CADWorx

Spec Editor User's Guide

Version 2015 SP1 (15.0)

August 2014 / February 2015

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Contents
Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor .......................................................................... 7
What's New in Spec Editor...................................................................................................................... 9
Keywords .............................................................................................................................................. 11
Quick Access Toolbar ........................................................................................................................... 14
Status Bar ............................................................................................................................................. 14
Help ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
File............................................................................................................................................................... 15
New Catalog.......................................................................................................................................... 15
New Project ........................................................................................................................................... 16
Open ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
Save ...................................................................................................................................................... 18
Save As ................................................................................................................................................. 18
Recent Files .......................................................................................................................................... 18
About ..................................................................................................................................................... 18
Exit Spec Editor..................................................................................................................................... 18
Home Catalog Tab ..................................................................................................................................... 19
Clipboard Panel..................................................................................................................................... 19
Paste............................................................................................................................................... 19
Copy ............................................................................................................................................... 20
Cut .................................................................................................................................................. 21
Other Editing Features .......................................................................................................................... 21
Undo ............................................................................................................................................... 21
Remove Row .................................................................................................................................. 21
Add Table Panel.................................................................................................................................... 21
Edit Table Features ........................................................................................................................ 22
Size Table....................................................................................................................................... 26
Bolt Diameter Table ........................................................................................................................ 27
Bolt Length Table ........................................................................................................................... 30
Material Table ................................................................................................................................. 33
Schedule Table............................................................................................................................... 34
Thickness Table ............................................................................................................................. 36
End Type Table .............................................................................................................................. 37
Category Table ............................................................................................................................... 39
Data Table ...................................................................................................................................... 39
IndexCode Table ............................................................................................................................ 43
DBCode Table ................................................................................................................................ 44
End Prep Table............................................................................................................................... 46
Legacy Catalog Data Panel .................................................................................................................. 48
Import By Spec ............................................................................................................................... 48
Import From Data File..................................................................................................................... 50
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File ..........................................................................52
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File ..................................................................................53
Transfer Data Panel .............................................................................................................................. 54
Catalog Data................................................................................................................................... 55
Project Data .................................................................................................................................... 56
Export Data Panel ................................................................................................................................. 57
Export Table To Text Excel ............................................................................................................ 57

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View Catalog Tab ....................................................................................................................................... 58

Display Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 58
Catalog Data................................................................................................................................... 58
Base Catalog Data ......................................................................................................................... 60
Properties ....................................................................................................................................... 60
Component Tables ......................................................................................................................... 63
EndType Tables ............................................................................................................................. 63
Component Types .......................................................................................................................... 63
Home Project Tab ...................................................................................................................................... 64
Specification Panel ............................................................................................................................... 64
Add Specification ............................................................................................................................ 65
New and Edit Component Pane ..................................................................................................... 67
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes ............................................................71
Edit Project Specs features................................................................................................................... 78
Import AutoPLANT Specification Data ...........................................................................................79
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data ................................................................................81
Import Specification From SPRD File.............................................................................................85
Pipe Support Panel ............................................................................................................................... 87
Add Pipe Support Assembly........................................................................................................... 87
Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly ..........................................................................................88
Catalog Panel........................................................................................................................................ 89
Update From Catalog ..................................................................................................................... 89
Review Table Links ........................................................................................................................ 90
Legacy Specification Panel ................................................................................................................... 91
Import Legacy Specification ........................................................................................................... 91
Export Data Panel ................................................................................................................................. 91
Export Specification To Text Excel................................................................................................. 92
Editing Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 92
Find and Replace ........................................................................................................................... 92
View Project Tab ........................................................................................................................................ 94
Display Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 94
Project Specs ................................................................................................................................. 94
Project Catalog Data ...................................................................................................................... 94
Pipe Support Assembly .................................................................................................................. 95
Properties ....................................................................................................................................... 99
Property Descriptions ............................................................................................................................. 104
Project Properties................................................................................................................................ 104
Specification Properties................................................................................................................ 105
Pipe Support Assembly Properties ..................................................................................................... 106
Support Component Properties .................................................................................................... 107
Catalog Properties .............................................................................................................................. 107
Size Tables Properties ................................................................................................................. 108
Material Tables Properties ........................................................................................................... 109
Schedule Tables Properties ......................................................................................................... 110
Thickness Tables Properties ........................................................................................................ 111
EndType Tables Properties .......................................................................................................... 111
Data Tables Properties................................................................................................................. 113
IndexCode Tables Properties ....................................................................................................... 155
DBCode Tables Properties........................................................................................................... 156
End Prep Tables Properties ......................................................................................................... 156

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Update History ......................................................................................................................................... 157

Index ......................................................................................................................................................... 160

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SECTION 1

Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and

Specification Editor
The CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor views, edits, and creates specifications
and catalog data loaded with CADWorx. The Specification Editor also imports legacy data,
and specs from all versions of CADWorx.
Your project administrator needs to review and update the catalog (.cat) and project
(.prj) file in the Specification Editor before modeling begins.
Catalog File - Contains all the size, bolt diameters, bolt lengths, materials, schedules,
thickness, end types, categories, component data, index codes, database codes, and end prep
data for all the components in CADWorx. This is a .cat file, located in C:\CADWorx\Plant\Spec,
and can only be accessed through the Specification Editor. The catalog file works in
conjunction with the project (.prj) file to allow CADWorx to build models.
The areas highlighted in red are referenced throughout this manual. Windows such as
the Catalog Data window are referenced by the window name. Please take a moment to
get familiar with the interface.

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The View tab is explained in View Catalog Tab (on page 58).

Project File - Contains the specifications for CADWorx. This is a .prj file, located in
C:\CADWorx (Version)\Plant\Spec, and can only be accessed through the Specification Editor.
These specifications can be updated by changing the base catalog attached to the project. You
can also update the individual components using the Edit Component dialog box. The project
file is used in CADWorx to select specifications and sizes when creating a new model.
The areas highlighted in red are referenced throughout this manual. Windows such as the
Project Specs window are referenced by the window name. Please take a moment to get
familiar with the interface. The Component tab is the default tab when, you open the Main
Spec List View.

The View tab is explained in View Project Tab (on page 94).

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What's New in Spec Editor
Version 2015 SP1 (15.0)
This user's guide was created for the 2013 release of CADWorx. The following changes have
been for this release. For information on releases before 2015, see Update History (on page
157).

Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2015 SP1:

Software Enhancements
 Enhanced the import of the Smart Plant Reference Data (SPRD) specifications. This
enhancement now includes importing the Ident, Short, and Option codes when the SPRD
specification includes those codes. For more information, see Import Specification From
SPRD File (on page 85).
 When SPRD specifications include the unit basis applicable to the specification contents,
then the CADWorx Specification Editor SPRD import automatically sets the conversion
units accordingly. SPRD specification unit basis was not previously available in the SPRD
specification files. Previously, you were required to specify the unit basis for the conversion
manually. The SPRD import now only requires you to specify the unit basis when the SPRD
specification source file does not contain the relevant unit details. For more information, see
Import Specification From SPRD File (on page 85).

User Guide Revisions

 Improved instructions for displaying the bolt length and bolt diameter part numbers in
CADWorx. These instructions detail a workflow from the catalog, to the project, and then to
the drawing. This procedure allows you to display the part numbering of the bolt lengths
and the bolt diameters. For more information, see Display the bolt diameter part number in
CADWorx Plant (on page 29), and Display the bolt length part number in CADWorx Plant
(on page 32).

Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2015:

Software Enhancements
 You can now add bolt length tables and bolt diameter tables to the Size Tables folder by
clicking Bolt Diameter Table or Bolt Length Table in the Add Table panel on the Home
tab, or by using the right-click options Add Bolt Diameter Table and Add Bolt Length
Table. For more information, see Add Table Panel (on page 21), Edit table features (on
page 22), Bolt Diameter Table (on page 27), Add a new bolt diameter table (on page 28),
Bolt Length Table (on page 30), and Add a new bolt length table (on page 31).
 You can now select the bolt length and bolt diameter tables in the Specification
Properties. For more information, see Specification Properties (on page 105).
 You can now add end prep tables to the Miscellaneous folder with the right-click option
Add End Prep Table or from End Prep Table on the Add Table panel. For more
information, see Add Table Panel (on page 21), End Prep Table (on page 46), Add a
new end prep table (on page 47), Edit end prep table (on page 48), Miscellaneous folder
(on page 60), and End Prep Tables Properties (on page 156).

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 You can now select the end prep table in the Specification Properties. For more
information, see Specification Properties (on page 105).
 You can now select the ISOGEN symbol for end types in the New and Edit Component
Pane. For more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) and Add
single new component to a spec (on page 73).
 You can now use the index code tables in your long, short, tag, and part number description
formats. For more information, see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99) and
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71).
 You can now add custom data and property details to your pipe support components in
Support Component of the Properties. For more information, see Support
Component Properties (on page 107).
 You can now select Straight Tee/Cross + Reducer in the branch table. Select Straight
Tee/Cross + Reducer to insert crosses and tees based on the size of the branch. For more
information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
 You can create a pull-down list of items for custom data. For more information, see New
Field Dialog Box (on page 60) and List Items Dialog Box (on page 61).
 You can now use spaces and underscores in the description formats. For more information,
see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
 You can now add Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure Ratings for
Start, End, Branch 1, and Branch 2 end points for Valves. For more information, see
New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
 You can now use the OD_RED_SIZ_TBL and the DESCRIPTION_CMP_TBL schemas in
the Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
 Improved import of AutoCAD Plant 3D specifications and catalogs. For more information,
see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data (on page 81), Import a single
specification using an AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog (on page 83), Import a single
specification using a CADWorx catalog (on page 84), and Import multiple specifications
using a CADWorx catalog (on page 84).
 You can now cancel the Add User Part Number Column message box.
 Improved the load time of the description format dialog boxes.

User Guide Revisions

 Added the bolt length and bolt diameter properties to the properties descriptions. For more
information, see Specification Properties (on page 105), Bolt Diameter Table Properties
(on page 108), and Bolt Length Table Properties (on page 109).

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Keywords
Keywords can be used in specification descriptions that allow information to be automatically
inserted during placement of a component. Keywords can be used anywhere within the Tag,
Short Description, and Long Description fields. Keywords can also be used in the Index Code
data file.
Keywords are:
 MAIN
 RED
 SPEC
 MAINTHK
 REDTHK
 LENGTH
 BORE
 MAINACT
 REDACT
 TAG
 MAINDEC
 REDDEC
 MAINACTDEC
 REDACTDEC
 PIPETHK
 PIPETHKRED
 LINENUM
 SPECINFONOMINALRATING
 SPECINFOTEMPERATURE
 SPECINFOPRESSURE
 SPECINFOPIPINGMATERIAL
 SPECINFOGASKETMATERIAL
 SPECINFOSTUDMATERIAL
 SPECINFOBOLTMATERIAL
 CWDBCODE
The keywords {BORE}, {PIPETHK} and {PIPETHKRED} are calculated from the pipe data file
in the specification instead of the component's data file. For example, for a 4"x1" reducer,
{PIPETHK} would get the values from the 4" pipe data file as listed in the specification.
{PIPETHKRED} would get values from the 1" pipe data file. A 4"x1" reducer with {MAINTHK} or
{REDTHK} would get the keyword values from the reducer data file as listed in the
specification.

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Olet data files do not have any thickness values listed. Olet {MAINTHK} or {REDTHK} values
are always read from the appropriate pipe data file.
The {BORE} keyword is a calculation of the inside diameter of the main pipe size. It is
calculated using the following formula: {BORE} = [ (Pipe Outside Diameter of Main Size) -
(2*Pipe Wall Thickness of Main Size) ].
Some ways in which keywords can be used are below:
 PIPE, {MAIN} {MAINTHK}" API-5L GR.B DSAW, PSL2
 FLANGE, {MAIN} ANSI 150 RFWN {BORE}" BORE ASTM A105, ASME B16.5
 NIPPLE, PIPE {MAIN} x {LENGTH} XS ASTM A106 GR.B
 WELDOLET, {MAIN} {MAINTHK}" x {RED} {REDTHK}" ASTM A105, ASME B31.8
 VALVE, PLUG {MAIN} ANSI 150 WE API 6D TWT {PIPETHK}" API-5L GR.B PIPE REG
PAT LO
 GASKET, INSULATING KIT {MAIN} ANSI 600, RF, B={BORE}, PIKOTEK VCS WITH ZINC
PLATED WASHERS, GRE INSULATING WASHERS AND SLEEVES
 BOLT, STUD {MAIN} x {LENGTH} ALLOY STEEL ASTM A193 CL 2A GR B7 W/2 HEX
NUTS ASTM A194 CL 2B GR 2H (FOR {MAINDEC}" 150# FLG.)
User Defined Keywords:
User defined keywords are now associated with user defined columns inside Spec Editor and
can be created in catalog tables and projects by Custom Data in Properties.

Keyword Formatting:
The numeric values are formatted based on the SystemMeasure. The tables below explain
the different formatting for each of the keywords. The AlphaSizeControl is read from the
current configuration file.

Keyword SystemMeasure - English/Inch

MAIN, RED AlphaSizeControl

MAINACT, REDACT AlphaSizeControl

MAINDEC, REDDEC Always 3 decimal places

MAINACTDEC, Always 3 decimal places

REDACTDEC

MAINTHK, REDTHK Always 3 decimal places

BORE, PIPETHK, Always 3 decimal places

PIPETHKRED

LENGTH Based on DIMLUNIT,

DIMDEC, DIMLFAC

SPEC Specification filename without

extension

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Keyword SystemMeasure - Metric/Inch

MAIN, RED AlphaSizeControl

MAINACT, REDACT LUPREC and DIMZIN control

number of decimals

MAINDEC, REDDEC Always 3 decimal places

MAINACTDEC, Always 1 decimal places

REDACTDEC

MAINTHK, REDTHK Always 1 decimal places

BORE, PIPETHK, Always 1 decimal places

PIPETHKRED

LENGTH Based on DIMLUNIT,

DIMDEC, DIMLFAC

SPEC Specification filename without

extension

Keyword SystemMeasure -
Metric/Metric

MAIN, RED AlphaSizeControl

MAINACT, REDACT AlphaSizeControl

MAINDEC, REDDEC Always 1 decimal places

MAINACTDEC, Always 1 decimal places

REDACTDEC

MAINTHK, REDTHK Always 1 decimal places

BORE, PIPETHK, Always 1 decimal places

PIPETHKRED

LENGTH Based on DIMLUNIT,

DIMDEC, DIMLFAC

SPEC Specification filename without

extension

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Quick Access Toolbar

The Quick Access toolbar is located in the upper left-hand corner next to File .

Main tools available

 Open - Opens the Open File dialog box and allows you to select a file to open.
 Save - Saves the project or catalog that you are currently working in.
 Undo - Undoes the work you previously did in case you made a mistake.
 Redo - Redoes the work you just did in case you changed your mind and wanted the
information back.
 About - Displays the About box, which displays information about your copy of the
software, including version number and the copyright, legal, and licensing notices.
 Customize Quick Access Toolbar - Enables you to add other features to the Quick
Access Toolbar.

Customize Quick Access Toolbar features

 New Catalog - Starts a new catalog.
 New Project - Starts a new project.
 More Commands - Allows you to add commands in the Spec Editor to the Quick Access
toolbar with the Customize dialog box.
 Show Below the Ribbon - Moves the Quick Access toolbar below the ribbon.
 Minimize the Ribbon - Minimizes the ribbon.

Status Bar
Located at the bottom of the Spec Editor, displaying the word Ready as well as whether the
caps lock (CAP), number lock (NUM), or scroll lock (SCRL) is on. When an item is selected, the
bar's Ready status changes to the amount of items selected, such as 13 items selected. When
an item is selected in the Main Table List View, the item with its value is displayed in the status
bar next to CAP. There is no command for this bar.

Help
Click the question mark in the upper right corner of the Spec Editor to open the help file.

Help - Displays the help file.

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File

The File menu commands are used to create, save, and open catalogs and projects in
the specification editor.

New Catalog - Creates a new catalog. For more information, see New Catalog (on
page 15).

New Project - Creates a new project. For more information, see New Project (on
page 16).

Open - Opens previously created projects or catalogs. For more information, see
Open (on page 17).

Save - Saves current project or catalog. For more information, see Save (on page
18).

Save As - Saves current project or catalog with a new name. For more information,
see Save As (on page 18).

Recent Files - Opens recently opened files. For more information, see Recent Files
(on page 18).

About - Displays information about the Spec Editor. For more information, see About
(on page 18).

Exit Spec Editor - Exits the Spec Editor. For more information, see Exit Spec Editor
(on page 18).

New Catalog
CADWorx Spec Editor File: New Catalog
Creates a new catalog with a specific layout for sizes, thicknesses, materials, schedules,
end types, and components for a customer.
Name - Specifies the name of the new catalog.
Type - Specifies the type of catalog. The following catalog options are available:
 Company Catalog - Builds a catalog for a specific company.
 Global Catalog - Builds a catalog for an entire industry. This catalog is the base
catalog. Global catalogs are used when an entire industry, such as the oil industry, has
all the same information.
 Industry Catalog - Builds a catalog for a specific industry.

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Base Catalog - Specifies the catalog that this new catalog pulls its information from.
Description - Specifies the description of the catalog.
Location - Specifies the folder where this catalog is saved.
Units - Specifies the units of measure that are to be used in this catalog. The following unit
options are available:
 English/Inch - Uses the imperial system with nominal inch input.
 Metric/Inch - Uses the metric system with nominal inch input.
 Metric/Metric - Uses the metric system with metric input.

1. Click File > New Catalog .

The New Catalog dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the catalog in the Name box.
3. Select a catalog type from the Type list: Company Catalog, Global Catalog, or Industry
Catalog.
4. For a company or industry catalog, click the Base Catalog ellipsis, select the necessary
base catalog, and then click OK. For global catalogs, skip to step 5. Global Catalogs are
the base catalog.
5. Type a description of the catalog in the Description box.
6. Define the location to save the new catalog. Click the Location ellipsis, select the necessary
base catalog, and then click OK.
7. Select a unit type from the Units list: English/Inch, Metric/Inch, or Metric/Metric.
The base catalog you select must use the same units you specify in the Units list.
8. Click OK to create the new catalog.
The catalog list is created and displays under Catalog Data on the left side of the
spec editor, in the Main List View.

New Project
CADWorx Spec Editor File: New Project
Creates a new project enabling you to design specifications for companies or customers.
Name - Specifies the name of the project.
Default Catalog - Specifies a default catalog to attach to the project.
DBCode Table - Specifies the database code table for the project. This database code comes
from the DBCode Tables in the Default Catalog.
BOM type - Specifies the Bill of Material (BOM) type for the project. There are four
material types: Fabrication, Erection, Offshore, and Miscellaneous.
Long Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the long description attached to the
components.

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Short Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the short description format attached
to the components.
Tag Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the tag format attached to the components.
Part Number Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the part number attached to the
components.
For more on the <Description Type> Format Setups, see Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).
Layer Manager - Specifies the layers for the project. For more information, see Layer Manager
Dialog Box (on page 102).
Description - Specifies the description of the project.
Location - Specifies the folder where this project is saved.

1. Click File > New Project .

The New Project dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the project in the Name box.
3. Click the Default Catalog ellipsis, select the necessary catalog, and then click Open.
4. Select the database code table, when applicable, from the DBCode Table list.
5. Select the Bill of Material type from the BOM type list.
6. Click Long Desc Format, edit the long description format, and then click OK.
7. Click Part Number Format, edit the part number format, and then click OK.
8. Click Short Desc Format, edit the short description format, and then click OK.
9. Click Tag Format, edit the tag format, and then click OK.
10. Click Layer Manager, add the layers you need, and then click OK. For more information,
see Layer Manager Dialog Box (on page 102).
11. Type a description of the project in the Description box.
12. Click the Location ellipsis to browse, select a location to save the new project, and then
click OK.
13. Click OK to create the project.
The project is created and displays under Project Specs on the left side of the Spec
Editor, in the Main List View.

Open
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Open
Opens an existing project or catalog.

1. Click File > Open .

2. Select the project or catalog to open, and then click Open.
If prompted to update the project from the base catalog, select Yes or No. Selecting
Yes updates the project from the base catalog. Selecting No does not update the project
from the base catalog. This prompt only happens when you have made a change to the
base catalog.
The project or catalog opens for editing.

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Save
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Save
Saves the catalog or project changes. This command is only available if you make changes to
a product or catalog.

 Click File > Save .

The project or catalog is saved with the defined file name and location.

Save As
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Save As
Saves the catalog or project, but gives you the option to name or rename the file, and where
the file is saved.

1. Click File > Save As .

2. Select a file location.
3. Type a file name, and then click Save.
The catalog or project is saved with the new name or new location.

Recent Files
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Recent Files
Provides a list of previously opened files. This command enables you to reopen files you
have previously worked with.
 Click File, and then select a Recent Files from the list.
The selected file opens.

About
CADWorx Spec Editor File: About
Displays the version and copyright date for the CADWorx Spec Editor.

Exit Spec Editor

CADWorx Spec Editor File: Exit Spec Editor
Exits the software.
 Click File, and then click Exit Spec Editor.
If prompted to Save File, select Yes, No, or Cancel.
The Spec Editor closes.

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Home Catalog Tab

Gives you access to the features in an open catalog.

Clipboard - Enables you to edit the fields within the Spec Editor. For more information, see
Clipboard Panel (on page 19).

Add Table - Enables you to add tables to a catalog. For more information, see Add Table Panel
(on page 21).

Legacy Catalog Data - Enables you to import legacy data. For more information, see Legacy
Catalog Data Panel (on page 48).

Transfer Data - Enables you to transfer project or catalog data. For more information, see
Transfer Data Panel (on page 54).

Export Data Panel - Enables you to export data to either a text document or an Excel document.
For more information, see Export Data Panel (on page 57).

Exit Spec Editor - Closes the Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor.

Clipboard Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard

Paste - Pastes text from the clipboard into the project or catalog. For more information,
see Paste (on page 19).

Copy - Copies highlighted text from the project or catalog text areas to the clipboard. For
more information, see Copy (on page 20).

Cut - Cuts highlighted text from the project or catalog text areas and places it on the
clipboard. For more information, see Cut (on page 21).

Paste

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Paste

Keyboard: CTRL+V
Pastes text into the project or catalog after using Cut (on page 21) or Copy (on page 20).
 Right-click the row where you want the text, and then select Paste. Alternatively, click the

Home tab, and then click Paste on the Clipboard panel.

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Copy
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Copy
Keyboard: CTRL+C
Copies highlighted text from the project or catalog. Use Paste (on page 19) to place copied text
when required.
 Highlight the text to be copied, right-click it, and then select Copy. Alternatively, click the
Home tab, and then click Copy on the Clipboard panel.

Right click Copy in Catalog Data

Copies a selected table to Catalog Data.
 Select a table to copy, right click it, and then select Copy.
The table pastes below the previous table.
This only works on the tables themselves and not on the table folders.

Right click Copy in Project Specs

Copies a selected specification to Project Specs.
 Select a specification to copy, right click it, and then select Copy.
The specification pastes at the end of the list of specifications.

Right click Copy in the component list

Copies selected components from the components list in the Main Spec List View. For more
information on Main Spec List View, see Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification
Editor (on page 7).
 Select a group of components to copy, right click, and then select Copy.
The software pastes the components at the end of the list for that component.

Copy information from Branch Table to another branch table

Copies a selected range of rows and columns from one branch table and enables you to paste it
to another branch table.

1. Select the range of rows and columns you want to copy, and then click Copy on the
Clipboard panel.
2. Open the specification within the same project or a different project, and then select the
Branch tab.
3. Select the rows and columns where you want to paste the information, and then click Paste

on the Clipboard panel. Alternatively, you can use CTRL-V on the keyboard to paste
the information in the branch table.
The branch table information pastes in the rows and columns selected.

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Cut
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Cut
Keyboard: CTRL+X
Cuts highlighted text from the project or catalog. Use Paste (on page 19) to place cut text.
 Highlight the text to be cut, right-click it, and then select Cut. Alternatively, click the Home
tab, and then click Cut on the Clipboard panel.

Other Editing Features

These features can be used throughout the Spec Editor, but are not located on the Clipboard
panel.

Undo
Undoes a change in the project or catalog.
 Right-click the row in properties, and then select Undo. Undo is only available by
right- clicking when in the Properties window, otherwise you must use the keyboard
control.
Spec Editor supports Undo using CTRL+Z. Undo is not available on the Clipboard
panel.

Remove Row
Removes rows from the table.
 Right-click the row to be removed, and then select Remove Row.
Remove Row is only available by right-clicking on a row and is unavailable on the
Clipboard panel.

Add Table Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table
Enables you to create the information for a catalog. All options are disabled until you start a new
catalog or open an existing catalog.
The first row of each table must be filled out for the program to function properly.

Size Table - Adds a new size table file to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. For
more information, see Size Table (on page 26).

Bolt Diameter Table - Adds a bolt diameter table to the Size Tables folder in Catalog
Data. For more information, see Bolt Diameter Table (on page 27).

Bolt Length Table - Adds a bolt length table to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data.
For more information, see Bolt Length Table (on page 30).

Material Table - Adds a new material table file to the Material Tables folder in Catalog
Data. For more information, see Material Table (on page 33).

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Schedule Table - Adds a new schedule table file to the Schedule Tables folder in
Catalog Data. For more information, see Schedule Table (on page 34).

