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Create a custom component and transform it to an iPart factory. Then use the Tube and Pipe Authoring to set specific parameters for the iPart. After that, publish the iPart into a Content Center library.

You can also author and publish a part (not an iPart) as a fitting.

1. Open the pipe.ipt iPart file from the Tutorial Files Tube & Pipe Example_iparts folder.
   

   Optionally, right-click Table in the Model browser and select Edit Table to review the iPart parameters in iPart Author dialog box. Then close the dialog box.

2. On the ribbon, click Manage tab Author panel Tube and Pipe.
   TipIf needed, expand the drop-down menu to select Tube and Pipe Authoring.
3. In the Type list, select Pipes. The default value in the Connections list is 2 and cannot be modified.
4. Verify that Connection Number 1 is selected to indicate that you are setting the information for Connection 1.

   In the End Treatment list, select Welded.

5. Click the red required fields, and select the attributes from the list as shown in the following image.
   
   NoteThe table defines mapping between attributes in the iPart table and required attributes of a part authored in the Pipes category.
6. Click Point if needed, and then select the connection point in the graphics window.
   • Pause the cursor over the geometry until the circular edge is highlighted as shown.
     
   • Click to select the highlighted edge.

     A connection point is displayed at the center of the circular edge.

     
7. Click Axis in the Tube and Pipe Authoring dialog box, and then define the connection axis in the graphics window.

   Pause the cursor over the same circular edge that you selected for the work point, and click to select. An arrow shows the axis direction.

   
   TipIf the axis points toward the inside of the part, click Flip Direction. The connection direction must point toward the engaging fitting, so it often points outward.
8. Ensure Neutral connection is select. Neutral is automatically selected when the Welded end treatment is set.
9. Specify the Engagement setting: Select Distance in the list. Confirm that 0 is set in Max and Min fields.
   NoteIf the Engagement section is not available, a required setting was not yet set. Complete all previous settings first.
   TipWhen connecting pipe parts, the connection only applies to the engagement definition of the adjacent fittings by default. Any engagement parameters specified for a pipe iPart are ignored by default for the connection to the adjacent fittings. It is recommended that you set a fixed value of 0 in such cases.

   The Connection Number 1 is now black, indicating that all connection criteria are satisfied for Connection 1.

10. Click the Connection Number 2 to begin defining the second connection.

    The parameter mapping is populated with information set for Connection 1. Since the nominal sizes are the same, no editing is needed.

11. Set End Treatment to Welded.
12. To define the connection information, click the circular edge on the other pipe end to set the connection point and connect axis.
    
    NoteFor the Tubes, Pipes, and Hoses part types being authored, you do not have to specify the Pipe Length parameter for connections other than Connection 1. The Pipe Length parameter is unique for a conduit part.
13. Specify the Engagement setting: Select Distance and confirm that 0 is set in Max and Min fields.
14. The Connection Number 1 and 2 are now black, indicating that all required connection criteria are set. Verify that all values are set properly.

    Click OK to close the Tube & Pipe Authoring dialog box.

    Then click OK on the Authoring Result dialog box.

15. Save the authored pipe iPart and close the part file.

    All authoring changes are saved for the next time you author the iPart again. You can publish the authored pipe to the Content Center.

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1. Open the 45Elbow.ipt iPart file. Use the View Cube or the Orbit to adjust the viewpoint to approximate the following image.
   
2. Switch on the Visibility of all part work axes and points. Select Work Point 1 and 2, and Work Axis 1 and 2 in the Model browser, right-click, and select Visibility.
   
3. On the ribbon, click Manage tab Author panel Tube and Pipe.
4. On the Tube & Pipe Authoring dialog box, specify:

   Type: 

   Elbows

   Connections: 

   2
5. Set the following attributes for Connection Number 1:

   End Treatment: 

   Welded

   Parameter and Table Mapping:  Nominal Size:

   NPS

   Connection: 

   Female

   Connection Point and Connection Axis: 

   Select Work Point 1 and Work Axis 1
   

   Engangement

   Max: Distance: 

   0 inch

   Min % of Max: 

   0
6. Click Connection Number 2, and set the same attributes as for Connection Number 1 with the following exception: Select Work Point 2 as Connection Point and Work Axis 2 Connection Axis.
   
7. Specify the following ISOGEN properties:

   Type: 

   ELBOW

   SKey: 

   ELBW - Elbow - Butt Weld (90 degree and 45 degree)

   ITEM-CODE:

   Enter 90 45 LLR

   Description:

   Enter ELBOW 90 45 DEGREE BW ASTM A043 WPF316 SCH.40
8. Review all values for Connection 1 and 2, and then click OK to close the Tube & Pipe Authoring dialog box.
9. On the Authoring Result dialog box, click OK.
10. Save the authored 45-degree elbow iPart, and close the part file.

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1. Open the 90LongEelbow.ipt iPart file. Use the View Cube or the Orbit to adjust the viewpoint to approximate the following image.
   
