You can modify piping system properties using the System Properties tool available from the system editor.
To change the System Type for a pipe that is part of a system, follow the steps below to select a different System Type in the Properties palette.
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In the drawing area, select one of the components in the system, and click the Pipe Systems tab.
When more than one system is associated with the selected component, the available systems are listed in the System Selector dropdown.
- Select a system and click Edit System.
All except the components in the selected system are dimmed in the view, and the Edit Pipe System ribbon commands display. The Properties palette displays the System Name, System Equipment and the Number of Elements in the system.
Instance properties for the selected system display in the Properties palette. The System Type may be changed using the Type Selector. Note that only System Types assigned to the same System Classification will display.
- Make changes and click Apply.
- Click
Finish Editing System to confirm the selection or
Cancel Editing System to discard the change.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Number of Elements | The number of piping components in the system. |
| System Equipment | Mechanical equipment assigned to the system. |
| System Type | The type of system (Hydronic Return, Hydronic Supply, Other). |
| System Name | String that uniquely identifies the system. |
| Volume | The volume of liquid contained in the system. |
| Static Pressure | Pressure with no fluid flowing in the system. |
| Fluid Type | Fluid type. |
| Fluid Temperature | Fluid temperature - units are determined by Project Units setting. |
| Fluid Dynamic Viscosity | Fluid resistance to flow - units are determined by Project Units setting. |
| Fluid Density | Fluid weight per cubic measure - units are determined by Project Units setting. |
| Flow | Cumulative flow for the system, based on the flow for individual components in the system. |