Domain
Description
Connector Name
pipe
condensation drain
drain
The connector shape is dependent on the specified shape of the part family; however, you can specify the
type, size, and location for each connector based on the part size. The connector type is specified from a list
of predefined types by domain and defines additional connection rules for a part. Examples of connector
types include flange, slip-joint, and glued. The size is a user-defined value and varies by shape. For example,
for a rectangular shape you can define the length and width, whereas for a round shape you can define the
diameter. However, you can specify whether unsized connections are allowed when defining each connector.
The location of a connector can be specified by entering coordinates based on the 3D model of the part or
by picking an insertion point. You must also specify a direction vector, or normal, that sets the direction of
the connector when leaving the part, typically pointing in the direction away from the part size. If you
assign the direction vector correctly, the Compass is aligned when you connect components to the part.
Recommended direction vectors are as follows:
■
positive x direction: 1,0,0
■
positive y direction: 0,1,0
■
positive z direction: 0,0,1
■
negative x direction: -1,0,0
■
negative y direction: 0,-1,0
■
negative z direction: 0,0,-1
For connector faces that are rotated on non-standard planes, specify the connection position using drawing
assistance to snap to the center of the connector face, and specify the direction pointing away from the part.
You can also specify a rotation; however, the rotation typically is specified by default upon insertion.
Property Set Information for a Block-Based Part
For a part family or an individual part size, you can add additional data properties that can be used to help
identify parts during design development or to enhance property set information for scheduling. Using
Content Builder, you add custom parameters that have user-defined attributes, including description, data
storage, data type, units, and visibility. Custom data can be used for properties such as manufacturer, cost,
or even paint color. You can also add parameters by selecting from a list of predefined parameters based on
part type, such as material or gauge. You can store property values as a table or list of values, a constant
value, or a calculated value. For more information, see
on page 82.
You can assign added data parameters to a property set to enhance a schedule. To ensure that the parameter
is recognized, you must use same name for both the data parameter and the property in the property set.
You can add custom properties to any property set in a drawing. You can also create custom property sets
based on new parts you create and the custom data parameters you add to the parts. For more information,
see
on page 587.
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