Thickness Table - Adds a new thickness table file to the Thickness Tables folder in
Catalog Data. For more information, see Thickness Table (on page 36).

End Type Table - Adds a new endtype table file to the End Type Tables folder in
Catalog Data. For more information, see End Type Table (on page 37).

Category Table - Adds a new category to the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data. For
more information, see Category Table (on page 39).

Data Table - Adds a data table file to a Data Tables selected category in Catalog Data.
For more information, see Data Table (on page 39).

IndexCode Table - Adds an index code table to the IndexCode Tables folder in Catalog
Data. For more information, see IndexCode Table (on page 43).

DBCode Table - Adds a database codes table to the DBCodes Tables folder in Catalog
Data. For more information, see DBCode Table (on page 44).

End Prep Table - Adds an end prep table to the Miscellaneous folder in Catalog Data.
For more information, see End Prep Table (on page 46).

Edit Table Features

Right-click Menu
Add Bolt Diameter Table - Adds a bolt diameter table to the Size Tables folder. This option
enables you to assign part numbers to each bolt diameter. For more information, see Bolt
Diameter Table (on page 27).
Add Bolt Length Table - Adds a bolt length table to the Size Tables folder. This option enables
you to assign part numbers to each bolt length. For more information, see Bolt Length Table (on
page 30).
Add Custom Data To All Tables - Adds a custom data field to all tables in the selected tables
folder. With this option, this can be done more than once in the New Field dialog box with the
OK & New option. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Spec File - Imports legacy data from a
specification. For more information, see Import By Spec (on page 48).
Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File - Imports legacy data from a data file.
For more information, see Import From Data File (on page 50).
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File - Imports legacy data for pipe supports
from an assembly file. For more information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From
Assembly File (on page 52).
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File - Imports legacy data for pipe supports from a
data file. For more information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File (on page
53).

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Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data - Imports data from AutoPLANT for use in CADWorx.
For more information, see Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data (on page 23).
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data - Imports data from AutoCAD Plant 3D for use in
CADWorx. For more information, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data (on page 24).
Remove All Tables - Removes all of the tables from the selected table type folder.
Open - Displays the selected component in the Main Table List View.
Copy - See Copy (on page 20).
Remove - Removes the selected component from the table list.
Rename - Renames the selected component. Select the component to be renamed, and then
enter a new name.
Expand - Expands the selected list.
Collapse - Collapses the selected list.
Expand All - Expands all the table lists.
Collapse All - Collapses all the table lists.
Properties - Displays the Properties view.
Export Table To Text Excel - Exports data to a text document or Excel document. For more
information, see Export Table To Text Excel (on page 57).
Add to base catalog - Adds the selected table file to the base catalog.
Commit to Base Catalog - Commits the changes to the table in the base catalog.
Update from Base Catalog - Updates the selected table with changes made to the base
catalog.
Review Table Links - Enables you to check and change the details of the catalog from the base
catalog. For more information, see Review Table Links Dialog Box (on page 90).

Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data

Right-click on the catalog in the Main List View and select Import AutoPLANT Catalog
Data.
Imports data from an AutoPLANT catalog.
Import - Imports the AutoPLANT data.
Close - Closes the Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data dialog box.
Help - Displays the online help.

AutoPLANT Data
File Path - Specifies the location of the AutoPLANT data.
Tables - Specifies the AutoPLANT Data tables.

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CADWorx Components
Program Code - Displays the program code associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Short Description - Displays a short description associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Size - Displays the size associated with the component for the AutoPLANT data. Double-
clicking the Size box displays a drop down that allows you to select or clear sizes.
Schedule - Displays the schedule for the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Double-
clicking the Schedule box displays a drop down that allows you to select or clear schedule data.
Rating - Displays the rating of the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Double-
clicking the Rating box displays a drop down that allows you to select or clear rating data.
Select / deselect all - Selects and clears all check boxes in the CADWorx Components box.
1. Right-click on the catalog in the Main List View and select Import AutoPLANT Catalog
Data.
The Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data dialog box displays.
2. Click the File Path ellipsis under AutoPLANT Data.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the AutoPLANT data for import, and then click Open.
4. Select a table from the Tables list.
5. Select a Program Code by clicking the check box.

 You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under
CADWorx Components.
 You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double-clicking the boxes under
each heading.
6. Click Import.
7. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
Imports the AutoPLANT data.

Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data

Right-click the catalog in the Main List View, and select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog
Data
Imports data from an AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.
Import - Imports the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Close - Closes the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data dialog box.
Help - Displays the help.

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AutoCAD Plant 3D Data

Plant 3D List Files - Displays the Open dialog box and enables you to select one or more
AutoCAD Plant 3D catalogs.
Source Unit - Specifies the source unit being used for the import. If there are no components
related to the Source Unit in the catalog you select, then the CADWorx Components box
remains empty.
Usershape Block Unit - Specifies the units for the user shape block from the Plant 3D data.
Catalog List - Specifies the catalog you selected from the Open dialog box.

CADWorx Components
Component Type - Displays a list of the components in the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Long Description - Displays a long description associated with the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Select / deselect all - Selects and clears all check boxes in the CADWorx Components
box. Folder location box - Specifies the folder location of the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.

Right-click Menu
Check group - Enables you to check a component group under Component Type without
expanding the group.
Uncheck group - Enables you to clear a component group under Component Type without
expanding the group.
Expand All - Enables you to expand all the groups without having to select the plus sign.
Collapse All - Enables you to collapse all the groups without having to select the plus sign.
1. Right-click the catalog in the Main List View, and then select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D
Catalog Data.
The Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data dialog box displays.
2. Click the Plant 3D List Files ellipsis under AutoCAD Plant 3D Data.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the AutoCAD Plant 3D data for import, and then click Open.
4. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type, and then click the check box for the
component you want to add.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the groups under
CADWorx Components.
5. Click Import.
6. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
CADWorx imports the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.

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Size Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Size Table
Adds a new size table file to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. The size table records the
nominal size and outside diameter (OD) data for all the components used with CADWorx. You
can use this command to create different size tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions to how you can
describe the table.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. This can be changed.
Current Units - Specifies the unit of measure for the size table. This cannot be changed.

Size Table Fields

NOM - Specifies the nominal size of the component.
OD - Specifies the outside diameter and the actual size of the component.
Description - Specifies the size description of the component.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the size.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new size table (on page 26)
 Add Standard Size (on page 27)
 Add New Size (on page 27)
 Edit size table (on page 27)

Add a new size table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Size Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively,

right-click Size Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Size Table .
The New Size Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
4. Change or accept the Default Part Number.
The Current Units box should already contain the units currently associated with the
open catalog. You should not be able to change the contents of this box.
5. Click OK.
The table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed at the top left.
The table is also added to Catalog Data under the Size Tables folder.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

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Add Standard Size

1. Right-click in the Main Table List View, and then click Add Standard Size. For mainsize
instead of standard size, see Add MAINSIZE (on page 38).
The Select size from template dialog box displays.
You cannot add standard sizes if all standards are already included in the selected
table.
2. Select the sizes that you need to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all values.
The values selected are displayed in the Main Table List View.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
Add New Size
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add New Size.
The software displays an empty box with the properties to enter.
For more information on the details of these properties, see Size Table (on page 26).
2. Type the necessary information in each box, pressing the TAB key to navigate to the
next box.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
Edit size table
1. Double-click a table file under Size Tables in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.
3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to
edit the information.
The change displays.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)

Bolt Diameter Table

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Bolt Diameter Table
Adds a bolt diameter table to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. The bolt diameter table
records the diameter of all the bolts used with CADWorx and enables you to assign part
numbers to each individual diameter.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions on the name.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on the
description. Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. You can
edit this box. Current Units - Specifies the unit of measure for the size table. You cannot edit
this box. The
software automatically specifies the units based on the units you specified when creating the
catalog.

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Bolt Diameter Table Fields

Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt.
Description - Specifies the description of the bolt diameter.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the diameter.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new bolt diameter table (on page 28)
 Add Standard Diameter (on page 28)
 Add New Diameter (on page 29)
 Edit bolt diameter table (on page 29)
 Display the bolt diameter part number in CADWorx Plant (on page 29)

Add a new bolt diameter table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Bolt Diameter Table on the Add Table panel.
Alternatively, right-click Size Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Bolt Diameter
Table .
The New Bolt Diameter Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
4. Change or accept the Default Part Number.
The Current Units box should already contain the units currently associated with the
open catalog. You should not be able to change the contents of this box.
5. Click OK.
The table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed at the top left.
The table is also added to Catalog Data under the Size Tables folder.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Add Standard Diameter

1. Right-click in the Main Table List View, and then click Add Standard Diameter.
The Select size from template dialog box displays.
You cannot add standard diameters if all standards are already included in the
selected table.
2. Select the diameters that you need to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all values.
The values selected are displayed in the Main Table List View.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

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Add New Diameter

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add New Diameter.
The software displays an empty row with the properties to enter.
For more information on the details of these properties, see Bolt Diameter Table (on page
27).
2. Type the necessary information in each box, pressing the TAB key to navigate to the
next box.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Edit bolt diameter table

1. Double-click a bolt diameter file in Size Tables under in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.
3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to
edit the information.
The change displays.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)

Display the bolt diameter part number in CADWorx Plant

1. Create a bolt diameter table in the catalog.
Make sure you have added values in the PTN column, or the software displays no
values in the Code box in CADWorx Plant. For more information, see Bolt Diameter
Table (on page 27).
2. Click File > Save.
3. Open a project corresponding to the catalog.
4. Click Yes to update the project from the base catalog.
5. Double-click the specification.
6. In the Properties pane, select the bolt diameter table name from the Bolt Diameter Table
Name list.
7. In the Main Spec List View, under Gaskets/Bolts/Welds, select the bolt component.
8. In the Edit component pane, select a Description ellipsis.
You can add the BOLT_DIAMETER_PTN schema to any of the description fields.
However, this schema is only available on the bolt component.
A description format dialog box displays.

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9. Click the Component Tables list, and then select Size Tables.
10. Select the BOLT_DIAMETER_PTN schema in the Table Fields box.
11. Click Move right to move the schema to the [Description] Format box.
12. Click OK.
13. Click File > Save.
14. Open a drawing in plant.
15. Set the specification with the bolt diameter part number schema.
16. Draw a flange set or a flange and valve set with bolts.
17. Double-click the bolts.
The Component Edit dialog box displays with the bolt diameter part number in the Code
box.
18. Check the value in the Code box to ensure it matches the value in the PTN column of the
bolt diameter table.

Bolt Length Table

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Bolt Length Table
Adds a bolt length table to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. The bolt length table records
the length of each bolt used with CADWorx and enables you to assign part numbers to each
individual length.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions on the name.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on the
description. Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. You can
edit this box. Current Units - Specifies the unit of measure for the size table. You cannot edit
this box. The
software automatically specifies the units based on the units you specified when creating the
catalog.
Bolt Length Table Fields
Length - Specifies the length of the bolt.
Description - Specifies the description of the bolt length.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the length.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new bolt length table (on page 31)
 Add Standard Length (on page 31)
 Add New Length (on page 31)
 Edit bolt length table (on page 31)
 Display the bolt length part number in CADWorx Plant (on page 32).

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Add a new bolt length table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Bolt Length Table on the Add Table panel.
Alternatively, right-click Size Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Bolt Length

Table .
The New Bolt Length Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
4. Change or accept the Default Part Number.
The Current Units box should already contain the units currently associated with the
open catalog. You should not be able to change the contents of this box.
5. Click OK.
The table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed at the top left.
The table is also added to Catalog Data under the Size Tables folder.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Add Standard Length

1. Right-click in the Main Table List View, and then click Add Standard Length.
The Select size from template dialog box displays.
You cannot add standard lengths if all standards are already included in the selected
table.
2. Select the lengths that you need to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all values.
The values selected are displayed in the Main Table List View.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Add New Length

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add New Length.
The software displays an empty row with the properties to enter.
For more information on the details of these properties, see Bolt Length Table (on page 30).
2. Type the necessary information in each box, pressing the TAB key to navigate to the
next box.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Edit bolt length table

1. Double-click a bolt length table file under Size Tables in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.

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3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to
edit the information.
The change displays.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)

Display the bolt length part number in CADWorx Plant

1. Create a bolt length table in the catalog.
Make sure you have added values in the PTN column, or the software displays no
values in the Code box in CADWorx Plant. For more information, see Bolt Length Table (on
page 30).
2. Click File > Save.
3. Open a project corresponding to the catalog.
4. Click Yes to update the project from the base catalog.
5. Double-click the specification.
6. In the Properties pane, select the bolt length table name from the Bolt Length Table Name
list.
7. In the Main Spec List View, under Gaskets/Bolts/Welds, select the bolt component.
8. In the Edit component pane, select a Description ellipsis.
You can add the BOLT_LENGTH_PTN schema to any of the description fields.
However, this schema is only available on the bolt component.
A description format dialog box displays.
9. Click the Component Tables list, and then select Size Tables.
10. Select the BOLT_LENGTH_PTN schema in the Table Fields box.
11. Click Move right to move the schema to the [Description] Format box.
12. Click OK.
13. Click File > Save.
14. Open a drawing in plant.
15. Set the specification with the bolt length part number schema.
16. Draw a flange set or a flange and valve set with bolts.
17. Double-click the bolts.
The Component Edit dialog box displays with the bolt length part number in the Code box.
18. Check the value in the Code box to ensure it matches the value in the PTN column of the
bolt length table.

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Material Table

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Material Table .
Adds a new material table file to the Material Tables folder in Catalog Data. The material
table records the specs data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this
command to create different material tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.

Material Table Fields

Spec - Specifies the material.
Grade - Specifies the material grade.
Composition - Specifies the material composition.
Comptypes - Specifies the applicable component types.
Density - Specifies the material density.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the material.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new material table (on page 33)
 Insert Row (on page 34)
 Edit material table (on page 34)

Add a new material table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Material Table on the Add Table panel.
Alternatively, right-click Material Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Material

Table .
The New Material Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
4. Click OK.
The new material table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed at
the top left, and is also added to Catalog Data under the Material Tables folder.
5. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

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Insert Row
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Insert Row.
An empty row displays with the fields to enter.
2. Type the information in each box. Press TAB to navigate to the next box.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Edit material table

1. Double-click a material table file under Material Tables in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.
3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to
edit the information.
The change displays.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
Schedule Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Schedule Table
Adds a new schedule table file to the Schedule Tables folder in Catalog Data. The schedule
table records the schedule data for all components used with CADWorx. You can use this
command to create different schedule tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. This can be changed.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.

Schedule Table Fields

SCH - Specifies the schedule for the component.
SCHENCWT - The schedule used with enhanced weight calculation.
PTN - Specifies the part number for the component.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new schedule table (on page 35)
 Add Schedule (on page 35)
 Edit schedule table (on page 35)

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Add a new schedule table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Schedule Table on the Add Table panel.
Alternatively, right-click Schedule Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Schedule

Table .
The New Schedule Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Change or accept the Default Part Number.
4. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
5. Click OK.
The new schedule table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed in
at the top left. The new schedule is also added to Catalog Data under the Schedule
Tables folder.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
Add Schedule
Adds a schedule to the Schedule Table file in the Main Table List View.
Standard Items - Specifies the types of schedules you can add.
Selected Items - Specifies the types of schedules you have added.
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add Schedule.
The Add Schedule Items dialog box displays.
2. Select a schedule item from the Standard Items list, and then click the Add arrow to
add the item to the Selected Items list.
You can select multiple items by holding the SHIFT or CTRL key down, and then
selecting multiple items. Also, you can add new items by clicking New or delete an
added item by clicking Delete . To move an item up and down in the list, simply select
it, and use the Up and Down arrows to the side.
3. When all the items are added, click OK.
The schedule items are added to the list.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Edit schedule table

1. Double-click a schedule table file under Schedule Tables in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.
3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to
edit the information.
The change displays.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)

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Thickness Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Thickness Table
Adds a new thickness table file to the Thickness Tables folder in Catalog Data. The thickness
table records the thickness data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this
command to create different thickness tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the thickness table.
Schedule Table - Specifies the schedule table attached to the thickness table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.

Thickness Table Fields

NOM - Specifies the nominal size of the component supplied by the size table.
Other numbers - The other numbers in the thickness table are pulled from the schedule table
and represent the schedule of the thickness.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new thickness table (on page 36)
 Edit thickness table (on page 37)

Add a new thickness table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Thickness Table on the Add Table panel.
Alternatively, right-click Thickness Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add
Thickness Table .
The Thickness Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Select the size table from the Size Table list.
4. Select the schedule table from the Schedule Table list.
5. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
The new thickness table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed in at
the top left. The thickness table is also added to Catalog Data under the Thickness
Tables folder.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
The new table brings in all the nominal sizes from the size table, and the schedule
numbers from the schedule table, emphasizing the thickness of each component according to
its schedule.

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Edit thickness table

1. Double-click a thickness table file under Thickness Tables in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.
3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to
edit the information.
The change displays.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
Thickness table rows can be removed by removing the associated nominal size inside
the associated size table.
See Also
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)
End Type Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > End Type Table
Adds a new endtype table file to the EndType Tables folder in Catalog Data. The endtype
table records end types data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this
command to create different endtype tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Type - Specifies the end type applied to the table.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the end type table.
Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.
EndType Table Fields
MAINSIZE - Specifies the main size of the component.
OAL - Specifies the overall length.
FACELEN - Specifies the face length.
CFD - Specifies the connection face diameter.
FFD - Specifies the face diameter.
CHD - Specifies the connection hub diameter.
FHD - Specifies the face hub diameter.
PENGLEN - Specifies the pipe engagement length.
CPENGD - Specifies the connection pipe engagement diameter.
FPENGD - Specifies the face pipe engagement diameter.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).
For more information, see EndType Tables folder (on page 59).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new endtype table (on page 38)
 Add MAINSIZE (on page 38)
 Add New MAINSIZE (on page 38)
 Edit endtype table (on page 38)

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Add a new endtype table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click End Type Table on the Add Table panel.
Alternatively, right-click EndType Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add
EndType

Table .
The New EndType Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the new table in the Name box.
3. Select the end type from the Type list.
4. Select the size table from the Size Table list.
Clicking the Size Table ellipsis enables you to select the main size(s) for this
endtype table. Alternatively, use Add MAINSIZE in the Main Table List View.
5. Type a part number in the Part Number box.
6. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
7. Click OK.
The new endtype table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed in
at the top left. The endtype table is also added to Catalog Data under the EndType
Tables folder.
8. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Add MAINSIZE
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add MAINSIZE.
The Select size dialog box displays.
2. Select the sizes to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or deselect all sizes.
The sizes selected display in the Main Table List
View.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Add New MAINSIZE

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add New MAINSIZE.
An empty box displays.
2. Type the information in the applicable columns, using the TAB key to navigate to the next
box.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Edit endtype table

1. Double-click an end type table file under EndType Tables in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List
View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.
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3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to
edit the information.
The change displays.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
For more information, see EndType Tables (on page 63).
See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)

Category Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Category Table
Adds a new category to the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more information, see Data
Tables folder (on page 59).
Category - Specifies the component category to be added.
Description - Specifies the description of the category. There are no description restrictions.
When adding a category, the data tables folder must be either empty or missing a
category. You cannot add multiple categories of the same component type.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Category Table in the Add Table panel.

Alternatively, right-click Data Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Category .
The Add Category dialog box displays.
2. Click the Category list, and then select a category to add.
3. Type a description of the category in the Description box.
4. Click OK.
The new category is added to the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data.
5. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Data Table

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Data Table
Adds a data table to a Data Tables specific selected category in Catalog Data. This option is
only available when categories have been previously created, and a particular category must
be selected. For more information, see Data Tables folder (on page 59).
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Type - Specifies the component type applied to the table. For more information, see Data
Tables Properties (on page 113).

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Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the data table.
Default EndType - Specifies the end type for the table.
 Start - Specifies the end type for the start point of the component.
 End - Specifies the end type for the end point of the component.
 Left - Specifies the end type for the left branch of the component.
 Right - Specifies the end type for the right branch of the component.
Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).
For descriptions of each column and category, see Data Tables Properties (on page
113).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new data table (on page 40)
 Add new user shape (on page 41)
 Add new topworks table (on page 42)
 Edit data table features (on page 42)

Add a new data table

1. Click the (+) sign on the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data.
The Data Tables folder expands, displaying the categories.
2. Select a category.

3. Click the Home tab, and then click Data Table on the Add Tables panel.
Alternatively, right-click a category in Data Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add

Data Table .
The New Data Table dialog box displays.
4. Type the name of the new data table in the Name box. The default can be entered for you if
you skip to step 5.
5. Click the Type list, and then select the type.
The contents of the list depend on the category you chose at the beginning of these
steps.
6. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table. Next, click the Size Table ellipsis,
select the sizes to add from the Select Size list, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all sizes.
7. To apply the same end type on all ends, click the Apply same end-type on all ends
check- box.
8. Click the Start list, and then select a start end type for the component. Click the End, Left,
and Right lists, and then select the necessary end types.

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9. Type the part number in the Part Number box.

10. Enter a description of the table in the Description box.
11. Click OK.
The new data table appears in the Main Table List View with the name in the upper left
corner and is also displayed in Catalog Data under the category selected from the Select
a category step.
12. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Add MAINSIZE (on page 38)
Add New MAINSIZE (on page 38)
Component Tables (on page 63)
Add new user shape
Adds a user shape to the specification.
If Spec Editor is already displayed skip to step 2.
1. Click Start Spec Editor on the spec view palette. Alternatively, click Spec Editor on the
desktop.
The Specification Editor software opens.
2. Click File > Open.
The Open File dialog box displays.
3. Select a catalog, and then click Open.
The Catalog Data window displays.
4. Click the (+) sign on the Data Tables folder.
The Data Tables list displays.

5. Right-click User Shapes, and select Add Data Table .

The New Usershape Table displays.
6. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
7. Select a user type in the Type list.
8. Select a size table in the Size Table list.
You can select and clear multiple sizes by clicking the Size Table ellipsis.
9. Select the Reducing Component check box if you want this to be a reducing component.
10. Type the user shape folder name in the Usershape Folder box.
11. Type the part number in the Part Number box.
12. Type the description of the user shape in the Description box.
13. Click OK.
The user shape file appears under the User Shape category in the Data Tables folder,
and also to the right of Catalog Data, in the Main Table List View.
14. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
You can now enter information for the specifics of the user shape that you have added to
this specification catalog. For more information, see Add a new data table in CADWorx Spec
Editor User's Guide.
See Also
Add MAINSIZE (on page 38)
Add New MAINSIZE (on page 38)

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Add new topworks table

1. Click the (+) sign on the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data.
The Data Tables file expands displaying the categories.
2. Select Topworks.

3. Click the Home tab, and then click Data Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively,

right-click Topworks in Catalog Data, and then select Add Data Table .
The New Topworks Table dialog box displays.
4. Type the name of the new topworks table in the Name box.
5. Click the Type list, and then select the type.
6. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table. Next, click the Size Table ellipsis,
select the sizes to add from the Select Size list, and then click OK.
7. Enter a description of the table in the Description box.
8. Click OK.
The new topworks table appears in the Main Table List View with the name of the table in
the upper left corner, and in the Catalog Data under the category you selected in the
Data Tables folder.
9. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Add MAINSIZE (on page 38)
Add New MAINSIZE (on page 38)

Edit data table features

Right-click Menu
Add User Part Number Column - Automatically adds the User Part Number Column
which can be used to assign component record-level part numbers (PTN)s to component
data.
Add Custom Data To All Tables - Displays the New Field dialog box enabling you to create a
new field for all the components in the Data Tables. For more information, see New Field
Dialog Box (on page 60).
Remove All Tables - Removes all the data tables from the catalog.
All data tables must be removed, before the endtype tables can be removed.
Open - Displays the selected component in the Main Table List View.
Copy - See Copy (on page 20).
Remove - Removes the selected component from the data table list.
Rename - Renames the selected component. Select the component to be renamed, and then
enter a new name.
Expand - Expands the data table list.

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Collapse - Collapses the data table list.

Expand All - Expands all the table lists.
Collapse All - Collapses all the table lists.
Properties - Displays the Properties view.
Add to base catalog - Adds the selected table file to the base catalog.
Commit to Base Catalog - Commits the changes to the category to the base catalog.
Update from Base Catalog - Updates the selected category with changes made to the base
catalog.
You are now provided the ability to move the component tables under the Data Tables
folder. To change the order of the components, click the component and then drag it to the new
location in the list.
For more information on data tables, see Data Tables Properties (on page 113).

Right-click Menu Main Table List View

Add MAINSIZE - Adds a main size. For more information, see Add MAINSIZE (on page 38).
Add New MAINSIZE - Adds a new main size. For more information, see Add New MAINSIZE
(on page 38).
Remove Row - See Remove Row (on page 21).
Cut - See Cut (on page 21).
Copy - See Copy (on page 20).
Paste - See Paste (on page 19).
Show Required - Displays the required information.
Show Enhancement - Displays the enhancements.
Show User - Displays the user information.

IndexCode Table

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > IndexCode Table
Enables you to add an IndexCode table that can then be associated with a DBCodes table. The
IndexCode Tables folder contains the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION, and COMPTYPE of each
component in the catalog.
Name - Specifies the name of the index code table.
Description - Specifies the description of the index code table.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).
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Add Index Code Table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click IndexCode Table on the Add Table panel.
Alternatively, right-click the IndexCode Tables folder in Catalog Data, and then select Add
Index Code Table.
The New Index Code Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the index code in the Name box.
3. Type a description of the index code in the Description box.
4. Click OK.
The index code displays under the IndexCode Tables folder in Catalog Data.

