Pipe type
is a way of classifying pipe based on their size and the way that the
pipe interacts with other elements in the drawing. Pipe types include
Sprigs, Drops, Branch Lines, Riser Nipples, and Cross Mains. A pipe type
is automatically designated in AutoSPRINK by the Smart
Pipe function. Smart Pipe assigns a pipe type based on a series of
rules used by AutoSPRINK.
These rules are known as smart pipe logic. This logic allows many functions
in AutoSPRINK to be automated, which saves users design time.
However, the default settings may not always fit each designers specific situation. For example, by default the Maximum Branch Line Size is set to a 2" diameter. According to smart pipe logic, if the pipe is horizontal and larger than the Branch Line Size, the pipe will be a Cross Main. If the user wishes to have 3" pipe automatically assigned as branch lines, they can control this using Fabrication Standards. Fabrication Standards provide a way for users to personalize how AutoSPRINK assigns pipe type and other classifications in the drawing.
Pipe type can also be controlled for individual pipes by using the Type-Group drop-down menu in the Properties Dialog for the pipe.
The following are processes that use the Pipe Types to act differently depending on their purpose:
The user specifies which pipe types are to get outlets and which are to get fittings during the Cleanup Intersections process.
The preferred end type for each pipe type is also specified. This is used when setting the pipe type in the Pipe Properties toolbar. When a pipe type is chosen, the end type displayed will automatically change to the preferred if possible. It may not be a possible end type for the material of pipe in which case no end type will be displayed and the user will need to manually choose an appropriate end type for the pipe.
Hide Areas: Mains are not hidden by the Hide Area element.
Pipelines are needed for Stock Listing. When a Pipeline is calculated, all the pipes of the same Pipe Type and Pipe Type Group that are connected contiguously are considered a single Pipeline. When a Pipeline is calculated, Intersections are defined.
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