Add Part Numbers in the Model

General

  • With the function, it is possible to add part numbers in the model, when previously (versions < 28.0.XX) part numbering had to be done always in the model drawing.
  • You can start numbering the parts from the number you want and define the so-called number increment interval, which can also be negative, i.e. the next part to be numbered automatically gets a smaller number.
  • The numbered parts are highlighted either with a color that is visible both on the list and in the model, or the numbered part is hidden from the model.
  • If the part to be selected from the model belongs to a subassembly in the main assembly or its subassembly, then the subassembly below the main assembly will be selected.
    • The exception to this are parts that belong to a subassembly whose properties have the option Explode To Part List selected. They are numbered like the parts of the main assembly.
  • If you select a part or subassembly of the model that already has a number, the program activates a line from the list where you can enter a new number if necessary.
  • Note that the program does not prevent you from adding the same number to different parts if you enter the number in the list yourself.
  • You can also still add part numbers in the drawing of the model: Part Number into Model Drawing

Add Part Numbers in the Model

  1. Select the function Assembly | Tools | Part Number.
  2. Enter the first part number.
  3. Enter or confirm the increase interval of numbers.
    • The default is 1.
  4. Choose how you want to visualize the numbered parts
    • Color numbered elements.
    • Hide numbered elements.
  5. Select the part or subassembly to be numbered from the model
    • The program adds its part number to the list.
    • The program marks the numbered parts in the assembly visually with colors.
    • You can also select a part or subassembly from the list and enter a part number for it.
    • An alternative to part selecting is to select the function Add numbers automatically.
  6. Continue until all parts are numbered.