Add Data to the IndexCode

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Insert Row.
An empty row displays with the fields to enter.
2. Type the information in each box. Press TAB to navigate to the next box.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
The IndexCode cannot be removed when it is associated with a DBCode.

DBCode Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > DBCode Table
Adds a database code table to Catalog Data. The DBCode Tables folder contains the
database code table and the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION, MAINSIZE, REDSIZE, and PTN
for all the components in the catalog. For more information, see DBCode Tables folder (on
page
59).
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions on the name.
IndexCode Table - Specifies the index code table associated with the DBCode Table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on
description.

Insert Multiple Rows Dialog Box

Enables you to insert multiple rows for a DBCode Table.
IndexCode - Specifies the required index code associated with the database code table.
Size Selection - Specifies the sizes selected for the database code table.
Select / deselect all - Selects or clears all sizes in the Size Selection list.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).
For information on the properties, see DBCode Tables Properties (on page 156).

What do you want to do?

 Import DBCode Table From File (on page 45)
 Add DBCode Table (on page 45)

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Import DBCode Table From File

CADWorx Spec Editor DBCode Tables folder: Right-click the DBCode Tables folder in
Catalog Data, and then select Import DBCode Table From File.
Imports a database codes file and the index code for use in CADWorx. The database codes file
is placed in the DBCode Tables folder, and the index code is placed in the IndexCode Tables
folder. The DBCode Tables folder contains the database code table and the INDEXCODE,
DESCRIPTION, MAINSIZE, REDSIZE, and PTN for all the components in the catalog. The
IndexCode Tables folder contains the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION, and COMPTYPE of each
component in the catalog.
DataBaseCodes File - Specifies the database codes file to import. The database codes file is
located in the Spec folder of the legacy versions.
Import - Imports the database codes file.
1. Right-click the DBCode Tables folder in Catalog Data, and then select Import DBCode
Table From File.
The Import DBCode From File dialog box displays.
2. Click the DataBaseCodes File ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Navigate to and open the database codes file.
The DataBaseCodes File box populates.
4. Click Import.
The database codes file and the index code imports and displays under the DBCodes
Tables folder and IndexCode Tables folder, respectively, in Catalog Data.

See Also
DBCode Table (on page 44)
IndexCode Table (on page 43)
IndexCode Tables Properties (on page 155)
DBCode Tables Properties (on page 156)

Add DBCode Table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click DBCode Table on the Add Tables panel.
Alternatively, right-click the DBCode Tables folder in Catalog Data, and then select Add
DBCode Table.
You first must create an IndexCode before you can add the DBCodes table. An
index code table is required to complete the process.
The New DBCode Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the new database code table in the Name box.
3. Click the IndexCode Table list, and then select the index code.
4. Enter a description of the table in the Description box.

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5. Click OK.
The new database code table appears in the Main Table List View with the name in
the upper left corner. The DBCodes Table also displays in Catalog Data.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Insert Row
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Insert Row.
An empty row displays with the fields to enter.
2. Type the information in each box. Press TAB to navigate to the next box.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Insert Multiple Rows

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Insert Multiple Rows.
The Insert Multiple Rows dialog box displays.
2. Select the IndexCode from the list.
3. Select the necessary sizes from the Size Selection list.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all sizes.
4. Click OK.
5. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

End Prep Table

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > End Prep Table
Adds an end preparation table to the Miscellaneous folder in Catalog Data. The end
preparation table records the end preparation data for all the components used with CADWorx,
and enables you to use the end preparation table in the description formation dialog boxes. You
can also use this command to create different end prep tables for use in CADWorx. For more
information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) and
Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions on the name.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on description.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. You can use the part
number of the end preparation in the description format dialog box. Select End Prep table from
the Component Tables list, and then click the right arrow to move the item to the Format
box. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on
page 71) and Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99). You can edit this number.

End Prep Table Fields

Name - Specifies the name of the end preparation. The name is the actual information that
displays in CADWorx for the end preparation of a component. The end preparation data
works in conjunction with the PipeDescriptionCat variable. For more information, see
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Description - Specifies the description of the component. The description accurately depicts
the meaning of the three-letter Name. You can edit the description.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the end preparation. Select END_PREP_PTN in the
description format dialog boxes to show part numbers for end preparation in your model. For
more information, see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99) and Long, Short, Tag,
and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71).
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features (on page 22).
For more information, see Miscellaneous folder (on page 60).

What do you want to do?

 Add a new end prep table (on page 47)
 Add Standard EndPrep (on page 47)
 Edit end prep table (on page 48)

Add a new end prep table

1. Click the Home tab, and then click End Prep Table on the Add Table panel.
Alternatively, right-click Miscellaneous in Catalog Data, and then select Add End Prep

Table .
The New End Prep Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
4. Change or accept the Default Part Number.
5. Click OK.
The new end prep table displays in the Main Table List View with the name that you typed
at the top left, and also displays in Catalog Data under the Miscellaneous folder.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

Add Standard EndPrep

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add Standard EndPrep.
The Select end prep from template dialog box displays.
2. Select the end prep items to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all sizes.
The end preps selected display in the Main Table List View.
3. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

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Edit end prep table

1. Double-click an end prep table file under Miscellaneous in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.
3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to
edit the information.
The change displays.
4. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
See Also
Remove Row (on page 21)
Cut (on page 21)
Copy (on page 20)
Paste (on page 19)

Legacy Catalog Data Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data
Imports legacy data to the Spec Editor.
Import By Spec - Imports legacy data from a specification. For more information, see
Import By Spec (on page 48).
Import From Data File - Imports legacy data from a file. For more information, see Import
From Data File (on page 50).
Pipe Support Import Assembly - Imports legacy pipe support data from an assembly
file. For more information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File (on page
52).
Pipe Support Import Data - Imports legacy pipe support data from a data file. For more
information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File (on page 53).

Import By Spec

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Import By Spec
Imports legacy data from a specification.
Specification File - Specifies the specification file for import.
Library Folder - Specifies the location for the legacy components folder for import. This must
be located in the legacy CADWorx folders.
Topworks Folder - Specifies the location for the topworks folder for import. This must be
located in the legacy CADWorx folders.
DatabaseCodes File - Specifies the legacy database code DAT file for the import.
Upon import of the DAT file the DBCode Table, and the IndexCode Table, are
created accordingly. For more information on DBCode Tables and IndexCode Tables,
see IndexCode Table (on page 43) and DBCode Table (on page 44).

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Size Table - Specifies the size table for the import. You must first create a size table
before importing the legacy data.
Data Files - Specifies the imported information.
 Path - Specifies the path for the legacy data.
 Status - Specifies the status of the selected data. If Status is Missing, then the incorrect
Library Folder was selected.
Import - Imports the legacy data.
View Log File - Displays the log file for the legacy import.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import By Spec on the Legacy Catalog Data
panel.
The Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Spec File dialog box displays.
2. Under Source, click the Specification File ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select a legacy file to import, and then click Open.
The Data Files box fills with the legacy data.
4. Click the Library Folder ellipsis.
The Browse For Folder dialog box displays.
5. Select the legacy folder that contains the data file, and then click OK.
6. Click the Topworks Folder ellipsis.
The Browse For Folder dialog box displays.
7. Select the legacy folder that contains the topworks data file for the spec, and then click OK.
8. Click the DatabaseCodes File ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
9. Select the legacy database code DAT file for the import, and then click Open.
The DatabaseCodes File box fills with the DAT file. See the note above the instructions
for more information.
10. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
11. Select the data files you want to import from the Data Files box, and then click OK.
Alternatively, select the Select / deselect all check box to select all legacy data in the Data
Files dialog box.
12. Click Import.
One of the following two responses displays: No files were converted, or [Number]
files converted. If no files were converted, make sure the data to import is correct.
13. Click OK on either message you receive.
14. When finished with the import, click Close.
15. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

 For detailed information about the contents that were or were not converted, click View Log
File.
 You can double-click any of the data files in the Data Files dialog box to view its information
in Notepad.

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Import From Data File

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Import From Data File
Imports legacy data from a file.

Add Files - Imports legacy data using chosen files.

Add Folder - Imports legacy data using chosen folders.

Delete - Deletes a selected source from the Source Files box.
Source Files - Specifies the selected files or folders for import.
Converted Files - Specifies the files converted after import.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for validation of import.
By Column Count - Specifies all the data file types for each source in the Source Files box.
This option is only available in the Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File
dialog box.
By Column Name - Specifies the data files for the source file you have selected. This option
is only available in the Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File dialog box.
Select Data File Type - Specifies the component type for the specification import.
Import - Imports the legacy data.
View Log File - Displays the log file for the legacy import.
There are two options for importing data from the data files. Depending on which kind of data
you want to import, use Add Files or Add Folder.

Import using Add Files

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import From Data File on the Legacy Data
panel.
The Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File dialog box displays.

2. Click Add Files .

The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select a legacy file to import, and then click Open.
The file displays in the Source Files box.
4. Select a source file, and then under Validation, select a size table from the Size Table list.
The data file type displays in the Select Data File Type box.
Selecting By Column Name or By Column Count determines how information is
displayed in the Select Data File Type box. Selecting By Column Count displays all the
data file types for each source in the Source Files box. Alternatively, selecting By
Column Name only displays the data files for the source file you have selected. Some
selections in Source Files do not have data file information.

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5. Select a data file type from the Select Data File Type box.
Only one data file type can be selected at a time. The data file type needs to be set
for each source file listed in the Source Files box.
6. Click Import.
The converted file displays in the Converted Files box.
These steps can be repeated without needing to close the dialog box.
7. Click Close when finished.
8. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

 To see information about the data conversion, click View Log File.
 You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its
information in Notepad.
Import using Add Folders

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import From Data File on the Legacy Catalog
Data panel.
The Import Legacy Data From File dialog box displays.
2. Click Add Folder .
The Browse For Folder dialog box displays.
3. Select a legacy folder to import, and then click Open.
The entire folder displays in the Source Files box.
4. Select a source file, and then under Validation, select a size table from the Size Table list.
The data file type displays in the Select Data File Type box.
Selecting By Column Name or By Column Count determines how information is
displayed in the Select Data File Type box. Selecting By Column Count displays all the
data file types for each source in the Source File box. Alternatively, selecting By Column
Name only displays the data files for the source file you have selected. Some selections in
Source Files do not have data file information. If you need to delete a file from Source
Files simply select the file, and then click Delete . The file no longer displays in source
files.
5. Select a data file type from the Select Data File Type box.
Only one data file type can be selected at a time. The data file type needs to be set
for each source file listed in the source files box.
6. Click Import.
The converted file displays in the Converted Files box.
These steps can be repeated without having to close the dialog box.
7. Click Close when finished.
8. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

 To see why something was not converted, or what, where, and when it was converted, click
View Log File.
 You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its
information in Notepad.

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Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Pipe Support Import Assembly

Catalog Data: Right-click the catalog > Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File
Imports legacy pipe support data from an assembly file. For more information, see
PipeSupport (on page 133).
Assembly File - Specifies the assembly file for import.
Library Folder - Specifies the location for the legacy components folder for import. This must
be located in the legacy CADWorx folders.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for the import. You must first create a size table
before importing the legacy data.
Data Files - Specifies the imported information.
 Path - Specifies the path for the legacy data.
 Status - Specifies the status of the selected data. If Status is Missing, then the incorrect
Library Folder was selected.
Import - Imports the legacy data.
View Log File - Displays the log file for the legacy import.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Pipe Support Import Assembly on the Legacy
Catalog Data panel. Alternatively, click in Catalog Data, right-click the catalog, and then
select Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File.
The Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File dialog box displays.
2. Under Source, click the Assembly File ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select a legacy file to import, and then click Open.
The Data Files box fills with the legacy data.
4. Click the Library Folder ellipsis.
The Browse For Folder dialog box displays.
5. Select the legacy folder that contains the data file, and then click OK.
6. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
7. Select the data files you want to import from the Data Files box, and then click OK.
Alternatively, select the Select / deselect all check box to select all legacy data in the Data
Files dialog box.
8. Click Import.
One of the following two responses displays: No files were converted, or [Number]
files converted. If no files were converted, make sure the data to import is correct.
9. Click OK on either message you receive.
10. When finished with the import, click Close.
11. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

 For detailed information about the contents that were or were not converted, click View Log
File.
 You can double-click any of the data files in the Data Files dialog box to view its information
in Notepad.

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Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Pipe Support Import Data
Catalog Data: Right-click the catalog > Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File
Imports legacy pipe support data from a data file.
Add Files - Imports legacy data using chosen files.
Add Folder - Imports legacy data using chosen folders.
Delete - Deletes a selected source from the Source Files box.
Source Files - Specifies the selected files or folders for import.
Converted Files - Specifies the files converted after import.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for validation of import.
Select Data File Type - Specifies the component type for the specification import.
Import - Imports the legacy data.
View Log File - Displays the log file for the legacy import.
There are two options for importing data from the data files. Depending on which kind of data
you want to import, use Add Files or Add Folder.

Import using Add Files

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Pipe Support Import Data on the Legacy
Catalog Data panel. Alternatively, click in Catalog Data, right-click the catalog, and then
select Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File.
The Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File dialog box displays.

2. Click Add Files .

The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select a legacy file to import, and then click Open.
The file displays in the Source Files box.
4. Select a source file, and then under Validation, select a size table from the Size Table list.
The data file type displays in the Select Data File Type box.
5. Select a data file type from the Select Data File Type box.
Only one data file type can be selected at a time. The data file type needs to be set
for each source file listed in the Source Files box.
6. Click Import.
The converted file displays in the Converted Files box.
These steps can be repeated without needing to close the dialog box.
7. Click Close when finished.
8. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

 To see information about the data conversion, click View Log File.
 You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its
information in Notepad.

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Import using Add Folders

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Pipe Support Import File on the Legacy Catalog
Data panel. Alternatively, click in Catalog Data, right-click the catalog, and then select
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File.
The Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File dialog box displays.

2. Click Add Folder .

The Browse For Folder dialog box displays.
3. Select a legacy folder to import, and then click Open.
The entire folder displays in the Source Files box.
4. Select a source file, and then under Validation, select a size table from the Size Table list.
The data file type displays in the Select Data File Type box.
5. Select a data file type from the Select Data File Type box.
Only one data file type can be selected at a time. The data file type needs to be set
for each source file listed in the source files box.
6. Click Import.
The converted file displays in the Converted Files box.
These steps can be repeated without having to close the dialog box.
7. Click Close when finished.
8. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.

 To see why something was not converted, or what, where, and when it was converted, click
View Log File.
 You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its
information in Notepad.

Transfer Data Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Transfer Data
Enables you to transfer data from one catalog to another catalog, or from one project to another
project.

Catalog Data - Copies data from one catalog to another catalog. For example, the source
catalog data can be copied to the target catalog. For more information, see Catalog Data
(on page 55).

Project Data - Copies data from one project to another project. For example, the source
project data can be copied to the target project. For more information, see Project Data
(on page 56).

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Catalog Data

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Transfer Data > Catalog Data
Copies data from one catalog to another catalog. For example, the source catalog data can be
copied to the target catalog.
Source - Specifies where the information to be transferred comes from.
Target - Specifies where the information is transferred.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Catalog Data on the Transfer Data panel.
Data transfers for projects and catalogs can be conducted while working in a catalog
or a project.
The Would you like to use the current catalog for target? dialog box
displays. This only displays when you have a catalog open.
2. Select Yes to use the current catalog.
OR
Select No to use a different catalog.
The Transfer Catalog Data dialog box displays.

3. Click Open next to the small Source box.

The Open dialog box displays.
4. Select a catalog to copy data from, and then click Open.
The data displays in the large and small Source boxes.

5. Select New to transfer to a new catalog.

The New Catalog dialog box.
Complete using the information in New Catalog (on page 15).
OR

Select Open , next to the small Target box, to transfer to an existing catalog.
The Open dialog box displays depending on your selection.
Select the source catalog and then click Open.
The data displays in the small and large Target boxes.
6. Click and drag the table file information from the Source box to the Target box.
Alternatively, you can right-click a source, and then Copy/Paste the source into the Target
box.

7. Click Save to save the changes.

8. Click Close when finished.

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Project Data

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Transfer Data > Project Data
Copies data from one project to another project. For example, the source project data is copied
to the target project.
Source - Specifies where the information comes from for the project transfer.
Target - Specifies where the information goes to for the project transfer.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Project Data in the Transfer Data panel.
Data transfers for projects and catalogs can be conducted while working in a catalog
or a project.
The Would you like to use the current project for target? dialog box displays.
This only displays when you have a project open.
2. Select Yes to use the current project.
OR
Select No to use a different project.
The Transfer Project Data dialog box displays.

3. Click Open next to the small Source box.

The Open dialog box displays.
4. Select a project to copy data from, and then click Open.
The data displays in the large and small Source boxes.

5. Select New to create and transfer to a new project.

The New Project dialog box.
Complete using the information in New Project (on page 16).
OR

Select Open next to the small Target box, to transfer to an existing project.
The Open dialog box displays.
Select the source project, and then click Open.
The data displays in the small and large Target boxes.
6. Click and drag the specification information from the Source box to the Target box.
Components can be copied from the loaded source project to the loaded target project
by dragging or by using right-click Copy/Paste functionality across the component listings.
Target project components can be deleted by selecting the applicable component with right-
click and Delete, or by pressing DELETE.
7. Click Save to save the changes.

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8. Click Close when finished.

The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays, telling you the project has been
modified outside the application, and asking if you would like to reload it.
9. Click OK to load
OR
Click Cancel to exit.
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays when you click OK, asking if you would
like to load from the base catalog.
10. Click Yes to load base catalog.
OR
Click No to not load the base catalog.
The project reloads with the changes.
11. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.

Export Data Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home Catalog tab: Export Data
Exports data to a text document or an Excel document.

Export Table To Text Excel - Exports the table selected to a text document. For more
information, see Export Table To Text Excel (on page 57).

Export Table To Text Excel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Export Data > Export Table To Text Excel
Exports data from the selected table to a text document.
1. Open a catalog file, and then select a table.

2. On the Home tab, click Export Table To Text Excel on the Export Data panel.
Alternatively, right-click and select Export Table To Text Excel.
The Save As dialog box displays.
3. In the Save As Type list, select Text Files (*.txt) or Excel Files (*.xls).
4. Select or create a folder to save the document, and then click Save.
The text document saves to the selected folder.
To view the document open it in Windows Explorer.

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View Catalog Tab

Select a check box to open each window.

Display - Displays the Catalog Data, Base Catalog Data, Properties, Component Tables,
EndType Tables, and Component Types windows. For more information, see Display
Panel (on page 58).

Display Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display
Enables you to view the following windows.

Catalog Data - Displays all the data loaded in a catalog, and enables you to manipulate the data.
For more information, see Catalog Data (on page 58).

Base Catalog Data - Displays all the information in the base catalog. For more information, see
Base Catalog Data (on page 60).

Properties - Displays the properties of all the data in the catalog. For more information, see
Properties (on page 60).

Component Tables - Lists all the components by table name and version. For more information,
see Component Tables (on page 63).

EndType Tables - Lists of all the end types by table name and version. For more information, see
EndType Tables (on page 63).

Component Types - Displays all component types available in the specification editor and
enables you to change the names as needed. For more information, see Component Types (on
page 63).

Catalog Data
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Catalog Data
Displays all the data loaded in a catalog, and enables you to manipulate the data. Catalog Data
displays when you open an existing catalog or create a new catalog. Selecting Catalog Data
hides or displays the Catalog Data View.

Size Tables folder

Contains all the size, bolt diameter, and bolt length data for the components in CADWorx. You
can manipulate the size, bolt diameter, and bolt length data by adding new tables, and by
changing existing tables. All tables can be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-
clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays. For more information, see Size
Table (on page 26), Bolt Diameter Table (on page 27), and Bolt Length Table (on page 30).

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Material Tables folder

Contains all the material data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the
material data by adding new material tables, and by changing existing material tables. Material
tables
can be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then
using the menu that displays. For more information, see Material Table (on page 33).

Schedule Tables folder

Contains all the schedule data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the
schedule data by adding new schedule tables, and by changing existing schedule tables.
Schedule tables can be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file
or table, and then using the menu that displays. For more information, see Schedule Table (on
page 34).

Thickness Tables folder

Contains all the thickness data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the
thickness data by adding new thickness tables, and by changing existing thickness tables.
Thickness tables can be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file
or table, and then using the menu that displays. For more information, see Thickness Table (on
page 36).

EndType Tables folder

Contains all the end type data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the end
type data by adding new end type tables, and by changing existing endtype tables. Endtype
tables can be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table,
and then using the menu that displays. For more information, see End Type Table (on page
37).

Data Tables folder

Contains all the category and component data for the components in CADWorx. You can
manipulate the category and component data by adding new data tables and categories, and by
changing existing data tables and categories. Data tables can be opened, deleted, and added in
Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays. For more
information, see Data Table (on page 39).

IndexCode Tables folder

Contains index code data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the data by
adding new information or by changing existing data. Index code tables can be opened,
deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu
that displays. The index code cannot be deleted when it is associated with a DBCode table. For
more information, see IndexCode Table (on page 43).

DBCode Tables folder

Contains database codes data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the data
by adding database code tables, or by changing existing data. DBCode Tables can be opened,
deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu
that displays. For more information, see DBCode Table (on page 44).

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Miscellaneous folder
Contains miscellaneous data for the components in CADWorx, such as end prep data. You can
manipulate the data by adding tables, or by changing existing data. Miscellaneous tables can
be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using
the menu that displays.

Base Catalog Data

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Base Catalog Data
Displays all the information in the base catalog for Spec Editor. The base catalog
information can be displayed by clicking the Base Catalog Data check box in the Display
panel.

Add to catalog - Adds the selected table information from the base catalog to the open
catalog.

Refresh base catalog - Refreshes the base catalog.

Open base catalog - Opens the base catalog for editing.

When you change the base catalog, the software prompts you with a Reload message box.
Click Yes to reload and update the base catalog. If you click No, you can click Refresh base
catalog to accomplish the same thing.

Properties
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Properties
Displays the properties of the specific data you have selected in the catalog. You can use the
Properties view to change the aspects of a specification, project, catalog, or catalog table file.
The table folders do not have properties. Selecting the Fields ellipsis or double-clicking
Custom Data brings up the New Field or Edit Field dialog box. For more information, see New
Field Dialog Box (on page 60). Each category in Data Tables displays different components.
Each component has its own specific information under properties, as well as a picture of the
component. Different types of available options vary by component. Some components have
available options that others do not have. You can find the property explanations in the
Appendix.
See Also
Property Descriptions (on page 104)

New Field Dialog Box

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Custom Data
Double-clicking Custom Data opens the New Field dialog box and enables you to add new
information to the properties of the specification data. The New Field dialog box opens any time
you click Custom Data in the Properties view. User Defined fields created using the Custom
Data option automatically turn the names of those fields into Keywords. If you create custom
fields with Keywords that already exist in the Spec Editor, the new keyword does not display in
the Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99). The keyword already exists, and the
software does not recognize identical keywords.

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Name - Specifies a name for the new field. This name becomes the Keyword and cannot be
changed after creation. When creating custom data, numbers, letters, the hyphen (-), and
the underscore (_) are the only permissible characters. No other special characters are
allowed.
Title - Specifies a title for the new field. The column takes the title from the text in this box and
can be edited at any time. If you change this title in Properties, the column title changes as
well. However, the Name (Keyword) remains the same. Best practice calls for the Name and the
Title to match.
Description - Specifies a description of the information in the new field. This box is simply
a note for you to understand why this field is being created.
Data Type - Specifies the type of data. The types of data allowed are Real, Integer, Text, or
List. After you click OK you can no longer edit this option.
 Real - Only allows real number characters in the Default Value box.
 Integer - Only allows integer number characters in the Default Value box.
 Text - Only allows alpha characters in the Default Value box.
 List - Enables you to create a list of items to use for the custom data. You can create
data in the list, and then select it from the Default Value list. To change this list, select
the ellipsis to the left of the Data Type list. When you select the List option, the
software activates the dialog box and then the ellipsis. For more information, see List
Items Dialog Box (on page 61).
Required Input - Specifies whether the information you are creating requires input from you.
Validation Rule - Specifies the validation rule for the custom data. This field is unavailable
for edit.
Default Value - Specifies the default value to of the custom data. If the List option is selected, a
list of items displays here. This list of items is based on the data created in the List Items Dialog
Box (on page 61).
Attach Field to Components - Attaches the custom data field to the component. Clear the
Attach Field to Components check box if you do not want the custom data to appear in the
model. Selecting this option allows for the custom data you are creating to show up in the
model, including the database, and bill of materials. If you attach the property to a
component,
you can turn that property off by opening the already added property and clearing the check
box. Any new component drawn after that point does not contain the property. If you run
CONVERTFROMPRJDATA on the previously create components, and have cleared this option,
the custom data is removed.

What do you want to do?

