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Steel Options - Shapes tab

Used to specify settings for shape.

With the exception of the additional dialog tabs and some specifications, most of the settings can be found under the section describing the shape properties

SettingDescription
Layout Sets the mode in which new elements will be displayed when inserted in the model.
Options available are:
  • Only Centerline
  • Bounding Box
  • Edges Outside
  • Edges Inside
  • With Arcs
  • As Sketch
Holes Sets the mode in which holes are displayed in new elements.
Options available are:
  • Do not Display
  • As Line
  • As two Circles
  • Extruded Circle
  • Real Holes
Material Sets the selected material to be used for the shape
Offset Centerline You specify the length beyond which the centerline has to exceed the shape ends.
Maximum Shape Length Sets the maximum global length extend. If you type a value bigger than 0 and you have checked the option Verify Shape Lengths on the Options tab, and shapes are inserted, a message is displayed drawing your attention to the fact that the maximum delivery length is exceeded by some shapes.

A hint dialog appears and the corresponding shapes are highlighted in color.

Paint area with inner contour When checked, includes the inner face area of hollow shape into paint area calculation.
Options Sets the options to display new inserted shapes with:
  • Centerline – with centerline.
  • COG Line – with COG lines.
  • Pitch Lines – with pitch lines
  • Part Label – with Name.
  • ECS Axes – with ECS.
  • Outer Contour Only – plates with outer counter only.
  • 2D Section – with 2D cuts.
Volume Weight When checked, computes the weight of the parts from the used volume.