Defining the dimensional groups is the step in storing and managing dimensional data. You need dimensional groups to store, display, and manage default, working and vendor dimensional data. Moreover, instrument types are also associated with dimensional groups. Hence, new tag numbers whose instrument type is associated with a particular dimensional group will contain dimensional data and this dimensional record will be displayed in the Working Data window.
The Domain Administrator first needs to import DDP library data, including default
groups.
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In the Dimensional Data for Piping window, select Tables > Dimensional Groups.
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To create a new dimensional group, in the Dimensional Groups dialog, select New.
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Under Dimensional Group, type the group name.
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Under Description, type the group description.
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Select the 3 Points and/or 4 Points check boxes, depending on how many connection points you want to define.
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In the CAD Code field, type the required CAD code.
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To define the current group parameters, select Properties. See Define Dimensional Group Properties for more details.
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To assign a picture to the selected group, do the following:
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Under Picture, select Assign.
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In the Select Group Picture dialog, navigate to the required file, and select Open.
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To assign a dimensional data sheet form to the current group, under Form, select Assign.