 Create a new properties field (on page 62)
 Edit a field (on page 62)

List Items Dialog Box

Enables you to make a list of items for custom data. With the List option you can create
different values for the same custom data.
For instance, if you create a custom data field called Manufacture, you can create a list of
different manufactures, and then apply those manufactures to each separate component.
The list of items you create is selected in the Default Value box. The list becomes available
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To change the text or values you created in the List Items dialog box in the Main Table List
View or the Main Table Spec View, select the column with the custom data, and then select
a new item from the list.
Item - Displays the list of items you create.
New - Enables you to create new items in the list for custom data.
Delete - Enables you to delete the items from the list for custom data.
Right-click Menu
New - Enables you to create new items in the list for custom data.
Edit - Enables you to rename the custom data item in the list.
Delete - Enables you to delete the items from the list for custom data.
To select the Default Value after you create a list, see New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
Create a new properties field
1. Open a project, and then select a specification or the project.
OR
Open a catalog, and then select a table.
2. Click the View tab, and then click Properties in the Display panel.
3. Double-click Custom Data. Alternatively, right-click Custom Data, and then click Add.
You can right-click from within a catalog, and then select Add Custom Data To All
Tables. However, the Thickness Tables folder does not contain this option. The
software adds the custom data you create to all the tables in that folder.
The New Field dialog box displays.
4. Type a name in the Name box.
5. Type a title in the Title box.
6. Type a description in the Description box.
7. Select the Data Type list, and then select a data type. If you select List, do the following:
a. In the List Items dialog box, click New and then type the information that you want
to appear in Custom Data.
b. Repeat step A for different items. Each line constitutes a new selection in Default
Value.
c. Click OK.
8. In the Required Input list, select Yes or No.
9. Type a default value in the Default Value box. If you selected List, that information is now
listed here. Select an item from the list.
10. If you want to attach new custom data to the component, then select the Attach Field to
Components check box. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
11. Click OK.
The new field is added to the properties window.
Edit a field
1. Click the View tab, and then click Properties in the Display panel.
2. Select a field in Fields and click the ellipsis.
The Edit Field dialog box displays.
3. Update the necessary fields, and then click OK.
You can remove an attached custom data field from a component, table, or specification
by clearing the Apply Fields to Components check box.

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Component Tables
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Component Tables
Shows a listing of all the components by TABLENAME, AUTHOR, and PTN (Part Number).
To view the component tables, click the View tab, and then select the Component Table
check box in the Display panel.
The Component Tables display on the Main Table List View.

EndType Tables
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: EndType Tables
Shows a listing of all the end types by table name and version. To view the endtype list, click the
View tab, and then click EndType Tables on the Display panel.
The EndType Tables displays on the Main Table List View.

Component Types
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Component Types
Shows a listing of all the components by COMPTYPE NAME and Program Code. Enables
you to define a DEFINED COMPTYPE.
COMPTYPE NAME - Specifies the component type name of each component in the
Specification Editor. You cannot edit this it is hard coded in the system.
DEFINED COMPTYPE - Specifies a defined component type name for each
component. Changing this text changes the appearance of the long description in the
specification.
Program Code - Specifies the program code for the component. This program code identifies
the component in the Component Edit dialog box in the Component type box. You cannot edit
this, it is hard coded in the system. For more information, see Local Edit in the CADWorx Plant
Users Guide.
 To view the component types, click the View tab while working in a catalog, and then select
the Component Types check box in the Display panel.
The Component Types display on the Main Table List View.

Change how the COMPTYPE format displays in the Project Description Formats
1. Enter a value into the DEFINED COMPTYPE box, and then save the catalog.
2. Open the corresponding specification.
3. If the Reload message box displays, click Yes.
If the update from base catalog message box displays, click Yes.
One or both of these dialog boxes displays. If you do not receive the update
message box, then the catalog was not saved, or the wrong project was opened.
4. Open a specification, and click on the component for which you changed the value in the
DEFINED COMPTYPE box. If the value is not changed, then you need to set the
components description format or the specifications description format for the change to
take effect. For more information, see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99)
and Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71).

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Home Project Tab

Gives you access to the features in an open project.

Clipboard - Enables you to edit the boxes within the Spec Editor. For more information, see
Clipboard Panel (on page 19).

Specification - Enables you to add specifications to the project. For more information, see
Specification Panel (on page 64).

Pipe Support - Enables you to add pipe supports to the project. For more information, see Pipe
Support Panel (on page 87).

Catalog - Enables you to update the project with changes made to the base catalog. For more
information, see Catalog Panel (on page 89).

Legacy Specification - Enables you to import legacy specifications. For more information, see
Legacy Specification Panel (on page 91).

Transfer Data - Enables you to transfer project or catalog data. For more information, see
Transfer Data Panel (on page 54).

Export Data - Exports data to either a text document or an Excel document. For more
information, see Export Data Panel (on page 57).

Editing - Finds and replaces values in the Spec Editor. For more information, see Editing Panel
(on page 92).

Exit Spec Editor - Closes the Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor.

Specification Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Specification
Enables you to add information to a project.

Add Specification - Adds a specification to the project. For more information, see Add
Specification (on page 65).

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Add Specification

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Specification > Add Specification

Adds a specification to a project.
Name - Specifies the name of the specification.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog.
Weight Factor - Specifies the weight factor of the specification. This option is used for
various margins of component weights, such as paint weights, and weld weights.
Component Class - Specifies the class type specification for the component.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable temperature for the
component. Pressure Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable pressure for the
component. DBCode Table - Specifies the database code table from the base catalog.
Size Table - Specifies the size table used in the base catalog.
Available Size - Specifies the available sizes of the size table. These can be changed by
selecting or clearing the check boxes in the list.
Thickness Table - Specifies the thickness table used in the base catalog.
Material Table - Specifies the material table used in the base catalog.
Layer Name - Specifies the layer name. By default this name is the name of the spec, but the
name can be changed.
Layer Color - Specifies the color appearance of the components when using this specification
to draw. Select 0 - ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7
- White/Black, from the list or type 0 through 255 to specify other colors.
Created By - Specifies the name of the person who created the specification.
Description - Specifies the description of the specification.

What do you want to do?

 New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67)
 Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71)
 Add a new specification (on page 66)
 Add single new component to a spec (on page 73)
 Add Multi Component Pane (on page 76)
 Add multiple new components to a spec (on page 77)

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Add a new specification

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Add Specification on the Specification panel.
Alternatively, right-click the project name in the Project Specs window, and then click Add
Specification.
The New Specification dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the new spec in the Name box.
3. Use the default catalog, or click the Catalog ellipsis for a new catalog. When the Select
Company Catalog File dialog box displays, select a catalog, and then click Open.
4. Type the weight factor in the Weight Factor box.
The weight factor accounts for the various margins of the component weight, such as
paint weight, and weld weight.
5. Type the component class in the Component Class box.
6. Type the temperature rating in the Temperature Rating box.
7. Type the pressure rating in the Pressure Rating box.
8. Click the DBCode Table list, and then select a database code table.
9. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
10. Use the Available Size list to select or clear sizes.
11. Click the Thickness Table list, and then select a thickness table.
12. Click the Thickness Table ellipsis to specify schedules for specific thickness types,
using the Schedule Assignment dialog box that displays. Click OK when finished.
13. Click the Material Table list, and then select a material table.
14. Click the Material Table ellipsis to assign material for specific data types, using the Material
Assignment dialog box that displays. Click OK when finished.
15. Click Long Desc Format.
16. Click Part Number Format.
17. Click Short Desc Format.
18. Click Tag Format.
Click OK in each dialog box when finished. For more information on the format dialog
boxes, see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
19. Type a layer name in the Layer Name box, select one from the list, or use the default
layer name.
20. Click the Layer Color list, and then select a layer color.
21. Type your name in the Created By box.
22. Type a description of the specification in the Description box.
23. Click OK.
24. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
The new spec appears under the project name in Project Specs.

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New and Edit Component Pane

CADWorx Spec Editor Project Specs window: Double-click a project specification

Component Tab
Enables you to add or edit components for a specification. The information in the list comes
from the base catalog.
Click Show Data Table , when available, to display the Base Catalog Data and obtain
more information.
You can copy and place any component in the Main Spec List View in the
same specification or another specification in the current project.

Component Setup
Group - Specifies the component to add or edit. While editing, this box is unavailable.
Type - Specifies the component type for the group selected.
Data Table - Specifies the specific data used for the selected type, and populates the
EndType Data Table and the Sort Sequence. See the note below under the EndType Data
Table subheading. When the data table is selected, the Sort Sequence auto-populates with
the program code from the selected data table.
Data Table Update Only - Specifies this is only an update from the data table. The Data Table
Update Only check box is only available when editing.
Size Range - Specifies the sizes of the component. When you edit a component, the software
derives the size ranges from the catalog data table for that component. For example, if you
have only sizes 1 to 20 in your data table, only sizes 1 to 20 display in the Size Range list. If
you
need to add sizes to the component, you must first add them to the data table in the catalog,
and then update your project. You must select the new sizes in the Limit Spec Size Range To
list after you update your project. Otherwise, the software does not display the sizes in the
Size Range list. For more information, see Specification Properties (on page 105).
BOM Type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the component.
Layer Name - Specifies the layer of the component.
Color Index - Specifies the color of the component in a drawing. Select 0 - ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2
- Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black, from the list or type 0
through 255 to specify other colors.
IndexCode - Specifies the index code of the component. This index code is from the DBCodes
Table in the base catalog. For more information, see DBCode Table (on page 44).
Optional Component - Specifies whether the component is an optional selection. Select the
Optional Component check box, if you want the component to be an optional choice.

EndType Data Table

Apply same end type to all ends - Specifies that the new or selected component has all the
same end types. Select the Apply same end type on all ends check box, to apply the same
end types to each component. If the Apply same end type on all ends check box is selected,
the other three end type options are unavailable.

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ISOGEN Sym - Specifies the ISOGEN symbol associated with the end type selected. This is
the end type symbol that displays when you run ISOGEN Out.
Refer to the example below for the Start, End, Branch1, and Branch2 descriptions.

Start - Specifies the starting point end type for the component. Use the corresponding list under
ISOGEN Sym (1) to specify the end type symbol for ISOGEN.
End - Specifies the end point end type for the component. Use the corresponding list under
ISOGEN Sym (2) to specify the end type symbol for ISOGEN.
Branch1 - Specifies the first branch end type for the component. Branch1 is available when the
Apply same end type on all ends check box is cleared, and the component has three
connection points. Use the corresponding list under ISOGEN Sym (3) to specify the end type
symbol for ISOGEN.
Branch2 - Specifies the second branch end type for the component. Branch2 is available
when the Apply same end type on all ends check box is cleared, and the component has four
connection points. Use the corresponding list under ISOGEN Sym (4) to specify the end type
symbol for ISOGEN.
When selecting a Data Table associated with any new component, that
component’s EndType Data Table is automatically set to the Default EndType Data Table
Setup associated with that Data Table in the catalog.

ISOGEN Symbol Information

Identifier - Specifies the identifier used by ISOGEN for the component. For more
information, see SKEY Information in the CADWorx Plant User's Guide.
SKEY - Specifies the SKEY used by ISOGEN for the component. For more information, see
SKEY Information in the CADWorx Plant User's Guide.

Topworks
Topworks - Specifies the topworks for the component. Topworks is available only when
the component has topworks.

Schedule & Material

Main - Specifies the main schedule for the component.
Reduction - Specifies the reduction schedule for the component. Reduction is available only
if the component has a reducing side.
Material - Specifies the material schedule for the component.

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Class & Rating

Connection - Specifies the connection information you want to enter.
 Start connection - Enables you to specify a start end point temperature, pressure, and
class.
 End connection - Enables you to specify an end end point temperature, pressure, and
class.
 Branch 1 connection - Enables you to specify a first branch end point temperature,
pressure, and class.
 Branch 2 connection - Enables you to specify a second branch end point temperature,
pressure, and class.
Component Class - Specifies the class type specification for the component.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable temperature for the
component. Pressure Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable pressure for the
component.
Apply same rating to all ends - Applies the same rating to all end points.
If you draw a valve with multiple ratings in CADWorx Plant and then attach a flange, the
software prompts you when the flange and the valve rating do not match. You can select Yes to
override and insert the flange. Optionally, select No, and then insert a flange with a matching
rating.

Sort Sequence
Sort Sequence - Specifies the location of the item in the bill of material. This number is pulled
from the program code when adding a new component. However, when editing an existing
component, the program code from the original selection stays the same. You have the option to
leave this number as it is or change it based on the following. If you entered 999, this
component is placed last in the list. If you enter 0, it is first in the list. If you set the same sort
numbers for different components in the specification, CADWorx places the components in
the list in an alphabetical order.

Description
Long - Specifies the long description for the component. You can change the long description,
by clicking the Long ellipsis which opens the Long Description Format dialog box. You can
also type information in the Long box, and then click Apply to add the information. Blue words
are keywords and you can select and copy them. Black text is a simple text string and can be
edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes (on page 71).
Short - Specifies the short description of the component. You can change the short description,
by clicking the Short ellipsis which opens the Short Description Format dialog box. You can
also type information in the Short box, and then click Apply to add the information. Blue words
are keywords and you can select and copy them. Black text is a simple text string and can be
edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes (on page 71).

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Tag - Specifies the tag information of the component. You can change the tag format, by
clicking the Tag ellipsis which opens the Tag Format dialog box. You can also type
information in the Tag box, and then click Apply to add the information. Blue words are
keywords and you can select and copy them. Black text is a simple text string and can be
edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes (on page 71).
Part Number - Specifies the part number information of the component. You can change the
part number format, by clicking the Part Number ellipsis which opens the Part Number Format
dialog box. You can also type information in the Part Number box, and then click Apply to add
the information. Blue words are keywords and you can select and copy them. Black text is a
simple text string and can be edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag,
and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71).

Descriptions display in the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and Code boxes
shown in the Component Edit dialog box in CADWorx Plant. For more information, see Local
Edit in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
The information the software displays in the Component Edit dialog box is based on the
associated component definition in the specification. The component definition in the
specification contains fields for Short Annotation, Long Annotation, Tag, and Part Number.
These boxes can be populated with text data or by setting the schema in the Long, Short,
Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) or Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).
You can configure a description schema for the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and
Code boxes at the project level, the specification level, and the component level. If you define
a schema at any of these levels, then the software derives the description from that level.
Component level schemas take precedence over specification level schemas and
specification level schemas take precedence over project level schemas. For instance, if the
sub-category Nipple under Pipe in the Component List tree has a schema defined, then the
information displaying in CADWorx for Nipple derives from this schema. If you remove the
schema
definition from the Nipple sub category, then when you place a Nipple in the model, the schema
derives from the Pipe category description schema under the Component List tree.
If you remove the description schema in Pipe, the description derives from the Component
description schema in the Component List tree. If you delete all of the description schemas at
the component level, then the software repeats the above process internally at the
specification level. Next, the software repeats this process at the project level.
When the description format is empty at the component level, then the box under Description
in the New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) reads Using Specification Format. If the
description format is empty at the component level and at the specification level, then the box
under Description in the New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) reads Using Project
Format.
Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the component.
If you receive a red exclamation or a warning triangle , hover over it with your
mouse to identify additional detail on possible data issues.

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Branch Tab
Enables you to set up the permitted branch components through a grid. Main
Size NPS - Specifies the main size of the branch component. Reduction
Size NPS - Specifies the reduction size of the branch component.
Grid - Specifies units of the current specification, the size values, and the components available
for a branch. For more information, see Add single new component to a spec (on page 73).
You can add the Straight Tee/Cross + Reducer option to the branch table, as seen
below. This enables you to insert a tee or a cross with reducers based on the branch sizes. For
example, if you cross a 4 inch line with a 1.5 inch line, the software prompts you to insert a 4
inch straight cross with 4"X1.5" reducers to connect the 1.5 inch line to the 4 inch line. You must
select the Straight Tee/Cross + Reducer option for each intersecting sizes of the branch table
in the CADWorx Spec Editor, and then set the Apply Branch Table Rule to Automatic in the
Piping Rules of the CADWorx Plant Setup. These settings enable CADWorx to check the
branch table and provide you the Cross + Reducers and Tee + Reducer options in CADWorx
Plant. For more information, see Apply Branch Table Rule in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.

Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes

CADWorx Spec Editor New component pane: Click the Long, Short, Tag, or Part Number
ellipsis
Enables you to edit the Long description, Short description, Tag, and Part Number formats for
components in a specification.
Descriptions display in the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and Code boxes
shown in the Component Edit dialog box in CADWorx Plant. For more information, see Local
Edit in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
The information the software displays in the Component Edit dialog box is based on the
associated component definition in the specification. The component definition in the
specification contains fields for Short Annotation, Long Annotation, Tag, and Part Number.
These boxes can be populated with text data or by setting the schema in the Long, Short,
Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) or Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).

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You can configure a description schema for the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and
Code boxes at the project level, the specification level, and the component level. If you define
a schema at any of these levels, then the software derives the description from that level.
Component level schemas take precedence over specification level schemas and
specification level schemas take precedence over project level schemas. For instance, if the
sub-category Nipple under Pipe in the Component List tree has a schema defined, then the
information displaying in CADWorx for Nipple derives from this schema. If you remove the
schema
definition from the Nipple sub category, then when you place a Nipple in the model, the schema
derives from the Pipe category description schema under the Component List tree.
If you remove the description schema in Pipe, the description derives from the Component
description schema in the Component List tree. If you delete all of the description schemas at
the component level, then the software repeats the above process internally at the
specification level. Next, the software repeats this process at the project level.
When the description format is empty at the component level, then the box under Description
in the New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) reads Using Specification Format. If the
description format is empty at the component level and at the specification level, then the box
under Description in the New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) reads Using Project
Format.

Component Tables
Component Tables - Lists the format types available for component tables in Table Fields.
Material Tables - Lists the format types available for material tables in Table Fields.
Size Tables - Lists the format types available for size tables in Table Fields.
Schedule Tables - Lists the format types available for schedule tables in Table Fields.
DBCode Tables - Lists the format types available for database code tables in Table Fields.
IndexCode Table - Lists the format types available for index codes tables in Table Fields.
Thickness Tables - Lists the format types available for thickness tables in Table Fields.
This
table is not available in Part Number Format.
EndType Tables - Lists the format types available for end type tables in Table Fields.
Spec Tables -Lists the format types available for spec tables in Table Fields. This table is
not available in Part Number Format.
End Prep Tables - Lists the format types available for the end prep tables in the Table Fields.
This format contains the END_PREP_PTN schema. Select the END_PREP_PTN schema to
add the PTN value from the end preparation table to your descriptions. You must select an End
Prep Table Name in the specification Properties for the end preparation part number to display
correctly. Then, set the PartDescriptionCat variable and the Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in
CADWorx Plant for the END_PREP_PTN to display in your model. For more information, see
PartDescriptionCat and Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide. To add
an end preparation table, see End Prep Table (on page 46).
The DEFINED COMPTYPE in the Component Types view affects the
COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field. Changing the value in the DEFINED COMPTYPE box
changes the descriptions using COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL. The software reads the DEFINED
COMPTYPE you specified for the component. The software then displays the new
DEFINED COMPTYPE value as the description when using the COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL
table field schema. For more information, see Component Types (on page 63).

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Long, Short, Tag, or Part Number Format dialog box fields

Table Fields - Lists the long or short description format, the tag format, or the part number
format for the chosen table and enables you to add the table field to the Long Desc Format,
Short Desc Format, Tag Format, or Part Number Format.
Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format, Tag Format, or Part Number - Lists the actual long
or short description format, tag format, or part number format and enables you to add
information. Use the arrows to add formats from the Table Fields box. Alternatively, you can
drag or double-click a format to add it from Table Fields to Long Desc, Short Desc, Tag, or
Part Number Format. If you added a space of text in the Format box, you can select the space
or text and then edit it.
 Select the space or text, right-click, and then select Edit.
Format - Displays the actual appearance of the long or short description, the tag, or part
number format. When you click in the Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format, Tag Format,
or Part Number box, the space or text you added appears. You can then edit the information
here or in the Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format, Tag Format, or Part Number box.
Blue words in Format are keywords. You can select keywords and then copy them. Black text is
a simple text string and you can edit as needed.
Example - Displays an example of the long or short description, tag, or part number, as
it appears in the software.

Setup the Component Formats

1. Click the ellipsis for the field to edit.
The <Description Type> Format dialog box displays.
2. Select the Component Tables list, and change if needed.
3. Use the left or right arrows to move table boxes from one field to another. Alternatively,
you can drag or double-click a format to add it from Table Fields to the corresponding
format.
4. Use the up or down arrows to move the format.
5. To edit the format appearance, select the table in the <Description Type> Format box, and
then change the format in the Format box.
6. Click OK when finished.
7. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.

Add single new component to a spec

1. Double-click the specification in the Project Specs view.
The specification displays in the Main Spec List View with the New Component dialog
box visible.

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CADWorx displays any default settings already specified in the initial set-up in the
boxes.
2. If the Edit Component pane is visible instead of the New Component pane, then right-click
the spec component listing, and then select Add.
If some of the boxes are not completely visible, increase the height of the pane.

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3. Click the Group list, and then select a group.
4. Click the Type list, and then select a type.
5. Click the Data Table list, and then select a data table. When you select the Data Table,
CADWorx automatically populates the EndType Data Table with the default data from
the Default EndType Data Table Setup in the base catalog.
You can view the information you selected by clicking Show Data Table . The
Base Catalog Data displays data tables for each component group. For more information,
see Base Catalog Data (on page 60).
6. Click the Size Range list, and then select or clear the necessary sizes.
7. Click the BOM Type list, and then select a Bill of Material type or use the default BOM type.
8. Click the Layer Name list, and then select a layer, or use the default layer.
9. Click the Color Index list, and then select a color, or use the default color.
10. Click the IndexCode list, and then select an IndexCode table.
11. Select whether or not the component is an optional component, by selecting the Optional
Component check box.
12. Select the Apply same end type on all ends check box to apply the same end type to all
ends on the component.
The type of component you have selected determines which options are available
under the EndType column.
OR
a. Click the Start list, and then select a starting end type. This list defaults to the Default
EndType Data Table Setup for Start in the base catalog, when applicable. You can
change Start to something other than the default.
b. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
c. Click the End list, and then select an ending end type. This defaults to the Default
EndType Data Table Setup for End in the base catalog, when applicable. You can
change End to something other than the default.
d. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
e. Click the Branch1 list, and then select a branch end type. This defaults to the Default
EndType Data Table Setup for Branch1 in the base catalog, when applicable. You can
change Branch1 to something other than the default.
f. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
g. Click the Branch2 list, and then select a second branch end type. This defaults to the
Default EndType Data Table Setup for Branch2 in the base catalog, when applicable.
You can change Branch2 to something other than the default.
h. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
13. Under ISOGEN Symbol Information, the software should list default data in the Identifier
and SKEY boxes. To change the Identifier and SKEY, type your identifier in the Identifier
box, and then select your SKEY.
14. Click the Topworks list, and then select the topworks.
15. Click the Main list, and then select a main schedule.
16. Click the Reduction list, and then select a reduction schedule.
17. Click the Material list, and then select a material type.
18. Under the Rating section, the software lists default values from when you created the
specification. Change the Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure
Rating values as needed.
19. The software lists default information for the Sort Sequence. You can change the sort
sequence used for the Bill of Materials.
20. Under the Description column, the software lists a default type of the component for
the Long and Short descriptions. You can change the long and short description format
by typing new information or using the ellipsis.
21. Type Tag and Part Number information in their respective boxes.
OR
Select the ellipsis to change the format in the Tag Format dialog box or the Part Number
Format dialog box. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number
Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71).
22. Type note information in the Notes box.
23. Click Add at the top right-hand side of the New component pane.
24. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
The component adds to the list in the main window.
You can copy and place any component in the Main Spec List View in the
same specification or another specification in the current project.

Branch Tab
1. Click the Branch tab at the bottom of the New component or Edit component pane.
A grid displays with Branch Size (NPS) on top of the grid, and Main Size (NPS) on the
left side of the grid.
2. To add permitted components to the grid, right-click the applicable main and branch
size intersection, and then select one of the types listed. You can modify the grid.
You must change the Apply Branch Table Rule option, under Piping Rules in
CADWorx Plant Setup, to Automatic to apply the branch table settings.
The grid box displays letters, indicating that you have added a component.
To add components to multiple intersections at the same time, hold down CTRL
while selecting multiple intersections, or left-click a box and drag the mouse in any
direction to select multiple boxes.
3. Click Save when finished. Every time you make a change, you must save the project for
the change to take affect.
Add Multi Component Pane
CADWorx Spec Editor Product Specs window: Double-click a product spec
Adds multiple components to a specification. When adding multiple components you
must define a data table for each component when finished.
Component - Displays a list of components that can be added to a specification. You can select
multiple components by selecting as many check boxes as necessary, or by using the plus +
sign to select individual components in each group.
Size - Specifies the sizes for the component.
Component Class - Specifies the class type specification for the component.
Temperature - Specifies the maximum allowable temperature for the component.
Pressure Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable pressure for the component.
Optional Component - Specifies whether the component is an optional selection. Select the
Optional Component check box, if you want the component to be an optional choice.

End-Type
Apply same end type on all ends - Specifies that all selected components have the same end
type. If you select the Apply same end type on all ends check box, the software disables the
other three end type options.
Start - Specifies the starting point end type for the component.
End - Specifies the end point end type for the component.
Branch1 - Specifies the first branch end type for the component. The Branch1 list is active if
the Apply same end type on all ends check box is not selected, and the component has three
connection points.
Branch2 - Specifies the second branch end type for the component. The Branch2 list is active
when the Apply same end type on all ends check box is not selected, and the component has
four connection points.

Schedule
Main Schedule - Specifies the main schedule for the component.
Branch Schedule - Specifies the branch schedule for the component.

