OpenBridge Modeler

Pipe Strap Connection - Strap tab

Used to set strap shape types and dimensions.





SettingDescription
Dimensions
  • Length – Sets the length of the strap. A positive value determines the length. A negative value is to be read as its absolute value. The default is 175 or 7 depending on the units setting.
    • Match to Plate – When checked, matches strap to the plate length. Disables Length.
  • Width – Sets the width of the strap. A positive value determines the width . A negative value is to be read as its absolute value. The default is 175 or 7 depending on the units setting.
    • Match to Plate – When checked, matches strap width to the support shape size. Disables Width.
  • Plate Gap – Sets the gap between outer surface of the support pipe to the plate (refer to the drawing above). A positive value determines the gap. A negative value is to be read as its absolute value. The default is 0.
  • Construction Gap – Sets the gap between the center of the support pipe to the center of the arc part of the strap. A positive value determines the gap . A negative value is to be read as its absolute value. The default is 0 .
  • Shape Type – Sets the strap type selected from the drop-down list of types of installed shape database. The default is the DIN_RUNDSTAH.
  • Shape Size – Sets the strap size for the current shape type, selected from the drop-down list. The default is the RD16.
Nut/Washer
  • Nut Type – Sets the nut type, selected from the standard bolt database.
  • Nut Size – Sets the nut size, selected from the drop-down list.
  • Nuts – When checked, creates one nut at the one side of the plate. Enables setting washers and both sides.
    • Both – Enabled when Nuts is checked. When checked, creates nuts on both onside and inside of the plate.
  • Washers – When checked, creates one washer at the one side of the plate.
    • Both – Enabled when Whasher and Both(Nuts) are checked. When checked, creates washers on both sides of the plate.