Introduction
When analyzing a model in AutoPIPE Vessel the following Error number was reported.
77 BRACKETS: error in reading file dimcon.emsd for current diameter.
Why and how to avoid it?
Instructions
AutoPIPE Vessel considers the Bracket Support details according to the selected Geometry Standard (APVessel).
Please refer to the image below:
This indicates that all dimensional data are sourced from the customizable file (dimcon.emsd) for the respective vessel diameter.
In this instance, the vessel diameter (Dia. 2400mm) exceeds the diameter available in the customizable file (Dia. 1548mm, that gives this error message. Please see the details below:
Resolution:
- Update the customizable file to include the desired diameter with the appropriate bracket dimensions.
- Alternatively, select the user-defined option and manually enter all the required dimensions.
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