2. Switch on the Visibility of all part work axes and points. Select Work Point 1 and 2, and Work Axis 1 and 2 in the Model browser, right-click and select Visibility.
3. On the ribbon, click Manage tab Author panel Tube and Pipe.
4. On the Tube & Pipe Authoring dialog box, specify:

   Type: 

   Elbows

   Connections: 

   2
5. Click Connection Number 1 and set the following attributes:

   End Treatment: 

   Welded

   Parameter and Table Mapping:  Nominal Size:

   NPS

   Connection Point and Connection Axis: 

   Select Work Point 1 and Work Axis 1

   Connection: 

   Female

   Engagement

   Max: Distance: 

   0 inch

   Min % of Max: 

   0
6. Click Connection Number 2, and set the same attributes as for Connection Number 1 with the following exception: Select Work Point 2 as Connection Point and Work Axis 2 Connection Axis.
7. Specify the following ISOGEN properties:

   Type: 

   ELBOW

   SKey: 

   ELBW - Elbow - Butt Weld (90 degree and 45 degree)

   ITEM-CODE:

   90 45 LLR

   Description:

   ELBOW 90 45 DEGREE BW ASTM A043 WPF316 SCH.40
8. Review all values for Connection 1 and 2, and then click OK to close the Tube & Pipe Authoring dialog box.
9. On the Authoring Result dialog box, click OK.
10. Save the authored 90-degree elbow iPart, and close the part file.

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Read/write Content Center library must be available to publish parts. Review your current Content Center configuration and create a read/write library, if appropriate.

1. Click ManageProjects.
2. On the Projects dialog box, confirm that the tutorial_files project is the active project. If needed, double-click the tutorial_files project in the projects list to set it the active project.
3. In the lower-right corner of the Projects dialog box, click the Configure Content Center Libraries button.

   The Configure Libraries dialog box displays a list of Content Center libraries in your library storage location.

4. Review the list of libraries. If a read/write library is available in the list, you can use this library and continue with step 9.
5. If you work in the Desktop Content environment, click the Create Library button on the Configure Libraries dialog box.
   NoteIf your Content Center libraries are stored on a server, create a library by using the server console. Then add the library to the configuration in the project. See the Help for more details.
6. Enter My Tube and Pipe Library in the Display Name field. The File Name uses the same string automatically.
7. Click OK. My Tube and Pipe Library is created in the Desktop Content folder.
8. A newly created library is automatically added to the Content Center configuration. Verify that the In Use box is selected for the My Tube and Pipe Library, and the library status is Read/Write.
9. Click OK to close the Configure Libraries dialog box.
10. Click Save in the Projects dialog box, and then click Done.

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1. Open the pipe.ipt part you previously authored.
2. On the ribbon, click Manage tab Content Center panel Publish Part.

   The Publish Guide dialog box displays.

3. Select My Tube and Pipe Library from the list and accept the default language, and then click Next.
4. Confirm that Pipes is selected from the category list and click Next.
5. Accept the default mapping between the iPart family columns and category parameters and click Next.

   The default mapping comes from authoring. You do not have to change it.

   NoteIn the mapping table, required family columns and category parameters represent a different background color from optional properties that follow.
6. Ensure that you have the three family key columns for the pipe part in the order of NPS, SCH, and PL. Click Next.
   TipIf key columns from the published iPart do not satisfy the design, you can change the family key columns in this step. Key columns determine a part placed from the library to the assembly.
7. Specify the pipe part family properties as follows:

   Family Name: 

   pipe

   Family Description:

   Custom Welded Pipe

   Family Folder Name: 

   pipe

   Standard Organization: 

   SampleOrganization

   Manufacturer: 

   SampleCompany

   Standard: 

   SampleStandard

   Standard Revision: 

   1
   NoteMultiple styles can be used in a single tube and pipe run. Different styles can use different standards. So the Standards Organization and Standard information is required when you plan to use a differing standard part in a style.
8. Click Next.

   The thumbnail image of the published part is displayed.

   Note If appropriate, you can change the thumbnail image for future use in the Content Center. Click the Browse button and select a new thumbnail image.
9. Click Publish.
10. When the Publish dialog box prompts about the successful publish, click OK.

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The published part is added to Custom LibraryTube & PipeConduitsPipes category. Use Content Center Editor to verify the published pipe part family.

