How to insert a USER SIF in AutoPIPE?


Applies To
Product(s):AutoPIPE
Version(s):ALL;
Environment: N/A
Area: Command
Original Author:Bentley Technical Support Group
Date Logged
& Current Version
April. 2017
11.00.00.22

Problem:

How to insert a USER SIF in AutoPIPE?

Solution:

Command Location:

Command location varies depending on the version of AutoPIPE being used:

AutoPIPE CONNECT v11.xx and higher

One location: Insert tab> Xtra Data group> Joint Type and User SIF icon button:

Also see binoculars in upper right corner to see more command locations:

AutoPIPE CONNECT v10.xx and lower

Select drop down listing, Insert> Xtra Data> Joint Type and user SIF> 

Command dialog:

After initiating the command a  new dialog will appear,

Note: dialog above may be different depending on Piping code and year used

1. Select the correct weld type

or

2. Choose "User Define" from the listing and enter the SIF values.

3. In addition, enable the check-box "Override all other SIFs at this point" (see online help to fully understand this setting) :

See Also

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