This rule governs the behaviour that produces a warning condition on a pipe if the pipe length exceeds the value specified for the maximum pipe length, or is less than the value specified for the minimum pipe length.
This rule determines whether the 3D length of the pipe meets the values specified for the minimum and maximum pipe lengths. For this rule, the pipe is measured from pipe end to pipe end, not from the inside edge of the structure.
This rule is useful for design situations that require or recommend a maximum, continuous pipe length. This rule also includes a minimum pipe length warning option. Keep in mind that this rule does not prevent you from exceeding the minimum/maximum lengths. It notifies you that the specified length is being exceeded.
Parameters
The following parameters govern the behaviour of the Length Check rule.
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Maximum Pipe Length. This parameter lets you define a maximum length for pipes. When this parameter (rule) is in use, you can still draw pipes that exceed the defined maximum pipe length. However, the object will be displayed with a warning icon in the Prospector list view. Note that this parameter provides validation only; it does not alter (move or resize) the part in the drawing in any way. It simply produces a rule violation on the part if the specified value is exceeded.
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Minimum Pipe Length. This parameter lets you define a minimum length for pipes. When this parameter (rule) is in use, you can still draw pipes that are shorter than the defined minimum pipe length. However, the object will be displayed with a warning icon in the Prospector list view. Note that this parameter provides validation only; it does not alter (move or resize) the part in the drawing in any way. It simply produces a rule violation on the part if the specified value is not met.