Remaining options
BOM Type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the component.
Tag - Specifies the tag information for the component. You can change the tag format, by
clicking the Tag ellipsis which opens the Tag Format dialog box. For more information,
see Component Tag Format.
Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the component.
Color - Specifies the color of the component in a drawing.
Layer - Specifies the layer of the component.
Add multiple new components to a spec
1. Double-click the specification in the Project Specs pane.
The specification displays in the main window with the New component dialog box visible.
2. Right-click the component listing area of the screen, and then select Add Multiple.
The Add multi component dialog box displays.
CADWorx displays any default settings already specified in the initial set-up in the
boxes.
3. Use the Component box to select multiple components, by clicking the check boxes.
4. Click the Size type list to select or clear sizes. You might need to increase the pane height
if some of the boxes are not visible.
5. The Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure Rating information are set to
default values. Change these values as needed.
6. Select the Optional Component check box to make this available as an optional
component.
7. To apply the same end-type on all ends, select the Apply same end type on all ends
check box.
The type of component you have selected determines which options are available
under the End-Type column.
OR
a. Click the Start list, and then select a starting end type.
b. Click the End list, and then select an ending end type.
c. Click the Branch1 list, and then select a branch end type.
d. Click the Branch2 list, and then select a second branch end type.
8. Click the Main Schedule list, and then select a main schedule.
9. Click the Branch Schedule list, and then select a branch schedule.
10. Click the BOM Type list, and then change the Bill of Material (BOM) type or use the
default type.
11. Type tag information in the Tag box.
OR
Click the Tag ellipsis, use the Tag Format dialog box to set the tag format, and then click
OK. For more information, see Component Tag Format.
12. Type additional information in the Notes box.
13. Click the Color list, and then change the color, or use the default color.
14. Click the Layer list, and then change the layer, or use the default layer.
15. Click Add at the top-right hand side of the Add multi component pane.
16. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
The components are added to the list in the Main Spec List View.
 Branch Tab
The Branch tab sets up the permitted specification components by main and reduction
sizes, through a grid that enables you to choose which sizes use which types of components.
1. Click the Branch tab at the bottom of the Add multi component pane.
A grid displays with Branch Size (NPS) on top of the grid, and Main Size (NPS) on the
left side of the grid.
2. To add permitted components to the grid, right-click the applicable main and branch
size intersection, and then select one of the types listed. The grid can be modified.
You must change the Apply Branch Table Rule option, under Piping Rules in
CADWorx Plant Setup, to Automatic to apply the branch table
settings.
The grid box displays letters, indicating that you have added a
component.
To add components to multiple intersections at the same time hold down CTRL
while either selecting multiple intersections, or left-click a box and drag the mouse in any
direction to select multiple boxes.
3. Click Save when finished. Every time a change is made, the project must be saved for
the change to take affect.

Edit Project Specs features

Right-click Menu
Add Specification - Enables you to add a new specification to Project Specs. For more
information, see Add Specification (on page 65).
Sort Specification Ascending - Sorts the specs in Project Specs in ascending order.
Sort Specification Descending - Sorts the specs in Project Specs in descending order.
Import Legacy Specification - Imports a legacy specification data. For more information, see
Import Legacy Specification (on page 91).
Import AutoPLANT Specification Data - Imports data from AutoPLANT for use in CADWorx.
For more information, see Import AutoPLANT Specification Data (on page 79).
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data - Imports data from AutoCAD Plant 3D for use
in CADWorx. For more information, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data (on
page
81).
Import Specification From SPRD File - Enables you to import specifications from Smart Plant
Reference Data. For more information, see Import Specification From SPRD File (on page 85).
Open - Displays the selected component in the Main Table List View.
Copy - See Copy (on page 20).
Remove - Removes the selected component from the table list.
Rename - Renames the selected component. Select the component you want to rename, and
then enter a new name.
Collapse - Collapses the selected list.
Properties - Displays the Properties view.
Export Specification To Text Excel - Exports data to a text document or Excel document. For
more information, see Export Specification To Text Excel (on page 92).
Import AutoPLANT Specification Data
Right-click on the project in the Main List View, and select Import AutoPLANT
Specification Data
Imports data from an AutoPLANT specification.
Import - Imports the AutoPLANT data.
Close - Closes the Import AutoPLANT Specification Data dialog box.
Help - Displays the online help.

AutoPLANT Data
File Path - Specifies the location of the AutoPLANT data.
Use Spec Catalog - Uses the catalog of the AutoPLANT specification. Clearing this option
enables you to select a different catalog using the Catalog ellipsis.
Catalog - Displays whether or not you are using a CADWorx catalog. If this box is blank,
then you selected the Use Spec Catalog option. If you fill this box, the catalog is a CADWorx
catalog.
Tables - Specifies the AutoPLANT Data tables.
Size Table - Specifies the size table.

CADWorx Components
Program Code - Displays the program code associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Short Description - Displays a short description associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Size - Displays the size associated with the component for the AutoPLANT data. Double-
clicking the Size box displays a list that allows you to include or exclude sizes.
Schedule - Displays the schedule for the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Double-
clicking the Schedule box displays a list that allows you to include or exclude schedule data.
Rating - Displays the rating of the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Double-
clicking the Rating box displays a list that allows you to include or exclude rating data.
Select / deselect all - Include or exclude all check boxes in the CADWorx Components box.
Separate Catalog - Indicates whether or not the software creates a separate catalog.
 Separate Catalog path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The separate catalog
path displays when you select the Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the
catalog or to save in a different location, click the ellipsis.
Import a spec using an AutoPLANT catalog
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and select Import AutoPLANT Specification
Data.
The Import AutoPLANT Specification Data dialog box displays.
2. Click the File Path ellipsis under AutoPLANT Data.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the AutoPLANT data for import, and click Open.
4. Select Use Spec Catalog to use the AutoPLANT catalog.
5. Select a table from the Tables list.
6. Select the check box of the required Program Code.

 You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under
CADWorx Components.
 You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double clicking the boxes under
each heading.
7. Click Import.
8. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
Imports the AutoPLANT data.
Import a spec using a CADWorx catalog
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and select Import AutoPLANT Specification
Data.
The Import AutoPLANT Specification Data dialog box displays.
2. Click the File Path ellipsis under AutoPLANT Data.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the AutoPLANT data for import, and click Open.
4. Clear the Use Spec Catalog option to use a CADWorx catalog. This defaults to the
catalog you selected as the base catalog when creating the project. To change the catalog,
do the following:
a. Click the Catalog ellipsis.
The Select Company Catalog File dialog box displays.
b. Select a CADWorx catalog and then click Open.
The CADWorx catalog populates the Catalog box.
5. Select a table from the Tables list.
6. Select a size table from the Size Table list.
7. Select the check box of the required Program Code.

 You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under
CADWorx Components.
 You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double clicking the boxes under
each heading.
8. Click Import.
9. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
Imports the AutoPLANT data.
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data
Right-click the project in the Main List View, and select Import AutoCAD Plant
3D Specification Data
Imports data from an AutoCAD Plant 3D specification.
Import - Imports the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Close - Closes the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box.
Help - Displays the help.

AutoCAD Plant 3D Data

Size Table - Specifies a size table when you use a CADWorx catalog for import.
View Detail - Displays the PLANT 3D Size Table Detail dialog box. You can only click View
Detail after you select an AutoCAD Plant 3D specification. For more information, see PLANT
3D Size Table Detail Dialog Box (on page 82).
Target Unit - Specifies the units of the target project. Target Unit is only available when you
select the Use Spec Catalog option.
Source Unit - Specifies the units in the Plant 3D catalog that are used for import.
The Source Unit list is only available when you select Use Spec Catalog and set
Target Unit to Metric/Inch units. In this case, you have the option to choose between
importing either English/Inch components or Metric/Inch components. In all other
instances, the Source Unit list is unavailable because the Source Unit must reflect the
Target Unit. When you select English/Inch or Metric/Metric units for the Target Unit,
the Source Unit automatically selects the English/Inch or Metric/Metric units,
respectively.
Usershape Block Unit - Specifies the units for the user shape block from the AutoCAD Plant
3D data.
Use Spec Catalog - Specifies when the import uses the spec of the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Combine Catalog - Creates a combined default catalog for the imported specifications.
Combine Catalog is only available when you select two or more specifications in Plant 3D
List Files.
Catalog - Specifies a CADWorx catalog when you do not select the Use Spec Catalog option.
Plant 3D List Files - Displays the Open dialog box and enables you to select one or more
AutoCAD Plant 3D specifications.
Specification List - Lists the specifications that you selected from the Open dialog box.
CADWorx Components
Component Type - Displays a list of the components in the AutoCAD Plant data.
Long Description - Displays a long description associated with the AutoCAD Plant data.
Select / deselect all - Includes and excludes all check boxes in the CADWorx Components
box.
Separate Catalog - Indicates whether or not the software creates a separate catalog.
 Separate Catalog path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The separate catalog
path displays when you select the Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the
catalog or to save in a different location, click the ellipsis.
Right-click Menu
Check group - Enables you to check a component group under Component Type without
expanding the group.
Uncheck group - Enables you to clear a component group under Component Type without
expanding the group.
Expand all groups - Enables you to expand all the groups without having to select the plus
sign.
Collapse all groups - Enables you to collapse all the groups without having to select the plus
sign.

PLANT 3D Size Table Detail Dialog Box

Click View Details
Enables you to check the size table for the Plant 3D catalog when using the Use Spec Catalog
option and to change the outside diameter (OD).
<Plant 3D Size Table Name> - Displays the name of the P3D catalog. This is dynamic, so it
is always the name of the size table you have selected in the Size Table list.
NOM - Nominal Size - Displays the nominal sizes in the Plant 3D size table from the catalog
attached to the Plant 3D specification that you selected in the File Path. This cannot be
changed.
OD - Outside Diameter - Displays the outside diameter of the nominal size in the Plant 3D size
table from the catalog attached to the Plant 3D specification you selected in the File Path. To
change the outside diameter, follow the steps below.
1. Click View Details.
2. Click the OD box of the number you want to change.
3. Type the new information.
4. Click Apply to keep the change and make more changes.
OR
This only happens if you click OK without clicking Apply.
Click OK to accept the changes.
The "Do you want to save the changes to (table name)?" message box displays.
 Click Yes to save the changes, No to discard the changes, or Cancel to return to the
PLANT 3D Size Table Detail dialog box.
You are returned to the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box.
To finish your work, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data (on page 81).
Import a single specification using an AutoCAD Plant 3D
catalog
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and then select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D
Specification Data.
The Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box displays.
2. Select the Use Spec Catalog option to use the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog. This is the
default option.
3. Select the units from the Target Unit list.
The software automatically selects the Source Unit, and the Source Unit list
becomes unavailable.
The software populates CADWorx Components only when there are components
available in the AutoCAD Plant 3D specification for the units you selected. The unit you
select must be the same as the units in your chosen specification. If no components match
the unit, the CADWorx Components box remains empty.
4. Click the Plant 3D List Files ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
5. Select the AutoCAD Plant 3D data for import, and then click Open.
6. Select the Size Table for import. If no size table is available, the Target Unit does not
match the specification.
You can click View Detail to view the sizes in the size table and change the outside
diameter (OD). For more information, see PLANT 3D Size Table Detail Dialog Box (on page
82).
7. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type list, and then click the check box next to
the component that you want to add.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the components under
CADWorx Components.
If you want a separate catalog, select the Separate Catalog check box. Click the
Separate Catalog file location ellipsis to select a different catalog.
8. Click Import.
9. Click OK.
You can click View Log File to view the details of the conversion.
The AutoCAD Plant 3D specification imports.
Import a single specification using a CADWorx catalog
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and then select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D
Specification Data.
The Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box displays.
2. Clear the Use Spec Catalog option to use a CADWorx catalog. The Catalog box defaults to
the base catalog that you selected when you first created the project. If you did not select a
base catalog, then you must select one now. To select a catalog, do the following:
a. Click the Catalog ellipsis.
The Select Company Catalog File dialog box displays.
b. Select a CADWorx catalog, and then click Open.
The CADWorx catalog populates the Catalog box.
The catalog you select must have the same units as the AutoCAD Plant 3D
specification, or no components become available for import.
3. Click the Plant 3D List Files ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
4. Select the AutoCAD Plant 3D data for import, and then click Open.
5. Select a size table from the Size Table list. The software auto-populates the Size Table list
from the base catalog. If only one size table exists in your catalog, you cannot select
another size table.
6. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type list, and then select the check box for
the component that you want to add. Repeat this step for each component that you want to
add.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the components under
CADWorx Components.
7. Click Import.
8. Click OK.
Click View Log File to view the details of the conversion.
The AutoCAD Plant 3D specification imports.
Import multiple specifications using a CADWorx catalog
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and then select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D
Specification Data.
The Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box displays.
2. Clear the Use Spec Catalog option to use a CADWorx catalog. The Catalog box defaults to
the base catalog that you selected when you first created the project. If you did not select a
base catalog, then you must select one now. To select a catalog, do the following:
a. Click the Catalog ellipsis.
The Select Company Catalog File dialog box displays.
b. Select a CADWorx catalog, and then click Open.
The CADWorx catalog populates the Catalog box.
The catalog you select must have the same units as the AutoCAD Plant 3D
specification, or no components become available for import.
 3. Click the Plant 3D List Files ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
4. Select the AutoCAD Plant 3D data for import, and then click Open.
If you want to combine the catalogs of the selected specifications, select the
Combine Catalog check box. You can only combine catalogs if you select more than one
specification.
5. Select a size table from the Size Table list. The software auto-populates the Size Table list
from the base catalog. If only one size table exists in your catalog, you cannot select
another size table.
6. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type list, and then select the check box for
the component that you want to add. Repeat this step for each component that you want to
add.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the components under
CADWorx Components.
7. Click Import.
8. Click OK.
You can click View Log File to view the details of the conversion.
The AutoCAD Plant 3D specification imports.

Import Specification From SPRD File

Right-click on the project in the Main List View, and select Import Specification
From
SPRD File
Imports data from a Smart Plant Reference Data file by creating a catalog and specification
in the import.
Units - Specifies the units for the import. When you select the SPRD file for import and it
contains the unit information, the software automatically selects the units and disables the
list.
 English/Inch - Uses the imperial system with nominal inch input.
 Metric/Inch - Uses the metric system with nominal inch input.
 Metric/Metric - Uses the metric system with metric input.
List Items
Type Name - Lists the type of information for the Smart Plant Reference Data
import.
Item Name - Lists the item name of the Smart Plant Reference Data being imported, such as
the component or the specification.
Parent Name - Indicates whether the Smart Plant Reference Data information is created for the
catalog or the specification. The catalog and specification information are created in the Import
Specification From SPRD File dialog box.
Status - Specifies the status of the Smart Plant Reference Data
information.
 Pending - Indicates the item in the list has not been selected or imported.
 Selected - Indicates the item in the list has been selected and is awaiting importation.
 Successful - Indicates the item in the list has been successfully imported.
 Failed - Indicates the item in the list has not been converted and has not imported.
Select / deselect all - Include or exclude all check boxes in the List Items box.
Separate Catalog - Indicates whether or not the software creates a separate catalog.
 Catalog Path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The Catalog Path displays when
you select the Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the SPRD catalog or to
save in a different location, select the Catalog Path ellipsis.
File Path - Specifies the file path to the original file.
Select File - Enables you to select the Smart Plant Reference Data files for the import.
Import - Imports the Smart Plant Reference Data information.
Close - Closes the Import Specification From SPRD File dialog box.
Help - Displays the online help.
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and select Import Specification From
SPRD File.
The Import Specification From SPRD File dialog box displays.
2. Click Select File.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the Smart Plant Reference Data file for import, and then click Open.
If the SPRD file contains the units, then the software automatically selects the correct
units from the Units list and disables the Units list. If the SPRD file does not contain the
units, then you must select the units from the Units list.
4. Select the check boxes to import.

 You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under
CADWorx Components.
 Select the Separate Catalog check box to create a separate catalog.
 To change the name of the SPRD catalog or to save in a different location, select the
Catalog Path ellipsis.
5. Click Import.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View log file.
6. Click Close.
The software imports the Smart Plant Reference Data file specification.
If the Do you want to update project from base catalog? message displays, do the following:
1. Click Yes.
The Review Update message box displays.
2. Click Yes or Review Update. If you click Review Update, see Review Table Links Dialog
Box (on page 90) for more information.
The project updates from the base catalog.
After import, check the data against the original SPRD file. For the SP1 release of
CADWorx 2015, the software places the Ident, Short, and Option codes in the specification.
 The software places the Ident Code in the DBCodes Tables under the IDENT_CODE
column and joins the IndexCode table with the DBCode table.
 The software creates custom data fields for the Short Code and the Option Code under the
Custom Data properties for that specification and component.
Pipe Support Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Pipe Support
Enables you to add new pipe support assemblies and import legacy pipe support assemblies to
a project. These assemblies are added to the Pipe Support Assembly pane. For more
information, see Pipe Support Assembly (on page 95).

Add Pipe Support Assembly - Adds a pipe support assembly to a project. For more
information, see Add Pipe Support Assembly (on page 87).

Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly - Enables you to import legacy pipe support
assembly components. For more information, see Import Legacy Pipe Support
Assembly (on page 88).

Add Pipe Support Assembly

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Pipe Support > Add Pipe Support Assembly
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Pipe Support Assembly > Right-click the project in the
Pipe Support Assembly pane > Add Pipe Support Assembly
Adds a pipe support assembly to a project.
For pipe supports to work correctly, you must have a PipeSupport category in the catalog
with all components needed.
Name - Specifies the name of the pipe support assembly.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog.
Size Table - Specifies the size table used in the base catalog.
Available Size - Specifies a list of the available sizes in the size table. These can be changed
by selecting or clearing the check boxes in the list.
Created By - Specifies the name of the person who created the pipe support assembly.
Description - Specifies the description of the pipe support assembly.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Add Pipe Support Assembly in the Pipe
Support panel.
The New Pipe Support Assembly dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the new assembly in the Name box.
3. Use the default catalog, or click the Catalog ellipsis for a new catalog. When the Select
Company Catalog File dialog box displays, select a catalog, and then click Open.
This catalog must contain a PipeSupport category for the pipe supports to
function correctly. To add a pipe support category, see Legacy Catalog Data Panel (on page
48) or to build your own, see Category Table (on page 39).
4. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
This is the size table from the catalog you selected in the last step. If this catalog
does not contain a size table you need to add one before you can add the new pipe support
assembly.
 5. Use the Available Size list to select or clear sizes.
6. Type your name in the Created By box.
7. Type a description of the assembly in the Description box.
8. Click OK.
9. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
The new pipe support assembly displays under the project name in Pipe Support
Assembly.

See Also
Pipe Support Assembly (on page 95)

Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Pipe Support > Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Pipe Support Assembly > Right-click the project in the
Pipe Support Assembly pane > Import Pipe Support Assembly
Enables you to import legacy pipe support assembly components using the Import Pipe
Support Assembly dialog box.
Assembly File - Specifies the legacy file to import the pipe supports.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog to reference the pipe support information. This catalog
must contain a PipeSupport category for the pipe supports to function correctly. To add a
pipe support category, see Legacy Catalog Data Panel (on page 48) or to build your own, see
Category Table (on page 39).
Size Table - Specifies the size table from the base catalog that contains the pipe support size
information.
Import - Imports the pipe support to the project for use in the drawing. For more information
on using the new pipe support in the drawing, see CADWorx Support Modeler in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly on the
Pipe Support panel.
The Import Pipe Support Assembly dialog box displays.
2. Click the Assembly File ellipsis.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the pipe support specification for import, and then click Open.
Legacy pipe supports are contained in the programs Spec folder for 2013 and prior.
4. Check the Catalog and Size Table, and change if needed. These should be from the
default base catalog.
If you want to use a different catalog, click the Catalog ellipsis, and then select a
new catalog. Make sure that this catalog has a PipeSupport category for the pipe
supports to function correctly.
5. Click Import.
The pipe supports are added to the Pipe Support Assembly pane under the project.
Catalog Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog
Enables you to update the project from a catalog and review the tables for update.

Update From Catalog - Updates the project from the base catalog. For more information,
see Update From Catalog (on page 89).

Review Table Links - Enables you to review and edit the table links for the catalog
update. For more information, see Review Table Links (on page 90).

Update From Catalog

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog > Update From Catalog
Updates the spec project from the base catalog.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Update From Catalog on the Catalog panel.
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays, asking if you would like to update from
the base catalog.
2. Click Yes, No, or Review Update.
3. If you click Review Update, see Review Update (on page 89) & Review Table Links Dialog
Box (on page 90) to continue.
The project updates from the base catalog.

Review Update

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog > Update From Catalog > Review Update
Enables you to check and change the details of the spec project that you want to update from
the base catalog.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Update From Catalog on the Catalog panel.
OR
Open a project that has had its base catalog updated.
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays, asking if you would like to update from
the base catalog.
2. Click Review Update.
The Review Table links dialog box displays.
For more information, see Review Table Links Dialog Box (on page 90).
Review Table Links

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog > Review Table Links
Displays the Review Table Links dialog box enabling you to review the links for update
and change the Source Table Name and the Source ID as needed.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Review Table Links on the Catalog panel.
The Review Table Links dialog box displays.
2. See Review Table Links Dialog Box (on page 90) to continue.

Review Table Links Dialog Box

Enables you to check the data IDs and other information pertaining to a Catalog or Project and
change the Source ID and/or Source Table as needed.
Specification - Displays the specifications in the project that you can select to update from
a catalog to that specification. This options is only visible when working in a project.
Show All Tables - Displays all the tables associated with the project you open.
Show Mis-Matched Tables - Displays only the mis-matched tables associated with the
project you open.
Show Tables With Updates - Displays only the tables with updates from the catalog for the
project you open.
Table Type - Displays the type of tables in the catalog. Use anyone of the three options
above to receive only those types of tables.
Destination Table Name - Displays the destination table for the catalog to be updated
from. Source Table Name - Displays the name of the source table in the catalog where the
information being updated is coming from. If this is listed incorrectly, click the Source Table
Name box under the heading and a list appears. Select the correct source table.
Destination Base ID - Specifies the ID for the destination table.
Source ID - Specifies the ID for the source table. The Source ID box is editable.
Destination Table Date - Displays the date of the destination table.
Source Table Date - Displays the date of the source table.
OK - Accepts the settings and updates from the catalog, and closes the Review Table Links
dialog box.
Cancel - Cancels the update.
Apply - Saves changes from the catalog for the item selected in the Specification list.
Apply All - Saves changes from the catalog for all items in the Specification list.
Force Update - Updates the item selected in the Specification list.
Force Update All - Updates all items in the Specification list.
Help - Displays the CADWorx help file.
 Change the Source Table Name and Source IDs as needed, and then click OK to update.
Alternatively, you can click Force Update or Force Update All.
To view the Review Table Links dialog box in a catalog, your catalog must use a base
catalog and the catalog must contain data. You can access this option by right-clicking the
catalog and selecting Review Table Links.
Legacy Specification Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Specification
Enables you to import specs from earlier versions of CADWorx.

Import Legacy Specification - Imports specifications from an earlier version of

CADWorx. For more information, see Import Legacy Specification (on page 91).

Import Legacy Specification

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Specification > Import Legacy Specification

Imports specifications from an earlier version of CADWorx.

Specification - Specifies the specification folder for import.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog for the import.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for the import.

1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import Legacy Specification on the Legacy
Specification panel.
The Import Legacy Specification (.spc) dialog box displays.
2. Click the Specification ellipsis.
3. Navigate to the folder and specification file for import, and then select it.
4. Click Open.
The Specification and Catalog boxes are populated.
5. To change the Catalog box, click the Catalog ellipsis.
You must have a catalog already set up, with the data for the
specification already imported into it.
6. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
7. Click Import.
The Converted successfully dialog box appears.
8. Click OK.
9. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.

Export Data Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home Project tab: Export Data
Exports data to a text document or an Excel document.

Export Specification To Text Excel - Exports the specification selected to a text

document. For more information, see Export Specification To Text Excel (on page 92).
Export Specification To Text Excel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home Project tab: Export Data > Export Specification To Text

Excel
Exports data from the selected specification to a text document.
1. Open a project file, and then select a specification.

2. On the Home tab, click Export Specification To Text Excel on the Export Data
panel. Alternatively, right-click and select Export Specification To Text Excel.
The Save As dialog box displays.
3. In the Save As Type list, select Text Files (*.txt) or Excel Files (*.xls).
4. Select or create a folder to save the document, and then click Save.
The text document saves to the selected folder.
To view the document open it in Windows Explorer.

Editing Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Editing
Enables you to edit specified values.

Find and Replace - Finds and replaces specific values. For more information, see
Find and Replace (on page 92).

Find and Replace

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Editing > Find and Replace
Finds and replaces specific values in the Specification Editor data.

 The Find and Replace function only works with the Long Description, Short Description,
or Tag boxes that consist of non-keyword texts. Any formatted keywords that exist in the
Long, Short, or Tag boxes are not replaced when using the Replace function. For more
information on Keywords, see Keywords in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
 The Specification Editor classifies keywords in four categories. First, the combination of the
Fields and the table as in the case of SPEC_MAT_TBL which calls the SPEC field from the
Material Table for the format. Second, a Field, such as USER_PART_NUMBER, by itself
is a keyword. In addition, when you create a user defined field with the Custom Data option,
the field name becomes a keyword. Finally, a property by itself, such as
COMPONENT_PTN, (which calls the Part Number property from the selected component),
is a keyword. For a listing of all the fields and properties in the Specification Editor, see
Property Descriptions (on page 104). You can view all Keywords in the Description Format
dialog boxes by selecting the ellipsis to the right of the boxes. For more information, see
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) and Description
Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
Look in
 Current Project - Searches in the current project.
 Current Specification - Searches in the current specification.

