Automatic Nominal Diameter Check Function

The 'Automatic Nominal Diameter Check' function warns when a pipe support is outside the specified clamping range.

Video Tutorial

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Select a Support

Select a support from the pipe class. In this example, a DN100 pipe shoe with a clamping range of 109-115mm is placed on a pipe with an outer diameter of 108mm.

Pipe shoe selection in AutoCAD Plant3D

Step 2: Place the Support

Place the support onto the pipe by selecting the desired position.

Placing the support in AutoCAD Plant3D

Step 3: Notification Appears

If the pipe size is outside the specified clamping range, a message will appear stating "Pipe OD not in support range".

Error message in AutoCAD Plant3D

Step 4: Confirm the Notification

Click the "OK" button to confirm the message and proceed with the placement.

OK button in AutoCAD Plant3D

Step 5: Visual Warning Representation

The support will now be additionally displayed in red to indicate that it is outside the permissible clamping range.

Red marked support in AutoCAD Plant3D