Adds a block-based component to a catalog.
List of Options
General properties cannot be changed after the component is created. You can modify additional properties in the Catalog tab after the part is created.
Basic Part Family Information
- Component Category
- Sets the group of piping components and graphics to list.
- Component
- Specifies the Plant 3D class from a list. AutoCAD Plant 3D toolset does not support adding classes to the list.
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Note: A ValveBody supports actuator substitution.
- Short Description
- Specifies a short description. You can change this value after the component is added to the catalog.
- Primary End Type
- Specifies an end type from a list of end types in the current catalog. You can also enter a new primary end type. The primary end type is the default value for connection ports.
- The primary end type can also filter components in the Catalog Browser.
- You can change specific connection ports from the default in the Catalog Editor tab after creating the part.
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Note: Set a blank primary end type for actuators.
- Size Range
- Specifies a range of sizes to add to the size list. After sizes are added, you can import custom geometry and specify port properties.
Graphics Selection
When you select the Custom Graphics option, the Number of Connection Ports control is displayed.
Launch Catalog Builder
Runs the Catalog Builder.