Find options
 Match case - Matches the search to the case (lower or upper) in the Find what box.
 Match whole word - Matches the search to the exact whole word in the Find what box.
 Search Up - Matches the search moving upwards in the Spec Editor rather than
downwards.

Find type
 Long description - Matches the search to the long description.
 Short description - Matches the search to the short description.
 Tag - Matches the search to the tag data.
Long description, Short description, and Tag can be selected at the same time so that
the search finds all types associated with the text.
Find

1. On the Home tab, click Find and Replace on the Editing panel.
The Find and Replace dialog box displays.
2. Type the text you want to find in the Find what box.
3. Specify parameters for Look in, Find options, and Find type.
4. Click Find Next.
The value is found.
Replace

1. On the Home tab, click Find and Replace on the Editing panel.
The Find and Replace dialog box displays.
2. Type the text you want to find in the Find what box.
3. Select the Replace with check box.
The Replace with box activates.
4. Type the text to replace in the Replace with box.
5. Specify parameters in Look in, Find options, and Find type.
6. Click Find Next, and then click Replace.
OR
Click Replace.
OR
Click Replace All.
Replace All replaces every instance of the text in the Find what box throughout
the Specification Editor for the open project. Use this option with caution.
The value is replaced.
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View Project Tab

Select a check box to open each window.

Display - Displays the Project Specs, Base Catalog Data, Project Catalog Data, Pipe
Support Assembly, and Properties. For more information, see Display Panel (on page 94).

Display Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display

Project Specs - Displays the current project, and enables you to add, delete, open, and import
specification data. For more information, see Project Specs (on page 94).

Base Catalog Data - Displays all the information in the base catalog of CADWorx. For more
information, see Base Catalog Data (on page 60).

Project Catalog Data - Displays all the information attached to the open project. For more
information, see Project Catalog Data (on page 94).

Pipe Support Assembly - Displays the Pipe Support Assembly pane and enables you to
added or import pipe supports to the project. For more information, see Pipe Support
Assembly (on page 95).

Properties - Displays the properties of all the data in the project. For more information, see
Properties (on page 99).

Project Specs
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Project Specs
Displays the current project, and enables you to add, delete, open, and import specification
data. For more information, see Specification Panel (on page 64). Selecting the Project
Specs check box, hides or displays the Project Specs view.

Project Catalog Data

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Project Catalog Data
Displays all the information attached to the open project. The Project Catalog Data includes the
information taken from the catalog and the information from the added specifications. Project
Catalog Data enables you to view, but not change, the information. Edits can only be made
when working with the edit options in the Home tab of the Spec Editor. Selecting the Project
Catalog Data check box, hides or displays the Project Catalog Data view.

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Pipe Support Assembly

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Pipe Support Assembly
Displays the pipe supports associated with the current project and enables you to add additional
supports.

Right-click Menus
 Right-click the project file listed in the Pipe Support Assembly pane to access the following
options:
Add Pipe Support Assembly - Enables you to add a new pipe support assembly to the project.
For more information, see Add Pipe Support Assembly (on page 87).
Import Pipe Support Assembly - Enables you to import a pipe support assembly. For more
information, see Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly (on page 88).
Expand/Collapse - Expands or collapses the pipe supports in the project.
Properties - Displays the Properties for the project.
 After adding a new pipe support, right-click the pipe support to get the following options:
Open - Displays the Pipe Support New Component pane.
Add Support Component - Enables you to enter a new component for a pipe support. For
more information, see Add Support Component (on page 95).
Copy - Enables you to make a copy of the pipe support.
Remove - Enables you to remove the pipe support from the project.
Rename - Enables you to rename the assembly file.
Expand/Collapse - Expands or collapses the pipe supports in the project.
Properties - Displays the Pipe Support Assembly properties.
Properties for the component table can be found in the Appendix. For more information, see
PipeSupport (on page 133).

What do you want to do?

 Add Pipe Support Assembly (on page 87)
 Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly (on page 88)
 Add Support Component (on page 95)
 Add a new support component (on page 97)
 Edit a support component (on page 98)

Add Support Component

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Pipe Support Assembly > Right-click the project in
the Pipe Support Assembly pane > After adding a pipe support assembly right-click the
new support > Add Support Component
Controls parameters for adding and editing supports to the PRJ file.

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Components Available - Displays the support components that you can use to make an
assembly. After you select a type, the list box shows the available data tables for that type
of support.
Add - Moves the selected item from the Components Available list to the Components
Selected list.
Remove - Moves the selected item from the Components Selected list to the Components
Available list.
Components Selected - Displays the components in the assembly. The support is built
using the selected components in the order shown.
Move Up - Moves the selected item one position higher in the assembly sequence. Move
Down - Moves the selected item one position lower in the assembly sequence.
Attachment Type - Specifies the attachment for the pipe support. Attachment Type
indicates
how the support is attached in the drawing.
 Pipe - Specifies that the support is a pipe support. The attachment for a pipe support can be
changed.
 Elbow - Specifies that the support is an elbow support. The attachment for a pipe support
can be changed.
 Tee - Specifies that the support is an elbow support. The attachment for a pipe support can
be changed.
CAESAR II Type - Specifies the restraint type of the support for use in CAESAR II pipe
stress analysis.
BOM:
 Sort - Locates a component item in the bill of material schedule. Type the needed value.
Type 0 to place the item first in the schedule. Type 999 to place the item last. If the same
sort numbers are used for different components, they are placed in alphabetical order.
 Type - Specifies the type of bill of material item. Select Fabrication, Erection, Offshore, or
Misc.
General - Specifies general information about the pipe support such as the Name and Size
Range.
 Name - Specifies the name of the support. This name displays in the CADWorx Support
Modeler palette. You can rename the support assembly here or, by clicking it in Pipe
Support Assembly, and then typing a new name.
 Size Range - Specifies the sizes for the component.
Isolation Options:
 Increase support size if component is insulated - Automatically selects a larger size
support component based on the insulation thickness. For example, a six-inch nominal size
pipe (6.625 inch actual OD) has four-inch thick insulation (14.625 inch OD). This makes the
total pipe diameter 6.625 inch actual OD plus 8 inch insulation OD. The software
determines the support by looking it up in the data file.
 Use next larger size if exact size is not available - Specifies that if the calculated support
is not available in the data file, the next larger size support is selected.

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ISOGEN and Insulation Options:

 SKEY - Specifies the SKEY value ISOGEN uses for an isometric drawing. If you do not
specify an SKEY value, ISOGEN uses SKID as the default SKEY value when you insert a
support in the drawing. For more information, see SKEY Information in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide.
 Identifier - Specifies the identifier value ISOGEN uses for an isometric drawing. For more
information, see SKEY Information in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
 Message Type - Specifies the format of text displayed with the support.
 Message Text - Specifies text displayed with the support.
 Detail Sketch - Specifies a .DWG AutoCAD file containing details about the support. Select
the file from the Select detail sketch file dialog box.
Description:
 Tag - Specifies an optional tag description for the component.
 Short - Specifies the abbreviated description for the component.
 Long - Describes the component. This description is used in the bill of materials.
 Part Number - Specifies the part number information of the pipe support component.
 Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the pipe support component.

What do you want to do?

 Add a new support component (on page 97)
 Edit a support component (on page 98)

Add a new support component

1. Right-click the pipe support under the project in the Pipe Support Assembly pane.
2. Click Add Support Component.
The New component pane displays.
3. Select an Attachment Type.
4. Select a component from the Components Available list.
5. Use the Add or Remove arrows to move the component parts needed to the
Components Selected box. Alternatively, you can drag the component parts needed to the
Components Selected box.
Use the Move Up or Move Down arrows to rearrange the order of the parts as
they display in the drawing in the Components Selected box.
6. Select a CAESAR II Type.
7. Select the Sort for the bill of materials.
8. Select the Type for the bill of materials.
9. Type the name of the pipe support in the Name box.
10. Select the Size Range list, and then select sizes to add to or clear from the list.

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11. Select the Insulation Options as needed by selecting their respective check boxes.
12. Type the identifier for ISOGEN in the Identifier box.
13. Select the SKEY for the ISOGEN.
14. Select a Message Type.
15. Type a message text to appear for the pipe support.
16. Select a Detail Sketch, by selecting the ellipsis.
17. Type the long description in the Long box.
18. Type the short description in the Short box.
19. Type the tag in the Tag box.
20. Type the part number in the Part Number box.
21. Type the notes in the Notes box.

Edit a support component

1. Double-click the pipe support under the project in the Pipe Support Assembly pane.
The Edit component pane displays.
2. Select a component from the Components Available list if a change is needed.
3. Use the Add or Remove arrows to move the component parts needed to the
Components Selected box.
Use the Move Up or Move Down arrows to rearrange the order of the parts as
they display in the drawing in the Components Selected box.
4. Change the CAESAR II Type as needed.
5. Change the Sort for the bill of materials, if needed.
6. Change the Type for the bill of materials, if needed.
7. Update the name of the pipe support in the Name box if needed.
8. Select the Size Range list, and then select sizes to add to or clear from the list.
9. Select or clear the Insulation Options as needed.
10. Change the identifier for ISOGEN in the Identifier box, if needed.
11. Change the SKEY for the ISOGEN, if needed.
12. Select a Message Type, if needed.
13. Type a message text to appear for the pipe support.
14. Select a Detail Sketch, by selecting the ellipsis.
15. Update the long description in the Long box.
16. Update the short description in the Short box.
17. Update the tag in the Tag box.
18. Update the part number in the Part Number box.
19. Update the notes in the Notes box.

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Properties
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Properties
Displays the properties of the specific data you have selected in the project. You can use the
Properties view to change the aspects of a specification, project, catalog, or catalog table file.
Selecting the Fields ellipsis or double clicking Custom Data brings up the New Field or Edit
Field dialog box. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You can also
access the Long Desc Format Setup, Short Desc Format Setup, Tag Format Setup, Part
Number Format Setup, Layer Manager, Material Assignment Setup, and Schedule
Assignment Setup and make changes. Different types of available options vary by
component. Some components have available options that others do not have. You can find the
property explanations in the Appendix.
See Also
Property Descriptions (on page 104)
Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99)
Layer Manager Dialog Box (on page 102)
Matching End Type Table Dialog Box (on page 103)
Material Assignment Setup (on page 103)
Schedule Assignment Setup (on page 103)

Description Format Dialog Boxes

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > <Description Type> Format
Setup ellipsis
Specifies the description format.
Descriptions display in the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and Code boxes
shown in the Component Edit dialog box in CADWorx Plant. For more information, see Local
Edit in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
The information the software displays in the Component Edit dialog box is based on the
associated component definition in the specification. The component definition in the
specification contains fields for Short Annotation, Long Annotation, Tag, and Part Number.
These boxes can be populated with text data or by setting the schema in the Long, Short,
Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) or Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).
You can configure a description schema for the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and
Code boxes at the project level, the specification level, and the component level. If you define
a schema at any of these levels, then the software derives the description from that level.
Component level schemas take precedence over specification level schemas and
specification level schemas take precedence over project level schemas. For instance, if the
sub-category Nipple under Pipe in the Component List tree has a schema defined, then the
information displaying in CADWorx for Nipple derives from this schema. If you remove the
schema
definition from the Nipple sub category, then when you place a Nipple in the model, the schema
derives from the Pipe category description schema under the Component List tree.
If you remove the description schema in Pipe, the description derives from the Component
description schema in the Component List tree. If you delete all of the description schemas at
the component level, then the software repeats the above process internally at the
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When the description format is empty at the component level, then the box under Description
in the New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) reads Using Specification Format. If the
description format is empty at the component level and at the specification level, then the box
under Description in the New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67) reads Using Project
Format.
For more information on the component level, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes (on page 71).
Components List - Displays the available list of components. The Component List consists of
levels of formats as described above. The main Component level covers all components.
Next, the category level covers each category type of component. The next level contains the
individual components. The software reads the schemas that you place in each of these areas in
order from bottom to top. The software always reads the individual components level first. If the
individual component format is empty, then the software reads the category component level. If
the category component level is empty, then the software reads the main component format.
Component Tables drop-down - Displays the list of catalog tables to choose a format.
 Component Tables - Lists the format types available for component tables in Table Fields.
 Material Tables - Lists the format types available for material tables in Table Fields.
 Size Tables - Lists the format types available for size tables in Table Fields.
 Schedule Tables - Lists the format types available for schedule tables in Table Fields.
 DBCode Tables - Lists the format types available for database code tables in Table Fields.
 IndexCode Table - Lists the format types available for index codes tables in Table Fields.
 Thickness Tables - Lists the format types available for thickness tables in Table Fields.
This table is not available in Part Number Format.
 EndType Tables - Lists the format types available for end type tables in Table Fields.
 Spec Tables - Lists the format types available for spec tables in Table Fields. This table is
not available in Part Number Format.
 End Prep Tables - Lists the format types available for the end prep tables in the Table
Fields. This format contains the END_PREP_PTN schema. Select the END_PREP_PTN
schema to add the PTN value from the end preparation table to your descriptions. You must
select an End Prep Table Name in the specification Properties for the end preparation part
number to display correctly. Then, set the PartDescriptionCat variable and the Apply Pipe
End Prep Rule in CADWorx Plant for the END_PREP_PTN to display in your model. For
more information, see PartDescriptionCat and Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in the CADWorx
Plant Users Guide. To add an end preparation table, see End Prep Table (on page 46).
Table Fields - Lists the formats for the chosen table, and enables you to add the table field to
the format.
The DEFINED COMPTYPE in the Component Types view affects the
COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field. Changing the value in the DEFINED COMPTYPE box
changes the descriptions using COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL. The software reads the DEFINED
COMPTYPE you specified for the component. The software then displays the new
DEFINED COMPTYPE value as the description when using the COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL
table field schema. For more information, see Component Types (on page 63).

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<Description Type> Format - Lists the format, and enables you to add the needed formats
from the Table Fields box. If you have added a space or text in the Format box, then you can
select and edit the space or text. Select the space or text, right-click, and then select Edit.
Format - Displays the appearance of the format. You can now add a space or text to the format.
When you click in the <Description Type> Format the space or text you have added appears.
You can then edit the information here or in the <Description Type> Format. Blue words in
Format are keywords and can be selected to copy. Black text is a simple text string and can be
edited as needed.
Example - Displays an example of the format as it would appear in the software.
Import - Imports formats from other projects.
Export - Exports formats for use in other projects.
1. Open an existing project or create a new project. The <Description Type> Format
dialog boxes can be opened in both places. If creating a new project, skip to the second
part of step 3.
2. Click the View tab, and then select Properties in the Display panel.
3. Click the Long Desc, Short Desc, Tag, or Part Number Format Setup box in the
Properties window, and then click an ellipsis.
OR
Click Long Desc, Short Desc, Tag, or Part Number in the New Project window when
creating a new project.
The <Description Type> Format dialog box displays.
4. Select a component from the Components List.
You can also import a format, and then edit it as needed. If you import a format and
do not want to edit it, skip to step 9.
5. Select a table from the tables list above Table fields.
6. Use the left or right arrows to move table boxes from one field to another. Alternatively,
you can drag or double-click a format to add it from Table Fields to the format box.
7. Use the up or down arrows to move the format if needed.
If you want to remove a format, select it, and then press DELETE.
8. To edit the format appearance, select the format in the <Description Type> Format
box, and then change the format in the Format box.
9. Click OK when finished.
You can export the format for use in other specifications.
10. Click File > Save to save changes to the project.
The <Description Type> Format dialog boxes can also be accessed using the Add
Specification command from the Home tab in the Specification panel.

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Layer Manager Dialog Box

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Layer Manager ellipsis
Specifies layers that can be added to the project. The layers you create can be selected at the
specification and component level from Layer Name in the Specification properties or the
New Component pane. Whichever color you set the Layer Color to in the Layer Manager
for any layer appears in the drawing when piping with that specification or drawing a
component. This option can be accessed from the project properties or from the New Project
dialog box.
New Layer - Enables you to add a new layer to the Layer Manager.

Delete Layer - Enables you to delete a layer from the Layer Manager.
Layer Name - Specifies the name of the created layer. The layer name is a default, such as
New1, when first created. Select a layer name, then type the new name in the box to
change any Layer Name.
Layer Color - Specifies the color of the created layer. Select a Layer Color to display a list
and change the layer color. The default color is 1- Red. Select 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4
- Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black from the list, or type 1 through 255 to specify
other colors. You cannot use 0 - ByLayer. If you type 0, you receive the following message
box: Invalid Color. Color must be 1 - 255. Click OK to return to the Layer Manager dialog
box.
Use the up or down arrows to move the layers around.
1. Open an existing project or create a new project. The Layer Manager dialog box can be
opened in both places. If creating a new project, skip to the second part of step 3.
2. Click the View tab, and then select Properties in the Display panel.
3. Click the Layer Manager box in the Properties window, and then click the Layer Manager
ellipsis.
OR
Click Layer Manager in the New Project window when creating a new project.
The Layer Manager dialog box displays.
4. Click New Layer .
A new layer is added to the Layer Manager.

 You can add as many layers as you want at the same time by repeatedly clicking New
Layer .
 Use the up or down arrows to move the layers up or down.
 If you want to remove a format from Layer Manager, select it by clicking to the left of the
name, and then click Delete Layer .
1. Click OK when finished.
2. Click File > Save to save changes to the project.

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Matching End Type Table Dialog Box

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Match End Type ellipsis
Enables you to match end types with each other to be used in the drawing. When placed in the
model components are validated against this Matching End Types Table. The table works in
conjunction with the Apply End Type Rule. For more information, see Apply End Type Rule in
the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
End Type List - Lists the available end types to match.
Add Left - Adds the end type to the left in the End Type Left column.
Add Right - Adds the end type to the right in the End Type Right column.
New - Creates a new line that enables you to add more matched end types to the Matched End
Type list.
Remove - Removes a matched end type from the Matched End Type list.
Remove All - Removes all matching end type pairs from the Matched End Type list.
Default - Sets the default matching end type pairs for the software.
Matched End Type - Specifies the matched end types. All end types can be changed on
either the right or the left by selecting an end type from the End Types List, selecting a row in
Matched End Type, and then clicking either Add Right or Add Left.
 End Type Left - Specifies the end type to the left column.
 End Type Right - Specifies the end type to the right column.
Import - Imports matching end types from other projects.
Export - Exports matching end types for use in other projects.
Material Assignment Setup
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Material Assignment Setup
ellipsis
Specifies the material assigned to each component using the Spec and Grade. The
material assignment for a component can be changed.
1. Select Material Assignment Setup in the Properties window, and then select the Material
Assignment ellipsis.
2. Select a component from the Assign Material list, and then select a new material in the
right column, by using the drop-down arrow. Material numbers in this list are based on
industry standards. To access detailed information on a material number in the Assign
Material list, open the Base Catalog Data, and then open the Material Table.

Schedule Assignment Setup

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Schedule Assignment Setup
ellipsis
Specifies the schedule assigned to each size. The schedule assignment for a size can be
changed.
1. Select Schedule Assignment Setup in the Properties window, then click the Schedule
Assignment Setup ellipsis.
2. Select a size in Schedule Assignment, and then select a new schedule in the right column,
by using the drop-down arrow. Schedules in this list are based on the schedules assigned to
the sizes in the Schedule Tables file. To access detailed information on a schedule in the
schedule list, open the Base Catalog Data, and then open the Schedule Table.

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APPENDIX A

Property Descriptions
This appendix contains all the property descriptions available in CADWorx Spec Editor.

In This Appendix
Project Properties .......................................................................... 104
Pipe Support Assembly Properties ................................................ 106
Catalog Properties ......................................................................... 107

Project Properties
Project Name - Specifies the name of the project. There are no restrictions to naming
conventions.
Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in the
catalog or by selecting a different base catalog.
Catalog Path - Specifies the folder location of the base catalog. You can change the base
catalog by using the Catalog Path ellipsis.
DBCode Table Name - Specifies the name of the database code table from the base catalog.
Long Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the long description attached to the
components.
Short Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the short description format attached
to the components.
Tag Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the tag format attached to the components.
Part Number Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the part number attached to the
components.
For more on the <Description Type> Format Setups, see Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).
BOM Type - Specifies the bill of material type associated with the project. This can be
changed by click the name of the BOM Type, and using the list that appears.
Layer Manager - Specifies the layers associated with a project and displays the Layer
Manager dialog box. For more information, see Layer Manager Dialog Box (on page 102).
Match End Type - Displays the Matching End Type Table dialog box. You can match end
types with other end types for use in CADWorx. For more information, see Matching End
Type Table Dialog Box (on page 103).
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the project. Change as needed.
Custom Data - Add custom data to the project. For more information see, New Field Dialog Box
(on page 60).

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Specification Properties
Specification Name - Specifies the name of the specification being worked in. This can be
edited.
Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in the
catalog or by selecting a different base catalog.
Catalog Path - Specifies the folder location of the base catalog. You can change the base
catalog by using the Catalog Path ellipsis.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this specification. This cannot be edited.
Size Table Name - Specifies the current size table being used by the specification. This
cannot be edited.
DBCode Table Name - Specifies the name of the database code table from the base catalog.
Thickness Table Name - Specifies the current thickness table being used by the specification.
To update this value with available or newly created thickness tables, click the name of the first
table, and then select the new table from the list. For more information, see Thickness Table (on
page 36).
Material Table Name - Specifies the current material table being used by the specification. To
update this value with available or newly created material tables, click the name of the first
table, and select the new table from the list. For more information, see Material Table (on page
33).
Bolt Diameter Table Name - Specifies the current bolt diameter table assigned to the
specification. To update this value with available or newly created bolt diameter tables, click
the name or the blank space, and then select a table from the list. For more information, see
Bolt Diameter Table (on page 27).
Bolt Length Table Name - Specifies the current bolt length table assigned to the
specification. To update this value with available or newly created bolt length tables, click the
name or the blank space, and then select a table from the list. For more information, see Bolt
Length Table (on page 30).
End Prep Table Name - Specifies the current end prep table assigned to the specification. To
update this value with available or newly created end prep tables, click the name or the blank
space, and then select a table from the list. For more information, see End Prep Table (on page
46).
Weight Factor - Specifies the weight of the component. This can be edited.
Component Class - Specifies the classification of the components in the specification.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the temperature rating a component can handle.
Pressure Rating - Specifies the pressure rating a component can handle.
Layer Name - Specifies the numerical value of the layer spec.
AutoCAD Color Index [0-255] - Specifies the color appearance of the components when
using this specification to draw. Select 0 - ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5
- Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black, from the list or type 0 through 255 to specify other
colors.
Long Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the long description attached to the
components.
Short Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the short description format attached
to the components.

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Tag Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the tag format attached to the components.
Part Number Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the part number attached to the
components.
For more on the <Description Type> Format Setups, see Description Format Dialog Boxes
(on page 99).
Limit Spec Size Range To - Specifies the size limit for components within this specification.
This can be edited. You must select newly added sizes in the Limit Spec Size Range To list.
Otherwise, the software does not display the sizes in the Size Range list on the New and
Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
Material Assignment Setup - Specifies material numbers for specific components. For
more information, see Material Assignment Setup (on page 103).
Schedule Assignment Setup - Specifies the schedule values for specific sizes based on the
schedule table. For more information, see Schedule Assignment Setup (on page 103).
Default Flange Type - Specifies the default flange type for the specification. This can be edited.
Reducing Component Selection - Specifies the reduction size setting. There are three options:
 Use Reduction Size - Uses the reduction size for the component.
 Use Main Size - Uses the main size for the component
 Use Larger Wall Thickness - Uses a larger wall thickness for the component.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Spec Description - Specifies the description of the spec. This can be changed.
Custom Data - Add custom data to the specification. For more information see, New Field
Dialog Box (on page 60).

Pipe Support Assembly Properties

Name - Specifies the name of the selected pipe support assembly. This can be edited.
Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in the
catalog or by selecting a different base catalog.
Catalog Path - Specifies the folder location of the base catalog. You can change the base
catalog by using the Catalog Path ellipsis.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to pipe support assembly. This cannot be edited.
Size Table Name - Specifies the current size table being used by the pipe support
assembly. This cannot be edited.
Limit Spec Size Range To - Specifies the size limit for components within this pipe
support assembly. This can be edited.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the catalog. Change as needed.
To see the Component Table properties, see Common Component Properties (on page 114)
and PipeSupport (on page 133).

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Support Component Properties

Name - Specifies the name of the selected support component. You can edit this property.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the catalog. You can edit this property.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Custom data for pipe supports only displays in the model if you create it in the Support
Component Properties under the selected pipe support in the Pipe Support Assembly.

