Edit Parts with Other Parts - Pipe Lead-throughs

You can fit parts together in an assembly.

For example, pipe holes and welding grooves can be easily created with the Boolean function.

An example of editing with parts.

  1. The starting point is an assembly model, which includes the following:
    • Cross-plates (2 pcs)
    • Pipes (8 pcs)
    • Shell

  2. Select a larger cross-plate to be edited and select the context-sensitive function Edit.
  3. Select the context-sensitive function Boolean.
    • Select the Subtract function.
    • Select Only the Biggest Volume Stays.
    • Enter the Offset value. Defines the welding groove for the pipe lead-through (mm).
    • Select the tool parts: Select the pipes one at a time with the Add button. You can select parts from the model or the assembly tree.
    • When all pipes have been selected, click ConfirmOK.
    • Preview by clicking the Apply button.

    Boolean Operation Data

  4. Click OK.
  5. Select Confirm.

  6. Make the pipe lead-throughs to the smaller cross-plate in the same way.