1. On the ribbon, click Manage tab Content Center panel Editor.
2. On the Category View panel on the left, expand the Tube & PipeConduits, and click the Pipes category. Part families available in the Pipes category are listed in the panel on the right.
3. Scroll down in the Pipes category to locate the previously published pipe.
4. Right-click the Pipe family, and click Family Properties on the menu.
5. Review family properties in the Family Properties dialog box. Notice that the name of the Library is My Tube and Pipe Library. Then click Cancel to close the Family Properties dialog box.
   NoteFamily properties identify the part in Content Center. They can be used to locate the part in the Detail View or using Content Center Search. If appropriate, change family properties for the published part.
6. Right-click the pipe family, and click Family Table on the menu.
7. Review the family table of the pipe family. Then click Cancel to close the Family Table dialog box
   NoteThe family table includes all family members (parts) that can be placed in assemblies. If appropriate, edit the family table to add new family members, define new columns, change properties of existing columns, and so on.
8. Select My Tube and Pipe Library from the Library View list on the Content Center Editor dialog box. Notice that only content included in My Tube and Pipe Library displays and other content is filtered out.
9. Click Done to close the Content Center Editor dialog box.

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1. Open the 45Elbow.ipt iPart.
2. On the ribbon, click Manage tab Content Center panel Publish Part.

   The Publish Guide dialog box displays.

3. Select My Tube and Pipe Library from the list and accept the default language, and then click Next.
4. Confirm that Elbows is selected from the category list and click Next.
5. Accept the default mapping between the iPart family columns and category parameters and click Next.
6. Accept the default family key column and click Next.
7. Specify the following family properties and click Next.

   Family Name: 

   45Elbow

   Family Description:

   Butt Weld 45 Elbow

   Family Folder Name: 

   45Elbow

   Standard Organization: 

   SampleOrganization

   Manufacturer: 

   SampleCompany

   Standard: 

   SampleStandard

   Standard Revision: 

   1
8. Review the Thumbnail image and click Publish. Then click OK.

The part is published in Tube and PipeFittingsElbows category. You can review the published part by using Content Center Editor.

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1. Open the 90LongElbow.ipt iPart.
2. On the ribbon, click Manage tab Content Center panel Publish Part.

   The Publish Guide dialog box displays.

3. Select My Tube and Pipe Library from the list and accept the default language, and then click Next.
4. Confirm that Elbows is selected from the category list and click Next.
5. Accept the default mapping between the iPart family columns and category parameters and click Next.
6. Accept the default family key column and click Next.
7. Specify the following family properties and click Next.

   Family Name: 

   90LongElbow

   Family Description:

   Butt Weld 90 Long Elbow

   Family Folder Name: 

   90LongElbow

   Standard Organization: 

   SampleOrganization

   Manufacturer: 

   SampleCompany

   Standard: 

   SampleStandard

   Standard Revision: 

   1
8. Review the Thumbnail image and click Publish. Then click OK.

The part is published in Tube and PipeFittingsElbows category. You can review the published part by using Content Center Editor.

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1. Open the Accumulator.iam file from the Tutorial Files Tube & Pipe Accumulator folder.
2. Double-click Tube & Pipe Runs in the Model browser to enter the Tube and Pipe environment.
3. On the ribbon, click Tube and Pipe tab Run panel Tube and Pipe Styles to display the Tube & Pipe Styles dialog box.
4. On the Tube & Pipe Styles dialog box, expand Rigid Pipes and Fittings. Then select ASTM A53/A53M-ASME B16.11 - Welded Steel Pipe from the list.
5. Click New to create a style based on the selected style.
6. On the General tab, enter Custom Welded Pipe (1/4, 90) in the Name field. Enter My Styles in the Category field.
7. In the Components table, right-click the Pipe row and select Browse.
8. In the Library Browser dialog box, select Standard. Then select SampleStandard from the list.
9. Click Filter, so the custom pipe you created is the only item listed.
10. Select the pipe, and then click OK.
11. In the Components table, right-click the Elbow 90 and select Browse.
12. In the Library Browser dialog box, select Standard. Then select SampleStandard from the list.
13. Click Filter, so the custom elbow you created is the only item listed.
14. Select the 90LongElbow, and then click OK.
15. In the Components table, right-click the Elbow 45 and select Browse.
16. In the Library Browser dialog box, select Standard. Then select SampleStandard from the list.
17. Click Filter, so the custom elbow you created is the only item listed.
18. Select the 45Elbow, and then click OK.
19. On the General tab under Diameter, set the following options:

    Nominal Diameter: 

    1/4 inch

    Schedule:

    80
    TipNotice that the couplings are not required for welded routes, so they are listed as optional. Pause the cursor over the symbol to view the tooltip.
20. On the Rules tab, specify:

    Min: 

    1 inch

    Max: 

    200 inch

    Inc.: 

    0.1 inch
21. Click Save.
22. Click Close.

    The new style Custom Welded Pipe (1/4, 90) is created and available for creating new rigid pipe routes.

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In this tutorial, you:

• Authored three iParts.
• Set up a new Content Center library.
• Published iParts in the library.
• Created a style using published parts.

What Next? - As a next step, you can create a rigid pipe route in the Accumulator assembly, and use the new style to populate the route. Or, you can apply the new style to Pipe Run 2 in the Accumulator assembly. See the Get Started with Tube and Pipe tutorial or the online help for more information. Alternatively, continue with other Tube and Pipe tutorials.

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