Place a Route using Duct/Pipe
- Select a place routing component tool; A small segment of duct/pipe appears on the pointer, and the Place Component tool settings dialog appears along with Placement options on ribbon. or .
- (Optional) Change the active part definition to one that is suitable for the route from Family/Part Toolbar .
- on the Placement settings, set the justification to the center-center position.
- Data point to locate the route start point. The free end of the new duct is dynamically attached to the pointer.
- Select the end point/next point for the new duct.
- Change the route's direction by selecting another point that is not inline with the previously selected points. The tool automatically places an elbow joining the last segments placed.
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Reset to complete.
Note: Mechanical discipline AccuDraw Shortcuts are available for use with the placement tools to enhance design precision and productivity.