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How to create Pipe Development Drawing
Following procedure explains how one can create pipe development drawing with dimensions
from Tekla Structures.
1) Create model with PD/SPD profiles & create connections at node using Round Tube(23)
macro.
2) Create Single part drawing using wrap_tp setting.
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3) Go to view properties Set view scale to say 10 switch off shortening rotate view if
required.
4) Draw line at bottom edge & copy it at top using copy command with ortho switched on.
5) Use divide command to split line in required number of equal parts.
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6) Switch on only end point snap & create vertical generator lines.
7) Use Trim command to trim generator lines along curve.
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8) Use horizontal & vertical dimension command to complete development dimensioning.
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