Catalog Properties
Name - Specifies the name of the catalog being worked in. You can edit this property.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this catalog. You can edit this property.
Base Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in
Catalog or by selecting a different base catalog.
Catalog Path - Specifies the folder location of the base catalog. You can change the base
catalog by using the Catalog Path ellipsis.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Catalog Description - Specifies the description of the catalog. You can edit this property.
Each of the tables in the catalog has its own properties.
For more information, see the following topics:
 Size Tables Properties (on page 108)
 Bolt Diameter Table Properties (on page 108)
 Bolt Length Table Properties (on page 109)
 Material Tables Properties (on page 109)
 Schedule Tables Properties (on page 110)
 Thickness Tables Properties (on page 111)
 EndType Tables Properties (on page 111)
 Data Tables Properties (on page 113)
 IndexCode Tables Properties (on page 155)
 DBCode Tables Properties (on page 156)
 End Prep Tables Properties (on page 156)

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Size Tables Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this catalog. You cannot edit this. The value comes
from the units selected when creating the catalog.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number assigned to the table. This can be
edited. The default is 001 and auto-populated by the Specification Editor.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.

Fields
NOM - Nominal Pipe Size - The nominal sizes of the pipe. OD
- Outside Diameter - The diameter of the pipe. DESCRIPTION
- Description - The description of the pipe size. PTN - Part
Number - The part number assigned to the size.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).

Bolt Diameter Table Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this catalog. You cannot edit this. The value comes
from the units selected when creating the catalog.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number assigned to the table. This can be
edited. The default is 001 and auto-populated by the Specification Editor.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.

Fields
DIAMETER - Diameter - Specifies the diameters of each bolt. DESCRIPTION
- Description - Specifies the description of the bolt diameter. PTN - Part
Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the bolt diameter.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).

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Bolt Length Table Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this catalog. You cannot edit this. The value comes
from the units selected when creating the catalog.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number assigned to the table. This can be
edited. The default is 001 and auto-populated by the Specification Editor.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.

Fields
LENGTH - Length - The lengths of each bolt.
DESCRIPTION - Description - The description of the bolt length.
PTN - Part Number - The part number assigned to the bolt length.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).

Material Tables Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.

Fields
SPEC - Material Specification - Value that specifies the material spec.
GRADE - Grade - Value that specifies the grade of the material.
COMPOSITION - Composition - Value that specifies the composition of the material.
COMPTYPES - Component Types - The type of component the material type is associated
with. Use the list to add component types.
DENSITY - Density - Value that specifies the density of the material.
PTN - Part Number - The part number associated with a particular value of material.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).

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Schedule Tables Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number assigned to the table. This can be
edited.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.
Fields
SCH - Schedule - The schedule of the thickness for components.
SCHENCWT - Schedule Enhance Weight - The schedule used with enhanced weight
calculation. Enhanced weight calculation calculates the weights of components based on the
AutoCAD solid geometry, calculated by (the hollow enhanced solid volume multiplied by the
component density). A manufactured component may have a larger wall thickness then the
schedule requires. To make the enhanced weight calculation more accurate, SCHENCWT can
be set to a larger wall thickness schedule. The Enhanced weight calculation is used anytime
the WEIGHT column is 0.0 in a data table. The component drawing mode (2D Double line, 2D
Single line, 3D Solid, or 3D Enhanced) does not have any effect on the weight calculation. The
weight calculation is run in background using a temporary 3D enhanced AutoCAD solid when
using 2D Double line, 2D Single line, or 3D Solid drawing mode.
Weights of the following components are based on the AutoCAD Solid geometry when the
WEIGHT column is 0.0 in the component data table:
PIPE SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
ELBOWS SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
O_LETS SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
TEES SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
CAPS SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
CROSSES SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
LATERALS SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
REDUCERS SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
FLANGES Enhanced Data Table Values used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
Weights of the following components are always based on the Data Table WEIGHT column:
COUPLINGS
GASKETS
BOLTS
WELDS
SANITARY
SPEC_BLIND
BLEED_RING
EXPANSION JOINTS
STRAINERS
UNIONS
USER_SHAPES
VALVES
Y_SHAPE
PTN - Part Number - Value assigned to specific schedules.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).

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Thickness Tables Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Size Table - Specifies the size table associated with the Thickness Table. This cannot
be changed, it is set up when the Thickness Table is created.
Schedule Table - Specifies the schedule table associated with the Thickness Table. This
cannot be changed, it is set up when the Thickness Table is created.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.

Fields
NOM - Nominal Pipe Size - The size of the component from the size table.
Schedule types - The values in this area are schedule table values associated with the thickness
table. They represent the weight and thickness of the component.

EndType Tables Properties

The properties for each component within the EndType Tables are all the same. They are
as follows:
Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
EndType - Specifies the end type for that particular component. This cannot be edited.
Size Table - Specifies the size table associated with the EndType Table. This is set up when the
EndType is created.
Part Number - Specifies the part number associated with that particular component end type.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.
Fields
MAINSIZE - Main size - Specifies the main sizes used for that end type.
OAL - Overall length - Specifies the overall length used for that end type.
FACELEN - face length - Specifies the face length of that end type.
CFD - connection face diameter - Specifies the connection face diameter for that end
type. FFD - face face diameter - Specifies the face face diameter for that end type.
CHD - connection hub diameter - Specifies the connection hub diameter for that end type.
FHD - face hub diameter - Specifies the face hub diameter for that end type.
PENGLEN - pipe engagement length - Specifies the pipe engagement length for that end type.
CPENGD - connection pipe engagement diameter - Specifies the connection pipe engagement
diameter for that end type.
FPENGD - face pipe engagement diameter - Specifies the face pipe engagement diameter
for that end type.

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Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Examples of Component Endtypes
Buttweld Ferrule and Ferrule Hub

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1. OAL 1. OAL
2. FFD 2. CPENGD =
3. PID FPENGD
4. CFD 3. PENGLEN
4. PID
5. FHD

Flanged H, I, Q, and Tri-Clamps

1. FFD 1. CFD
2. FACELEN 2. FACELEN
3. PID 3. PID
4. CFD 4. FFD

Socket Engagement Specific Engagement

1. PID 1. OAL
2. OAL 2. PID
3. FHD

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1. OAL 1. PENGLEN
2. FHD 2. OAL
3. CPENGD 3. PID
= FPENGD
4. PENGLEN
5. PID

Data Tables Properties

Properties in the data table are broken down by the specific components, known as a
category. Most component properties are similar. This list provides the properties for each
category. Properties for each Data Table are listed by type. For more information, see the list
of categories below.

Category Properties
 Name - Specifies the name of the category.
 Type - Specifies the type of component contained in the category.
 Description - Specifies a description of the category.
List of Categories
 Caps (on page 115)
 Couplings (on page 117)
 Crosses (on page 118)
 Elbows (on page 120)
 Flanges (on page 122)
 Gaskets/Bolts/Welds (on page 125)
 Laterals (on page 129)
 O-Lets (on page 131)
 Pipe (on page 132)
 PipeSupport (on page 133)
 Reducers (on page 139)
 Sanitary (on page 140)
 Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint (on page 142)
 Strainers (on page 144)
 Tees (on page 145)
 Topworks (on page 146)
 Unions (on page 149)
 User Shapes (on page 150)
 Valves (on page 151)
 Wye Shape (on page 154)
Common Component Properties
This list of properties specifies the common properties attached to all components within each
category. The rest of the properties are broken down in their respective category for the
component type. Each of the following properties is contained under Component Table in each
category.
Name - Specifies the specific name of each component based on type and schedule. This can
be changed.
Type - Specifies the type of the actual component. This is the common name of the
component and cannot be changed.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the component. This is based on the size table
selected when the component was added to the category. This cannot be changed.
Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to that particular component type.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the long description of the component. This includes the common name,
the end type, and the weight. This can be changed.
Short Description - Specifies the short description of the component. This can be changed.
Tag - Specifies the tag of the component. This can be changed.

ETS
ETS or Bitwise End Type Placement Control is common to most but not all data tables. ETS
controls the end type display.

ETS Description
In the 2012 legacy program, flanged components such as 45FL, 90FL, CONFL, ECCFL, PIPFL,
TEEFL, and YFL use the FLGS variable to control displaying of endtype at the ends. This
variable is a bitwise flag (0, 1, 2…) and depends on the numbered connections of the
component, as shown in the graphic below.
In the 2013 and later systems, the data tables also have an ETS variable (Endtype bitwise flag)
to control display endtypes. This is similar to the legacy FLGS variable, as shown in the
graphic below.

When importing, the FLGS variable converts to the ETS variable. Otherwise, a default value
is set that depends on the number connection of components. For example: the value is 1 for
CAPS and 15 for CROSSES.
Flanged pipes use special components. PIPFL is a special endtype component, and PIPFL2 is a
flanged component. In 2D single mode, the components have different shapes.
The ETS of PIPFL is a design value of 100, 101, 102, or 103, such as ETS = 103.

The design of PIPFL2 is ETS with a value of 0, 1, 2, or 3, such as ETS = 3

Caps
Specifies the caps properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Caps to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to Cap or Plug.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties specified. If a property is not
listed for a component, then that component does not use the property.
Default EndType Data Table Setup
Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
HUBOD - Hub Outside Diameter - Specifies the diameter value for the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Cap Plug

1. LEN 1. LEN
2.MAINSIZE 2. HUBOD
3. HUBOD 3. REDSIZE
Couplings
Specifies the couplings properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Couplings to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a coupling component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The
reduction property is only available on reducing components.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
HUBOD - Hub Outside Diameter - Specifies the diameter value for the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control.
The software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Coupling Coupling Reducing
1. MAINSIZE 1. MAINSIZE
2. LEN 2. LEN
3. HUBOD 3. REDSIZE

Coupling Half Coupling Nut

1. MAINSIZE 1. HUBOD
2. LEN 2. LEN
3. HUBOD

Crosses
Specifies the crosses properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Crosses to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a cross component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
Branch1 - Specifies the first branch end type associated with that component. This can
be
changed.
Branch2 - Specifies the second branch end type associated with that component. This can
be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The
reduction property is only available on reducing components.
CENEND1 - Center to Branch 1 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
CENEND2 - Center to Branch 2 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
CENEND3 - Center to Branch 3 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
CENEND4 - Center to Branch 4 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Cross Cross Reducing

1. CENEND1 1. CENEND1
2. CENEND2 2. CENEND2
3. CENEND3 3. CENEND3
4. CENEND4 4. CENEND4
5. MAINSIZE 5. MAINSIZE
6. REDSIZE
Elbows
Specifies the elbow properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Elbows to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to an elbow component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The
reduction property is only available on reducing components.
RAD - Radius - Specifies the radius of the elbow. The type of the elbow is determined by the
size of the Radius. For a long-radius elbow, RAD is greater than 1.5 * MAINSIZE. For a short-
radius elbow, RAD is less than MAINSIZE. The RAD formula that you use should be the same
for each row in the RAD column. If they are different, then the software determines the elbow
type by the majority (more than 60% of the RAD boxes containing the same formula) of the
formulas that you have entered.
ANG - Angle - Specifies the angle of the elbow.
SEGS - Number of Segments - Specifies the number of segments on a Mitered Elbow. SEGS is
only available on a Mitered Elbow.
STLEN - Start Tangent Length - Specifies a tangent length.
ETLEN - End Tangent Length - Specifies a tangent length.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Elbow (180_BW, 45L_BW, Elbow (90L_SR_BW,
90L_BW) 180_SR_BW)

1. 1. ANG
MAINSIZE
2. MAINSIZE
2. RAD
3. RAD

Elbow (45L_SW/TR, Reducing Elbow

90L_SW/TR)

1. RAD 1. REDSIZE
2. 2. RAD
MAINSIZE
3. MAINSIZE
3. STLEN
4. ETLEN

Street Elbow Mitered Elbow

1. RAD 1. MAINSIZE
2. 2. RADIUS
MAINSIZE
3. ETLEN
4. ANGLE
5. STLEN
Flanges
Specifies the flanges properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Flanges to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a flange component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The
reduction property is only available on reducing components.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
FLGTHK - Flange Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the flange.
FLGDIA - Flange Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the flange.
HDLE - HUB Diameter Large End - Specifies the diameter of the large end of the flange.
HDSE - HUB Diameter Small End - Specifies the diameter of the small end of the flange.
PENG - Pipe Engagement - Specifies the value of the pipe engagement.
PSB - Pipe Set Back - Specifies the value of the pipe set back for the flange.
LJLEN - Lap Joint Length - Specifies the lab joint length for the flange.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Enhancement
RFD - Raised Face Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the raised face.
RFLEN - Raised Face Length - Specifies the length of the raised face.
BHD - Bolt Hole Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt hole.
BCD - Bolt Circle Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt circle.
BHN - Bolt Hole Number - Specifies the number of bolt holes.
OTD - Orifice Tap Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the orifice tab.
OTA - Orifice Tap Angle - Specifies the angle of the orifice tab.
OTN - Orifice Tap Number - Specifies the value attached to that specific orifice tab.
PID - Pipe Inside Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the inside of the pipe.
RF - Fillet Radius - Specifies the radius of the fillet.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Flange Blind Flange Lap Joint
1. BHD 1. HDLE=HDSE
2. RFLEN 2. PID
3 and 4. 3. FLGTHK
FLGTHK = 4. RFLEN
LEN, 5. RFD
5. RFD 6. BCD
6. BCD 7. FLGDIA
7. FLGDIA 8. LEN
9. BHD

Long Weld Neck Flange Weld Neck

1. HDLE 1. HDLE
2. HDSE 2. HDSE
3. PID 3. PID
4. FLGTHK 4. FLGTHK
5. RFLEN 5. RFLEN
6. RFD 6. RFD
7. BCD 7. BCD
8. FLGDIA 8. FLGDIA
9. LEN 9. LEN
10. BHD 10. BHD
Flange Reducing Slip On Flange Reducing Threaded
1. HDLE 1. HDLE
2. HDSE 2. HDSE
3. PENG 3. PENG
4. PSB 4. PSB
5. LEN 5. FLGTHK
6. PID 6. RFLEN
7. RFD 7. PID
8. BCD 8. RFD
9. FLGDIA 9. BCD
10. RFLEN 10. FLGDIA
11. FLGTHK 11. LEN
12. BHD 12. BHD
Flange Reducing Weld Neck Flange Slip On
1. HDLE 1. HDLE
2. HDSE 2. HDSE
3. PID 3. PENG
4. FLGTHK 4. PSB
5. RFLEN 5. FLGTHK
6. RFD 6. RFLEN
7. BCD 7. PID
8. FLGDIA 8. RFD
9. LEN 9. BCD
10. BHD 10. FLGDIA
11. LEN
12. BHD
Flange Socket Weld Flange Threaded
1. HDLE 1. HDLE =
2. HDSE HDSE
3. PENG 2. MAINSIZE
4. PSB 3. LEN
5. LEN 4. RFD
6. PID 5. BCD
7. RFD 6. FLGDIA
8. BCD 7. RFLEN
9. FLGDIA 8. FLGTHK
10. RFLEN 9. BHD
11. FLGTHK
12. BHD
Stub
1. HDLE
2. HDSE
3. PIPETHK
4. FLGTHK
5. FLGDIA
6. LEN
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds
Specifies the gasket, bolt, and weld properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Gaskets/Bolds/Welds to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a weld, gasket, or bolt.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Gaskets

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
FLGOD - Flange Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of a flange for a gasket.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of a gasket.
RNO - Ring Number - Specifies the ring number of a gasket.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
INSIDEDIAMETER - Inside Diameter - Specifies the inside diameter of the gasket.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Gasket
1. MAINSIZE
2. THCK
3. FLGOD
Bolts

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
NOSET - Number of bolts in set - Specifies the amount of bolts for a set of flanges or
connections.
DIA - Bolt Diameter - Specifies the diameter of a bolt.
LEN - Length - Specifies the length of a bolt.
TYPE - Bolt Type - Specifies the bolt type.
NUTCNT - Nut Count - Specifies the number of nuts per bolt.
NUTTHK - Nut Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the nut associated with the bolt.
EXT - Bolt Extension - Specifies the extension of the bolt.
TOL - Tolerance - Specifies the tolerance of the bolt and used to round the bolt length after
calculation.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
If the bolt Weight equals 0.0 in the Stud Bolts data table, the software calculates the weight
using the Density value from the Material Table and the AutoCAD solid volume of the whole
set of bolts.
 If the bolt Weight is greater than 0.0 for flange-to-flange components, then the software
assigns the weight to the bolt set without performing any other calculations. However,
when there is a component between the flanges, such as a bleed ring, the software
uses the Density and solid volume calculation.
WASHERTHK - Washer Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the washer on a bolt.
WASHERCNT - Washer Count - Specifies the number of washers per bolt.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by double-
clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Bolt Length Calculation
Bolt Type =1:
1 - Thread
2 - Nut
3 - Runout
4 - Shank
5 - Radius
6 - Head
7 - Thread Length
8 - Grip Length
9 - Nominal Length
Bolt Type = 2: with bolt extension

1 - Nuts
2 - Thread
3 - Nominal
Length
4 - Bolt Extension

Nut Count
Nut count = 1, Washer count = 0

Nut count = 2, Washer count = 2

Nut count = 5, Washer count = 4

Bolt Length Formula
Bolt Type = 1:
BOLT LEN = Round (X + Nut Count * Nut Thickness + Bolt extension + Number Washer *
Washer Thickness)
Bolt Type = 2:
BOLT LEN = Round (X + Nut Count * Nut Thickness + 2 * Bolt extension + Number Washer *
Washer Thickness)
The bolt length = maximum of (BOLT LEN, Length in the data table).
Where X is:

The round function works with the BoltRoundControl setting.

BoltRoundControl specifies the rounding of bolt length:
 0 - No rounding is performed.
 1 - Rounds the value up to the nearest multiple of the value specified in Tolerance.
 2 - Rounds the value down to the nearest multiple of the value specified in Tolerance.
 3 - Rounds the value up or down to the nearest multiple of the value specified in Tolerance.
If the bolt Weight equals 0.0 in the Stud Bolts data table, the software calculates the weight
using the Density value from the Material Table and the AutoCAD solid volume of the whole
set of bolts.
If the bolt Weight is greater than 0.0 for flange-to-flange components, then the software
assigns the weight to the bolt set without performing any other calculations. However, when
there is a component between the flanges, such as a bleed ring, the software uses the Density
and solid volume calculation.
Bolt Flanges
Two flange components are required, with optional gaskets and components.
Components in the middle must have a wafer end type on both ends. Two components
are allowed.

1 - Bleed ring
2 - Spectacle
blind
Welds

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of a weld.
TYPE - Type - Specifies the type of weld.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component. PENETRATION - Penetration -
Specifies the penetration value of the weld. REINFORCEMENTOUTSIDE - Reinforcement
Outside - Specifies the outside reinforcement of
the weld.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Weld

1. Thickness

Laterals
Specifies the laterals properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Laterals to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a lateral component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Default EndType Data Table Setup
Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed. End -
Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed. Branch1 -
Specifies the branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The
reduction option is only available on reducing components.
CSEND - Center to Small End - Specifies the small center end.
CLEND - Center to Large End - Specifies the large center end.
CBRH - Center to Branch - Specifies the center branch.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Lateral Lateral Reducing
1. CBRH 1. CBRH
2. 2. REDSIZE
MAINSIZE 3.
3. CSEND MAINSIZE
4. CLEND 4. CLEND
5. CSEND
O-Lets
Specifies the o-lets properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to O-Lets to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to an o-let component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component. PSA -
Pipe Sizes Allowed - Specifies the pipe size allowed for the O-let. HUBOD -
HUB Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the O-let. PROJ -
Outside Projection - Specifies the projection from the outer point.
OLETANGLE - Olet Angle - Specifies the angle of the O-let.
PENG - Pipe Engagement - Specifies the pipe engagement of the O-let.
PSB - Pipe Set Back - Specifies the set back of the pipe from the end point.
POD - Pipe Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the pipe.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Elbow-O-Let Nip-O-Let

1. HUBOD 1. PROJ
2. PROJ 2. SOCTHR
3. HUBOD
4. PSA

O-Let
Lateral-O-Let

Pipe
Specifies the pipe properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Pipe to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a pipe component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
MINLEN - Optional Minimum Pipe Length - Specifies the optional minimum lengths for the
component.
MAXLEN - Optional Maximum Pipe Length - Specifies the optional maximum lengths for the
component.
THRDCL - Threaded close length - Specifies the length of a threaded close for a nipple.
SOCCL - Socket close length - Specifies the length of a socket close for a nipple.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Pipe

1. MAXLEN
2. MINLEN
3. MAINSIZE

Nipple

PipeSupport
Specifies the pipe support properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to PipeSupport to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to pipe support.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties specified. If a property is not
listed for a pipe support, then that support does not use the property. In the list below, some
descriptions contain specific support names because they are only available with those
supports.
Show Optional - Specifies how the variable length can be selected in the Pipe Support Data
dialog box. This property appears under the Component Table list, but is unique to the
PipeSupport data table. For more information on the Pipe Support Data dialog box, see
Support Modeler Palette in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
 0 - Specifies that the components in the Pipe Support Data dialog box use the default data
in the Data Table.
 1 - Specifies that you can select specific sizes for the components of a pipe support in the
Pipe Support Data dialog box. The sizes listed are based on the size of the support already
selected. If duplicate sizes are available, they are listed here. Click the ellipsis under Data
Table to make this selection.
 2 - Specifies that you can select all sizes for the components of a pipe support in the Pipe
Support Data dialog box. All sizes for parts available in the data table are listed when this
option is selected. Click the ellipsis under Data Table to make this selection.

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
MAXPIPEOD - Max Pipe Outside Diameter - Specifies the maximum outside diameter for a pipe
resting on a support. This is only available for the Clevis Hanger V Bottom.
LENGTH1 - Length1 - Specifies length one of the pipe support.
LENGTH2 - Length2 - Specifies length two of the pipe support.
BOLTOD - Bolt OD - Specifies the outside diameter of the bolt on the Ubolt support.
LEGLENGTH - Leg Length - Specifies the leg length on the Ubolt support.
EXTENSION - Extension - Specifies the extension of the strap.
DROP - Drop - Specifies the drop of the pipe support.
GAP - Gap - Specifies the gap of the pipe support.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the pipe support.
WIDTH - Width - Specifies the width of the horizontal pipe clamp.
NUMBEROFBOLT1 - Number Of Bolt1 - Specifies the value of bolt one on the pipe clamps.
BOLTDIAMETER1 - Bolt1 Diameter - Specifies the diameter of bolt one on the horizontal pipe
clamp.
BOLTLENGTH1 - Bolt1 Length - Specifies the length of bolt one on the horizontal pipe clamp.
NUMBEROFBOLT2 - Number Of Bolt2 - Specifies the value of bolt two on the pipe clamps.
BOLTDIAMETER2 - Bolt2 Diameter - Specifies the diameter of bolt one on the horizontal pipe
clamp.
BOLTLENGTH2 - Bolt2 Length - Specifies the length of bolt one on the horizontal pipe clamp.
BOLTSET - Bolt Set - Specifies the value for the bolt set on the horizontal pipe clamp.
SUBDIRECTORY - Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the support is located. This
is
only available in the Custom category.
DWGNAME - Drawing Name - Specifies the drawing name of the support.
SCALE - Scale - Specifies the scale of the pipe support.
ROTATION - Rotation - Specifies the direction of the support.
CLAMPWEBTHK - Clamp Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness for the clamp
web. CLAMPDEPTH - Clamp Depth - Specifies the depth of the beam clamp.
CLAMPTHK - Clamp Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam clamp.
CLAMPWIDTH - Clamp Width - Specifies the width of the beam clamp.
BEAMFLGWIDTH - Beam FLG Width - Specifies the width of the beam flange.
BEAMFLGTHK - Beam FLG Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam flange.
BEAMWEBTHK - Beam Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam web.
LFB - Length From Bottom - Specifies the length from the bottom of the clevis hanger types.
LFC - Length From Center - Specifies the length from the center of the clevis and swivel ring
hanger types.
UPPERTHK - Upper Thickness - Specifies the upper thickness of the clevis hanger types.
UPPERWIDTH - Upper Width - Specifies the upper width of the clevis hanger types.
LOWERTHK - Lower Thickness - Specifies the lower thickness of the clevis hanger types.
LOWERWIDTH - Lower Width - Specifies the lower width of the clevis hanger types.
UPPERLENGTH - Upper Length - Specifies the upper length of the clevis and swivel ring
hanger types.
UPPERHEIGHT - Upper Height - Specifies the upper height of the clevis hanger types.
NUMBEROFBOLT - Number Of Bolt - Specifies the number of bolts on the support.
BOLTDIAMETER - Bolt Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt on the support.
BOLTLENGTH - Bolt Length - Specifies the length of the bolt on the support.
WEBHEIGHT - Web Height - Specifies the height of the web on the pipe shoe support.
WEBTHK - Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the web on the pipe shoe
support.
FLANGETHK - Flange Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the flange on the pipe shoe
support.
FLANGEWIDTH - Flange Width - Specifies the width of the flange on the pipe show
support. DISTANCEWEB Distance Web - Specifies the web distance on the pipe shoe
support.
IBHX - Insulation Band Hole X - Specifies the X insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHY - Insulation Band Hole Y - Specifies the Y insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHD - Insulation Band Hole D - Specifies the D insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHTOP - Insulation Band Hole Top - Specifies the top insulation band hole on the pipe shoe
support.
PLATEBW - End Plate Bottom Width - Specifies the width of the bottom end plate on the pipe
shoe support.
PLATETW - End Plate Top Width - Specifies the width of the top end plate on the pipe shoe
support.
PLATEOY - End Plate Offset From Bottom - Specifies the offset from the bottom for the end
plate on the pipe shoe support.
PLATEOX - End Plate Offset From Side - Specifies the offset from the side for the end plate on
the pipe shoe support.
ANGLE - Angle - The angle of the pipe clamp. For 90 degrees create a hanger pipe clamp. For
0 degrees create a horizontal pipe clamp.
SUPPORTOD - Support OD - Specifies the outside diameter of the pipe support.
WALLTHK - Wall Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the pipe support.
LENGTH - Length - Specifies the length of the pipe support.
DIAMETER - Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the rod and spring hanger supports.
WIDTH - Width - Specifies the width of the pipe support.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight of the support.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table,
and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by double-
clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field
exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Custom data for pipe supports only displays in the model if you create it in the Support
Component Properties under the selected pipe support in the Pipe Support Assembly. For
more information, see Support Component Properties (on page 107).
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Beam Clamp Clevis Hanger Flat Top
1. BEAM 1. UPPER WIDTH
FLANGE THK 2. UPPER THK
2. BEAM 3. BOLT
FLANGE DIAMETER
WIDTH 4. LFB
3. BEAM WEB 5. LOWER THK
THK 6. 3 x BOLT
4. CLAMP DIAMETER
THK 7.LOWER WIDTH
5.CLAMP
DEPTH
6. CLAMP
WEB THK
7.CLAMP
WIDTH
Clevis Hanger Clevis Hanger V Bottom
1. UPPER 1. UPPER WIDTH
WIDTH 2. UPPER
2. UPPER HEIGHT
HEIGHT 3. UPPER THK
3. UPPER 4. UPPER
LENGTH LENGTH
4. UPPER 5. LFB
THK 6. 3 x BOLT
5.BOLT DIAMETER
DIAMETER 7. MAIN SIZE
6. LFC 8. MAX OD
7. MAIN SIZE 9. BOLT
8. LOWER DIAMETER
THK 10. LOWER THK
9. 3 x BOLT 11. LOWER
DIAMETER WIDTH
10. LOWER
WIDTH
Custom Pipe Clamp
1. WIDTH
2. THK
3. LENGTH1
4. LENGTH2
5. GAP
6. MAIN SIZE

