Routing Options

Click Routing Options from the MEP Routing palette.

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Options you set here will affect the next Routing operation. Available options vary, depending on whether you are doing Ductwork, Pipework or Cabling.

Connection Type

Choose the appropriate type (e.g. Flanged, Welded, Simple), and a height/diameter as applicable.

Insulation

Click the checkbox to add an optional Insulation layer to the outside of MEP elements placed in this Routing operation. Define an Insulation Thickness.

Transition Rule

Transitions are straight segments placed automatically to ensure correct connections if you switch segment geometry (width, height, or shape) in the middle of a routing operation. If the switch occurs at a bend in the route, the transition element can be placed either before or after the bend. Choose your preference (“Place before bend”/“Place after bend”) here.

Bending Radius (Routing Options)

Bends are placed automatically as you route. Choose an option to define the radius of bends in this route:

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Predefined if applicable

Uses the bend radius predefined for the current MEP element size. (Radius values are defined in MEP Preferences, at: Predefined Bend Radius.)

Always by element settings

Uses the bend radius defined in the Bend tool’s Default element settings:

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Bend Radius in a Routing Operation: Using “Always By Element Settings”