Column Reinforcing - Vertical Reinforcing tab

As many different types of bars as necessary can be entered, with each type of bar saved as a line in the detail table. As each type of bar is entered, indicate the location(s) of that type of bar by clicking on the bars in the cross section.

Setting	Description
General group	Label – Type a string used to identify the bar. Each label must be unique for the column. Quantity – Total number of bars of the selected type. This field will be display only and will be automatically calculated based on the number of bars specified for all faces on the Column Info tab. Bar Size – Sets the size of the bar selected from the list. Top Offset – Sets The distance from the top end of the rebar cage (determined by the values provided on the Column Info tab) to the top end of the bar. Bottom Offset – Sets The distance from the bottom end of the rebar cage (determined by the values provided on the Column Info tab) to the bottom end of the bar. Remarks – Type a string used for informational purposes only. This value can be included in the label.
Bottom / Top End Conditions	The following descriptions apply to both top and bottom options. Type – Select the type of end condition for each position: Bend – A hook end. Hook – Two 90° bends, creating a hooked parallel leg. Crank – Offset bar 90 Degree Hook – Same as a `Bend`, but with the angle set at 90°. 135 Degree Hook – Same as a `Bend`, but with the angle set at 135°. 135 Degree Seismic Hook – Same as a `135 Degree Hook`, but with the lengths specified for seismic detailing. 180 Degree Hook – Same as a `Bend`, but with the angle set at 180°. Or, a hook with a single bend. Projection – Additional straight length. User – User-entered condition with two bends. Tip: For additional details, Working With End Conditions.
Rotation	Type a rotation angle (in degrees). Click to rotate the bar by increments of 90 degrees.
Edit End Condition Values	When you select an end condition type, the standard values and angle are applied. If necessary, click Edit End Condition Values to enter custom end condition settings. See Rebar End Properties dialog.
Status	Indicates if you have used standard or user-defined end conditions.
(Preview) - the cross section diagram	The diagram displays the current number of bars as specified from the Column Info tab. The bar arrangement buttons on the right side of the cross section diagram are used to assign each bar Label to various bar patterns in the cross section.
Rectangular Patterns	Vertical Reinforcement Patterns for Rectangular columns. Displays 9 patterns, each when clicked highlights the cross section illustration in the preview.
Circular Patterns	Vertical Reinforcement Patterns for Circular columns. Displays 3 patterns, each when clicked highlights the cross section illustration in the preview.
	Adds a new line to the detail table and clears the controls in the editing area allowing a new bar to be entered. The table displays the details for each vertical bar type added to the reinforcing cage.
	Deletes the current line from the corresponding table.