Creating the First Node of a Route

You can create the first node of a route from a port or along a surface.

Before you begin: Set the expected route properties under Context in the Data Info Panel. For more information, see Defining a Context from an Object
  1. From the Fluid Design section of the action bar, click Create Route .
    You switch to the Piping & Tubing 3D Part Design app.
  2. In the First Node panel, select the options of your choice.
    OptionDescription
    Use Selection Data

    Do not get data from selection: the properties of the route remain the same.

    Get data from selection: the properties of the route are modified according to the properties of the selected port.

    Note: In case of parametric part or route, see Parametric Parts for more information about the expected behavior.
    Selection Type

    Pick Port from selection: the port routing is automatically launched.

    Pick Surface from selection: the routing on surface command is automatically launched.

    Note: This option is used when you select an item of equipment to route from port or along a surface due to the size of equipment.
    Selection Mode

    Automatically select nearest port: the nearest port is automatically selected.

    Select port manually: all the ports are displayed to let you choose the port of your choice from which you want to start routing.

    • If you select Pick Port From Selection :
      1. Select a part or an item of equipment.

        Ports are highlighted.

      2. Select a port.

        The manipulator appears with the Length Manipulator highlighted and the Length Manipulator panel appears. You can start creating the route.

    • If you select Pick Surface From Selection , select any surface to start routing along a surface. You can also select the surface of a part or an item of equipment. The Route along Surface command is activated.

      For more information, see Routing along a Surface.

    The route is created with the first compatible properties. If you want to change the properties, you can use the Data Information Panel.