elbow groups. 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.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
ANG - Angle - Specifies the angle of the 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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
has three ends so the bit type placement control would be 7. Side 1 is 1 side 2 is two and side 3
is 4 equaling 7.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 37).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Flanges
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Flanges. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to one of the flange groups. 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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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.
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 37).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Gaskets/Bolds/Welds.
The category opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to a weld, gasket, or bolt. 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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Laterals
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Laterals. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to a crossing 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.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Left EndType - Specifies the left end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
has three ends so the bit type placement control would be 7. Side 1 is 1 side 2 is two and side 3
is 4 equaling 7.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 37).
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O-Lets
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to O-Lets. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to an o-let group. Next, click the actual data
table.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
has three ends so the bit type placement control would be 7. Side 1 is 1 side 2 is two and side 3
is 4 equaling 7.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 37).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Pipe
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Pipe. The category opens
and you need to click a plus + sign next to one of the component groups . 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.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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Reducers
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Reducers. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to one of the reducer groups. Next, click the
actual data table. Some of the couplings 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.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
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Sanitary
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Sanitary. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to one of the sanitary groups . Next, click the
actual data table. Some of the couplings do not have some of the following properties, like
reducing or Start EndType. If a property is not listed when clicking on a particular component
that component does not use that particular property.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Left EndType - Specifies the left end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
BODY1 - Body 1 bit wise control - Specifies the amount and location of the end type for each
valve connected to the main line.
BODY2 - Body 2 bit wise control - Specifies the amount and location of the end type for each
valve connected to the main line.
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EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end-type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
has three ends so the bit type placement control would be 7. Side 1 is 1 side 2 is two and side 3
is 4 equaling 7.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 37).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
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Strainers
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Strainers. The category
opens and you need to click the plus + sign next to strainer. Next, click the actual data table.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Left EndType - Specifies the left end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
has three ends so the bit type placement control would be 7. Side 1 is 1 side 2 is two and side 3
is 4 equaling 7.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 37).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Tees
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.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Left EndType - Specifies the left end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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Topworks
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Topworks. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to a topworks group. Next, click the actual data
table. Some of the topworks do not have some of the following properties. If a property is not
listed when clicking on a particular topwork that topwork does not use that particular property.
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.
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Unions
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Unions. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to Union. Then click the actual data table.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. For example, a Tee
has three ends so the bit type placement control would be 7. Side 1 is 1 side 2 is two and side 3
is 4 equaling 7.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 37).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
User Shapes
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to User Shapes. The
category opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to a user shape 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.
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.
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Valves
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Valves. The category
opens, and you need to click a plus + sign next to a valve 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.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Left EndType - Specifies the left end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
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.
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Wye Shape
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Wye Shape. The category
opens and you need to click a plus + sign next to Wye. Next, click the actual data table.
EndType
Use One EndType - Specifies the use of only one end type for the component. If this option is
unavailable, then the component does not deal with singular end types. This can be changed if
available. False = Uses more than one end type. True = Use only one end type.
Start EndType - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
End EndType - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Left EndType - Specifies the left end type associated with that component. This can be
changed.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
CSEND - Center to End 1 - Specifies the center main to the end of the wye.
CLEND - Center to End 2 - Specifies the center to the end of the wye.
CBRH - Center to Branch End - Specifies the center 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.
Placement control is calculated by the end type number for each end port. EXAMPLE: A Tee
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Index
A
About 12
Add a new data table 25
Add a new endtype table 23
Add a new material table 18
Add a new schedule table 19
Add a new size table 16
Add a new specification 40
Add a new thickness table 21
Add MAINSIZE 23
Add Multi Component Pane 44
Add multiple new components to a spec
45
Add New MAINSIZE 23
Add New Size 17
Add new topworks table 27
Add new user shape 26
Add Schedule 20
Add single new component to a spec 42
Add Specification 39
Add Standard Size 17
Add Table Panel 15
Appendix Property Descriptions 53
B
Base Catalog Data 37
C
Caps 59
Catalog Data 31, 35
Catalog Panel 46
Catalog Properties 54
Category Table 24
Clipboard Panel 13
Common Component Properties 58
Component LD Format 44
Component Tables 38
Copy 14
Couplings 59
Create a new properties field 37
Crosses 60
Cut 14
D
Data Table 25
Data Table Properties 58
E
Edit a field 38
Edit data table features 27
Edit endtype table 24
Edit material table 19
Edit schedule table 20
Edit size table 17
Edit table features 15
Edit thickness table 22
Elbows 61
EndType Table 22
EndType Tables 38
EndType Tables folder 36
EndType Tables Properties 57
Exit Spec Editor 12
F
File 9
Flanges 61
G
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds 62
H
Help 8
Home Catalog Tab 13
Home Project Tab 39
I
Import By Spec 28
Import From Data File 29
Import Legacy Specification 47
Insert Row 18
Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and
Specification Editor 5
L
Laterals 63
Legacy Catalog Data Panel 28
Legacy Specification Panel 46
Long Description Format Dialog Box 50
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Index
Tees 68
Thickness Table 21
Thickness Tables folder 36
Thickness Tables Properties 57
Topworks 69
Transfer Data Panel 31
N
New and Edit Component Pane 41
New Catalog 9
New Field Dialog Box 37
New Project 10
O
O-Lets 64
Open 11
Other Editing Features 14
P
Part Number Format Dialog Box 51
Paste 13
Pipe 64
Project Catalog Data 49
Project Data 32
Project Properties 53
Project Specs 49
Properties 37, 50
U
Undo 14
Unions 70
Update From Catalog 46
User Shapes 70
V
Valves 71
View Catalog Tab 35
View Project Tab 49
W
Wye Shape 72
R
Recent Files 12
Reducers 65
Remove Row 14
S
Sanitary 66
Save 11
Save As 12
Schedule Assignment Setup 52
Schedule Table 19
Schedule Tables folder 36
Schedule Tables Properties 56
Size Table 16
Size Tables folder 36
Size Tables Properties 55
Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint 67
Specification Panel 39
Specification Properties 53
Status Bar 7
Strainers 68
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