Pipe Pipe Shoe

1. SUPPORT 1. LENGTH
OD 2. FLANGE THK
2. LENGTH 3. WEB THK
3. WALL THK 4. FLANGE
WIDTH
5. WEB HEIGHT
Plate Rod
1. WIDTH 1. DIAMETER
2. LENGTH 2. LENGTH
3. THK

Saddle Split Ring Hanger

1. THK 1. WIDTH
2. MAIN SIZE 2. GAP
3. DROP 3. MAIN SIZE
4. LENGTH1 4. BOLD
5. LENGTH2 DIAMETER
6. WIDTH 5. THK

Spring Hanger Strap

1. LENGTH 1. WIDTH
2. DIAMETER 2. EXTENSION
3. THK
4. LENGTH1
5. LENGTH2
6. GAP
7. MAIN SIZE

Swivel Ring Hanger UBolt

1. WIDTH 1. LEG LENGTH
2. UPPER 2. BOLT OD
LENGTH 3. MAIN SIZE
3. LFC
4. MAIN SIZE
5. THK
Reducers
Specifies the reducer's properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Reducers to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a reducer component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The
reduction property is only available on reducing components.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
CENOFF - Center Lines Offset - Specifies the offset of the center line.
SESLEN - Small End Straight Length - Specifies the straight length of the small end of
the reducer.
LESLEN - Large End Straight Length - Specifies the straight length of the large end of the
reducer.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Bushing Concentric / Swage

Concentric
 1. LEN 1. MAINSIZE
2. 2. LESLEN
MAINSIZE
3. LEN
3. REDSIZE
4. SESLEN
5. REDSIZE

Eccentric / Swage Eccentric

1.
MAINSIZE
2. LESLEN
3. LEN
4. SESLEN
5. REDSIZE
6. CENOFF

Sanitary
Specifies the sanitary properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Sanitary to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a sanitary component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed. End -
Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed. Branch1 -
Specifies the branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The
reduction property is only available on reducing components.
RAD - Radius - Specifies the radius of the uben.
ANG - Angle - Specifies the angle of the uben.
STLEN - Start Straight Length - Specifies the distance from the start port to the start of the
curve.
ENLEN - End Straight Length - Specifies the distance from the end port to the start of the
curve. PROJ - Side to project branch -
BRANPROJ - Branch projection - Specifies the distance from the centerline of the bend to the
end of branch projection.
ACTLG - Actuator length - Specifies the length of the actuator.
ACTOD - Actuator outside diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the actuator.
YOKELG - Yoke length - Specifies the length of the yoke for a multi-port.
CENCEN - Center to center ports - Specifies the distance from the center to the center of ports.
CENPORT - Center to port - Specifies the distance from the center to the port.
CENSTEM - Center to stem - Specifies the distance from the center to the stem.
Body Type - Expand for information on Body 1, Body 2, and Body 3.
BODY1 - Body 1 - Specifies the component drawn for body 1 based off the image below.
Values entered can be from 1 to 9.
BODY2 - Body 2 - Specifies the component drawn for body 2 based off the image below.
Values entered can be from 1 to 9.
BODY3 - Body 3 - Specifies the component drawn for body 3 based off the image below.
Values entered can be from 1 to 9.
ANGLE1 - Angle 1 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
ANGLE2 - Angel 2 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
ANGLE3 - Angle 3 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint

Specifies the spectacle blind, bleed ring, and expansion joint properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a spectacle blind, bleed ring, or expansion joint.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
FLGOD - Flange Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of a flange for a bleed ring,
expansion joint, or spectacle blind.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of a gasket or a weld.
CCOAL - Center to Center / Overall Length - Specifies the center to center distance or the
overall length of the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Bleed Ring Expansion Joint

 1. FLGOD 1. THK
2. THK 2. FLGOD
3. CCOAL
4. MAINSIZE

Spectacle Blind

1. FLGOD
2. THK
3. CCOAL
Strainers
Specifies the strainers properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Strainers to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a strainer component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed. End -
Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed. Branch1 -
Specifies the branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
CENBTM - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the extreme bottom
of the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Strainer

1. CENBTM
2. MAINSIZE

Tees
Specifies the tees properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Tees to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a tee component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Tees. The category opens
and you need to click a plus + sign next to a tee group. Next, click the actual data table. Some of
the components do not have some of the following properties. If a property is not listed when
clicking on a particular component that component does not use that particular property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed. End -
Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed. Branch1 -
Specifies the branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduce Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. Only available
on reducing components.
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the distance from the center to the main end.
CEND - Center to End 2 - Specifies the distance from the center to the end end.
CBRH - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the branch end.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Tee Tee Reducing

 1. MAINSIZE 1.
2. CMAIN MAINSIZE

3. CEND 2. CMAIN

4. CBRH 3. CEND
4. CBRH
5. REDSIZE

Topworks
Specifies the topworks properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Topworks to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a topworks component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
OPOR - Operator Outside Radius - Specifies the radius from the center to the outside of the
actuator wheel.
OPTHK - Operator Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the operator wheel.
RESERVED - RESERVED
OPLENGTH - Operator Length - Specifies the length of the operator stem. HANDLEOR -
Handle Bar Outside Radius - Specifies the outside radius of the handle. HANDLELENGTH
- Handle Length - Specifies the length of the handle to operate the valve. SUBDIRECTORY
- Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the topwork is located. DWGNAME -
Drawing Name - Specifies the drawing name of the topwork.
ROTATION - Rotation - Specifies the direction of the topwork.
LEFTOR - Left Outside Radius - Specifies the left outside radius.
LEFTLENGTH - Left Side Length - Specifies the left side length of the topwork. This property
is only on a topwork that has sides.
RIGHTOR - Right Outside Radius - Specifies the right outside radius of the topwork
RIGHTLENGTH - Right Side Length - Specifies the right length side of the topwork. This
property is only on a topwork that has sides.
NODERADIUS - Node Radius - Specifies the radius of the node. This property is only on
a topwork that contains a node.
GEARBT - Gear Bottom to Stem Bottom - Specifies the distance from the top of the stem to the
bottom of the stem.
WHEELBT - Gear Top to Gear Bottom - Specifies the distance from the top of the gear box to
the top of the stem.
WHEELFT - Stem to Wheel Distance - Specifies the distance of the wheel to the stem.
WHEELOR - Wheel Outside Radius - Specifies the outside radius of the wheel.
WHEELLENGTH - Wheel Length - Specifies the length of the wheel.
SPOKENUMBER - Number of Spokes - Specifies the number of spokes on the wheel.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Actuator Gear1
 1. OPOR 1. WHEELFT
2. OPOR/2 2. 2*OPTHK
3. MAINSIZE 3. OPTHK
4. OPLENGTH 4. WHEELOR
5. GEARBT
6. WHEELBT
7. OPLENGTH

Gear2 GearActuator
1. 1. 2*OPOR
2*NODERADIUS 2. OPLENGTH
2. RIGHTLENGTH 3. GEARBT
3. OPTHK 4.
4. OPLENGTH WHEELLENGTH
5. 2*OPOR
6. LEFTLENGTH

Lever1 Lever2
1. HANDLENGHT 1. HANDLENGHT
2. OPLENGTH 2. 2*HANDOR
3. 2*OPOR 3. 2*OPOR
4. 2*HANDOR 4. OPLENGTH
5. OPTHK

Wheel
1. OPOR/5
2. 2*OPTHK
3. OPLENGTH
4. MAINSIZE
5. OPOR
Unions
Specifies the union's properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Unions to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a union component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
NUTCRNS - Nut Crown distance - Specifies the distance of the nut crown.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Union

1. NUTCRNS
2. LEN
3. MAINSIZE
User Shapes
Specifies the user shapes properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to User Shapes to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a user shape component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component.
TYPE - Type - Specifies the type of user shape.
SUBDIRECTORY - Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the user shape is located.
DWG3DSOLID - Drawing Name for 3d Solid mode - Specifies the drawing name given to
the user shape when it was created.
DWG2DDOUBLE - Drawing Name for 2D Double Line mode - Specifies the drawing name
given to the user shape when it was created.
DWG2DSINGLE - Drawing Name for 2D Single Line mode - Specifies the drawing name
given to the user shape when it was created.
CONNPOINT - Connection points - Specifies the value of the user shapes connection points.
REFPOINT - Reference points - Specifies the value of the reference connection points for the
user shape.
CONNDIRECT - Array Connection directions - Specifies the value of the direction for the
connection points of the user shape.
CONNREDUCER - Array Connection reduce flags - Specifies the value for the reducing
connections flags.
CONNENDTYPE - Array Connection endtypes - Specifies the value for the connection points
endtypes.
PROFILEPOINT - Array profile points - Specifies the user shapes profile points if there are any.
DENSITY - Density - Specifies the density of the user shape.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
LENGTH - Length - Specifies the length for the component.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
Valves
Specifies the valves properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Valves to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a valve component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed. End -
Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed. Branch1 -
Specifies the branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The
reduction property is only available on reducing components.
HUBOD - Hub Outside Diameter - Specifies the diameter value for the component.
ODIN - Outside Diameter Inlet - Specifies the outside diameter of the inlet.
SQ - Square Dimension - Specifies the square dimensions of the valve.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
OAL - Overall length - Specifies the overall length of the component.
ENDPORT - End to port outlet - Specifies the distance from the end to the port outlet.
CENFEMALE - Center to Female End - Specifies the distance from the center to the female
end.
CPRES - Center to pressure end - Specifies the distance from the center to the pressure end.
ODPRES - Outside Diameter Pressure End - Specifies the outside diameter of the pressure
end.
CREL - Center to relief end - Specifies the distance from the center to the relief end.
ODREL - Outside Diameter Relief End - Specifies the outside diameter of the relief end.
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the distance from the center to the main end.
CEND - Center to End 2 - Specifies the distance from the center to the end end.
CBRH - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the branch end.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.
3-Way Valve 4-Way Valve
 1. HUBOD 1. HUBOD
2. CMAIN 2. CMAIN
3. CEND 3. CBRH
4. CBRH

Angle Valve Ball Valve

1. ODPRES 1. MAINSIZE
2. CPRES 2. LENGTH
3. CREL 3. HUBOD
4. ODREL

Butterfly Valve Check Valve

1. HUBOD 1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH 2. LENGTH
Control Valve Dual Check Valve
1. HUBOD 1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH 2. LENGTH

Diaphragm Valve Xbody Gate Valve

1. HUBOD 1. MAINSIZE
2. LENGTH 2.
CENFEMALE
3. OAL
4. HUBOD

Gage Valve Gate Valve

1. 1. HUBOD
MAINSIZE 2. LENGTH
2.
ENDPORT
3. OAL
4. SQ

Globe Valve Needle Valve

1. 1. HUBOD
MAINSIZE 2. LENGTH
2. LENGTH

Plug Valve Relief Valve

1. HUBOD 1. CPRES
2. LENGTH 2. ODPRES
3. ODREL
4. CREL
Rotary Valve
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH

Wye Shape
Specifies the wye shape properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Wye Shape to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a wye shape component.
3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.

Default EndType Data Table Setup

Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option
is set to True. When set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed. End -
Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed. Branch1 -
Specifies the branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the
associated data table is added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For
more information, see New and Edit Component Pane (on page 67).

Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the center main to the end of the wye.
CEND - Center to Branch 1 End - Specifies the center of the first branch to the end of the wye.
CBRH - Center to Branch 2 End - Specifies the center of the second branch to the end of the
wye.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The
software calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For more
information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
 USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for
each individual component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data
table, and then select Add User Part Number Column. You can also accomplish this by
double- clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and creating the USER_PART_NUMBER
field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the USER_PART_NUMBER column, click
Cancel.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60). You
can access the custom data fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box.
For more information, see Component Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images
are provided when available.

Wye

1. CBRH
2. CEND
3. CMAIN
4. MAINSIZE

IndexCode Tables Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.

Fields
INDEXCODE - Index Code - Specifies the index code for a specific component. Index codes are
associated with the database code property INDEXCODE. For more information, see DBCode
Tables Properties (on page 156).
DESCRIPTION - Description - The description of the component associated with the index code.
COMPTYPE - Component Type - Specifies the component type associated with the index code.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
DBCode Tables Properties
Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Version - Specifies the Spec Editor version. This cannot be edited.
IndexCode Table - Specifies the IndexCode Table selected when creating a DBCode table.
This cannot be edited.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. This can be edited.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. This can be edited.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.

Fields
INDEXCODE - Index Code - Specifies the index code associated with the selected database
code table.
DESCRIPTION - Description - Specifies the description of the component associated with the
index code in the INDEXCODE field.
MAINSIZE - Main size - Specifies the main sizes used for the specific index code and
description.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the specific index code and
description.
PTN - Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to a specific index code row. When a
database code is imported, the part numbers that display contain the PTN designation, the
index code, and an ascending numeric value.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).

End Prep Tables Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. You can edit this property.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number assigned to the table. You can edit
this property. The default is 001 and auto-populated by the Specification Editor.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. You can edit this property.

Fields
NAME – Specifies the name of the end preparation. The name is an abbreviation of the
description.
DESCRIPTION – Specifies the description of the end preparation. The description is the
long description of the name.
PTN – Specifies the part number for the end preparation.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
APPENDIX B

Update History

Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2014 SP1:

Software Enhancements
 You can now decide if your model receives custom data information using the Attach Field
to Components check box in the New Field dialog box. For more information, see New
Field Dialog Box (on page 60).
 Spec Editor now retains the window size.
 O-Let groups are split, so that the long description for each O-Let now reads correctly.
 You can now use size table custom data in the long description.
 Updated the Component tree view icon in the description format dialog boxes.
 LEN_CMP_TBL uses the calculated length of the bolt in the description formats.

Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2014:

Software Enhancements
 You can now import legacy pipe supports from an assembly file or a data file for use in
CADWorx. For more information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File
(on page 52) and Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File (on page 53).
 You can now import and export formats in the Long Description Format, Short
Description Format, Tag Format, and Part Number Format dialog boxes. For more
information, see Description Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
 You can now enter the Short Description and Tag in the Properties pane for each
component. For more information, see Common Component Properties (on page 114).
 You can now add and view the category PipeSupport. Added the PipeSupport category
property descriptions to the Property Descriptions (on page 104). For more information,
see PipeSupport (on page 133).
 Added the Pipe Support Assembly pane to the project file. You can add new pipe support
assemblies and add new pipe support components. For more information, see Pipe Support
Assembly (on page 95), Add Pipe Support Assembly (on page 87), Add Support
Component (on page 95), and Add a new support component (on page 97).
 You can now import Smart Plant Reference Data specifications using the Import
Specification From SPRD File option. For more information, see Import Specification
From SPRD File (on page 85).
 You can now add a DBCode table in Catalog or import from a file. DBCodes can be
specified when starting a new project, adding a new specification, and adding the
DBCode Table to an existing project. You can change the DBCode table properties in all
locations dealing with DBCodes. For more information, see DBCode Table (on page 44),
Import

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DBCode Table From File (on page 45), Add DBCode Table (on page 45), DBCode Tables
folder (on page 59), New Project (on page 16), Add Specification (on page 65), Add a new
specification (on page 66), Edit Project Specs features (on page 78), Project Properties (on
page 104), Specification Properties (on page 105), and DBCode Tables Properties (on page
156). All of these topics have been updated or added to the manual.
 You can now create an IndexCode table for a Catalog. For more information, see
IndexCode Table (on page 43).
 You can now double-click to add formats to the format setup dialog boxes. Part Number
Format has been added to the New and Edit Component pane. For more information, see
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on page 71) and Description
Format Dialog Boxes (on page 99).
 You can now define layers using the Layer Manager. For more information, see Layer
Manager Dialog Box (on page 102).
 You can now set the end types to match up by using the Matching End Type Table. For
more information, see Matching End Type Table Dialog Box (on page 103).
 You can now add custom data throughout the Specification Editor to projects, specifications,
tables, and more using either the Custom Data option or the right-click Add Custom Data
To All Tables option. For more information, see Edit data table features (on page 42) or any
topic with the property Custom Data. All properties are listed in Property Descriptions (on
page 104).
 You can now copy components in the components list in a project. For more information,
see Copy (on page 20).
 When you import the DAT file using Import By Spec, the DBCode Table and the
IndexCode Table attached to the file display in the Catalog Data. For more
information, see Import By Spec (on page 48).
 You can now view and change component types using the Component Types view. For
more information, see Display Panel (on page 58) and Component Types (on page 63).
 You can now select Mitered Elbow in Type when creating a data table for Elbows. For
more information, see Elbows (on page 120).

Users Guide
 Added all new properties with descriptions to the Property Descriptions (on page 104).

Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2013 R2:

Software Enhancements
 You can now import AutoCAD Plant 3D catalogs using the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D
Catalog Data option. For more information, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data
(on page 24).
 You can now import AutoCAD Plant 3D specifications to a project using the Import
AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data option. For more information, see Import
AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data (on page 81).
 You can now review catalog data when updating a project from a catalog with the Review
Update option. You can also use the Review Table Links option on the Catalog panel to
review and update. For more information, see Catalog Panel (on page 89), Update From

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Catalog (on page 89), Review Update (on page 89), Review Table Links (on page 90), and
Review Table Links Dialog Box (on page 90).
 You can now review the catalog data between a catalog and its base catalog by selecting
the Review Table Links option in the right-click menu. For more information, see Edit
table features (on page 22) and Review Table Links Dialog Box (on page 90).
 You can now setup the short description and tag formats for projects. For more information,
see New Project (on page 16), Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes (on
page 71), Add single new component to a spec (on page 73), New and Edit Component
Pane (on page 67), Add Multi Component Pane (on page 76), Add multiple new
components to a spec (on page 77), Project Properties (on page 104), and Specification
Properties (on page 105). All of these topics have been updated or added to the manual.

Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2013 R1:

Software Enhancements
 You can now import AutoPLANT specification and data using the Import AutoPLANT Data
option. For more information, see Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data (on page 23).
 You can now export data to an Excel or text document with the Export to Text Excel. For
more information, see Export Data Panel (on page 57) and Export Table To Text Excel (on
page 57).
 You now can find and replace text in a project with the Find and Replace option. For more
information, see Editing Panel (on page 92) and Find and Replace (on page 92).
 You can now right-click in the Main List View and import legacy catalogs from a spec or data
file, export to text or Excel, or Import AutoPLANT Data. For more information, see Edit
table features (on page 22).

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 Catalog Panel • 90
A Catalog Properties • 108
Category Table • 39
About • 18
Clipboard Panel • 19
Add a new bolt diameter table • 28
Common Component Properties • 115
Add a new bolt length table • 31
Component Tables • 63
Add a new data table • 40
Component Types • 63
Add a new end prep table • 47
Copy • 20
Add a new endtype table • 38
Couplings • 118
Add a new material table • 33
Create a new properties field • 62
Add a new schedule table • 35 Crosses • 119
Add a new size table • 26
Cut • 21
Add a new specification • 67
Add a new support component • 98
Add a new thickness table • 36 D
Add DBCode Table • 45 Data Table • 39
Add Index Code Table • 44 Data Tables folder • 59
Add MAINSIZE • 38 Data Tables Properties • 114
Add Multi Component Pane • 77 DBCode Table • 44
Add multiple new components to a spec • DBCode Tables folder • 60
78 DBCode Tables Properties • 157
Add New Diameter • 29 Description Format Dialog Boxes • 100
Add New Length • 31 Display Panel • 58, 95
Add New MAINSIZE • 38 Display the bolt diameter part number in
Add New Size • 27 CADWorx Plant • 29
Add new topworks table • 42 Display the bolt length part number in
Add new user shape • 41 CADWorx Plant • 32
Add Pipe Support Assembly • 88
Add Schedule • 35 E
Add single new component to a spec • 74
Add Specification • 66 Edit a field • 63
Add Standard Diameter • 28 Edit a support component • 99
Add Standard EndPrep • 47 Edit bolt diameter table • 29
Add Standard Length • 31 Edit bolt length table • 31
Add Standard Size • 27 Edit data table features • 42
Add Support Component • 96 Edit end prep table • 48
Add Table Panel • 21 Edit endtype table • 38
Edit material table • 34
Edit Project Specs features • 79
B Edit schedule table • 35
Base Catalog Data • 60 Edit size table • 27
Bolt Diameter Table • 27 Edit Table Features • 22
Bolt Diameter Table Properties • 109 Edit thickness table • 37
Bolt Length Table • 30 Editing Panel • 93
Bolt Length Table Properties • 110 Elbows • 121
End Prep Table • 46
C End Prep Tables Properties • 157
End Type Table • 37
Caps • 116 EndType Tables • 63
Catalog Data • 55, 58

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 Index

EndType Tables folder • 59 K

EndType Tables Properties • 112
Exit Spec Editor • 18 Keywords • 11
Export Data Panel • 57, 92
Export Specification To Text Excel • 93 L
Export Table To Text Excel • 57 Laterals • 130
Layer Manager Dialog Box • 103
F Legacy Catalog Data Panel • 48
File • 15 Legacy Specification Panel • 92
Find and Replace • 93 List Items Dialog Box • 62
Flanges • 123 Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes • 72
G
M
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds • 126
Matching End Type Table Dialog Box • 104
Material Assignment Setup • 104
H Material Table • 33
Help • 14 Material Tables folder • 59
Home Catalog Tab • 19 Material Tables Properties • 110
Home Project Tab • 65 Miscellaneous folder • 60

I N
Import a single specification using a New and Edit Component Pane • 68
CADWorx catalog • 85 New Catalog • 15
Import a single specification using an New Field Dialog Box • 61
AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog • 84 New Project • 16
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data • 24
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification O
Data • 82
Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data • 23 O-Lets • 132
Import AutoPLANT Specification Data • 80 Open • 17
Import By Spec • 48 Other Editing Features • 21
Import DBCode Table From File • 45
Import From Data File • 50 P
Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly • 89 Paste • 19
Import Legacy Specification • 92 Pipe • 133
Import multiple specifications using a Pipe Support Assembly • 96
CADWorx catalog • 85 Pipe Support Assembly Properties • 107
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Pipe Support Panel • 88
Assembly File • 52 PipeSupport • 134
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File PLANT 3D Size Table Detail Dialog Box •
• 53 83
Import Specification From SPRD File • 86 Project Catalog Data • 95
IndexCode Table • 43 Project Data • 56
IndexCode Tables folder • 59 Project Properties • 105
IndexCode Tables Properties • 156 Project Specs • 95
Insert Multiple Rows • 46 Properties • 60, 100
Insert Row • 34 Property Descriptions • 105
Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and
Specification Editor • 7

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Q W
Quick Access Toolbar • 14 What's New in Spec Editor • 9
Wye Shape • 155
R
Recent Files • 18
Reducers • 140
Remove Row • 21
Review Table Links • 91
Review Table Links Dialog Box • 91
Review Update • 90

S
Sanitary • 141
Save • 18
Save As • 18
Schedule Assignment Setup • 104
Schedule Table • 34
Schedule Tables folder • 59
Schedule Tables Properties • 111
Size Table • 26
Size Tables folder • 59
Size Tables Properties • 109
Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint • 143
Specification Panel • 65
Specification Properties • 106
Status Bar • 14
Strainers • 145
Support Component Properties • 108

T
Tees • 146
Thickness Table • 36
Thickness Tables folder • 59
Thickness Tables Properties • 112
Topworks • 147
Transfer Data Panel • 54

U
Undo • 21
Unions • 150
Update From Catalog • 90
Update History • 158
User Shapes • 151

V
Valves • 152
View Catalog Tab • 58
View Project Tab • 95