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Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor

File
Home Catalog Tab
View Catalog Tab
Home Project Tab
View Project Tab
Property Descriptions
Update History
Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor

The CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor views, edits, and creates specifications and catalog data loaded
with CADWorx. The Specification Editor also imports legacy data, and specs from all versions of CADWorx.
Your project administrator needs to review and update the catalog (.cat) and project (.prj) file in the
Specification Editor before modeling begins.
Catalog File - Contains all the size, bolt diameters, bolt lengths, materials, schedules, thickness, end types,
categories, component data, index codes, database codes, and end prep data for all the components in
CADWorx. This is a .cat file, located in C:\CADWorx\Plant\Spec, and can only be accessed through the
Specification Editor. The catalog file works in conjunction with the project (.prj) file to allow CADWorx to build
models.
The areas highlighted in red are referenced throughout this manual. Windows such as the Catalog Data window
are referenced by the window name. Please take a moment to get familiar with the interface.
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The View tab is explained in View Catalog Tab.
Project File - Contains the specifications for CADWorx. This is a .prj file, located in C:\CADWorx (Version)
\Plant\Spec, and can only be accessed through the Specification Editor. These specifications can be updated by
changing the base catalog attached to the project. You can also update the individual components using the Edit
Component dialog box. The project file is used in CADWorx to select specifications and sizes when creating a
new model.
The areas highlighted in red are referenced throughout this manual. Windows such as the Project Specs
window are referenced by the window name. Please take a moment to get familiar with the interface. The
Component tab is the default tab when, you open the Main Spec List View.
The View tab is explained in View Project Tab.
What's New in Spec Editor

Version 2015 (15.0)
This user's guide was created for the 2013 release of CADWorx. The following changes have been for this
release. For information on releases before 2015, see Appendix Update History.
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2015:
Software Enhancements
You can now add bolt length tables and bolt diameter tables to the Size Tables folder by clicking Bolt
Diameter Table or Bolt Length Table in the Add Table panel on the Home tab, or by using the right-click
options Add Bolt Diameter Table and Add Bolt Length Table. For more information, see Add Table Panel,
Edit table features, Bolt Diameter Table, Add a new bolt diameter table, Bolt Length Table, and Add a new
bolt length table.
You can now select the bolt length and bolt diameter tables in the Specification Properties. For more
information, see Specification Properties.
You can now add end prep tables to the Miscellaneous folder with the right-click option Add End Prep
Table or from End Prep Table on the Add Table panel. For more information, see Add Table Panel, End
Prep Table, Add a new end prep table, Edit end prep table, Miscellaneous folder, and End Prep Tables
Properties.
You can now select the end prep table in the Specification Properties. For more information, see
Specification Properties.
You can now select the ISOGEN symbol for end types in the New and Edit Component Pane. For more
information, see New and Edit Component Pane and Add single new component to a spec.
You can now use the index code tables in your long, short, tag, and part number description formats. For
more information, see Description Format Dialog Boxes and Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes.
You can now add custom data and property details to your pipe support components in Support
Component of the Properties. For more information, see Support Component Properties.
You can now select Straight Tee/Cross + Reducer in the branch table. Select Straight Tee/Cross +
Reducer to insert crosses and tees based on the size of the branch. For more information, see New and Edit
Component Pane.
You can create a pull-down list of items for custom data. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box
and List Items Dialog Box.
You can now use spaces and underscores in the description formats. For more information, see Description
Format Dialog Boxes.
You can now add Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure Ratings for Start, End, Branch
1, and Branch 2 end points for Valves. For more information, see New and Edit Component Pane.
You can now use the OD_RED_SIZ_TBL and the DESCRIPTION_CMP_TBL schemas in the Description
Format Dialog Boxes.
Improved import of AutoCAD Plant 3D specifications and catalogs. For more information, see Import
AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data, Import a single specification using an AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog,
Import a single specification using a CADWorx catalog, and Import multiple specifications using a CADWorx
catalog.
You can now cancel the Add User Part Number Column message box.
Improved the load time of the description format dialog boxes.
User Guide Revisions
Added the bolt length and bolt diameter properties to the properties descriptions. For more information, see
Specification Properties, Bolt Diameter Table Properties, and Bolt Length Table Properties.
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Keywords
Keywords can be used in specification descriptions that allow information to be automatically inserted during
placement of a component. Keywords can be used anywhere within the Tag, Short Description, and Long
Description fields. Keywords can also be used in the Index Code data file.
Keywords are:
MAIN
RED
SPEC
MAINTHK
REDTHK
LENGTH
BORE
MAINACT
REDACT
TAG
MAINDEC
REDDEC
MAINACTDEC
REDACTDEC
PIPETHK
PIPETHKRED
LINENUM
SPECINFONOMINALRATING
SPECINFOTEMPERATURE
SPECINFOPRESSURE
SPECINFOPIPINGMATERIAL
SPECINFOGASKETMATERIAL
SPECINFOSTUDMATERIAL
SPECINFOBOLTMATERIAL
CWDBCODE
The keywords {BORE}, {PIPETHK} and {PIPETHKRED} are calculated from the pipe data file in the specification
instead of the component's data file. For example, for a 4"x1" reducer, {PIPETHK} would get the values from the
4" pipe data file as listed in the specification. {PIPETHKRED} would get values from the 1" pipe data file. A 4"x1"
reducer with {MAINTHK} or {REDTHK} would get the keyword values from the reducer data file as listed in the
specification. Olet data files do not have any thickness values listed. Olet {MAINTHK} or {REDTHK} values are
always read from the appropriate pipe data file.
The {BORE} keyword is a calculation of the inside diameter of the main pipe size. It is calculated using the
following formula: {BORE} = [ (Pipe Outside Diameter of Main Size) - (2*Pipe Wall Thickness of Main Size) ].
Some ways in which keywords can be used are below:
PIPE, {MAIN} {MAINTHK}" API-5L GR.B DSAW, PSL2
FLANGE, {MAIN} ANSI 150 RFWN {BORE}" BORE ASTM A105, ASME B16.5
NIPPLE, PIPE {MAIN} x {LENGTH} XS ASTM A106 GR.B
WELDOLET, {MAIN} {MAINTHK}" x {RED} {REDTHK}" ASTM A105, ASME B31.8
VALVE, PLUG {MAIN} ANSI 150 WE API 6D TWT {PIPETHK}" API-5L GR.B PIPE REG PAT LO
GASKET, INSULATING KIT {MAIN} ANSI 600, RF, B={BORE}, PIKOTEK VCS WITH ZINC PLATED
WASHERS, GRE INSULATING WASHERS AND SLEEVES
BOLT, STUD {MAIN} x {LENGTH} ALLOY STEEL ASTM A193 CL 2A GR B7 W/2 HEX NUTS ASTM A194
CL 2B GR 2H (FOR {MAINDEC}" 150# FLG.)
User Defined Keywords:
User defined keywords are now associated with user defined columns inside Spec Editor and can be created in
catalog tables and projects by Custom Data in Properties.
Keyword Formatting:
The numeric values are formatted based on the SystemMeasure. The tables below explain the different
formatting for each of the keywords. The AlphaSizeControl is read from the current configuration file.
Keyword SystemMeasure -
English/Inch
MAIN, RED AlphaSizeControl

MAINACT, REDACT AlphaSizeControl
MAINDEC, REDDEC Always 3 decimal places
MAINACTDEC, Always 3 decimal places
REDACTDEC
MAINTHK, REDTHK Always 3 decimal places
BORE, PIPETHK, Always 3 decimal places
PIPETHKRED
LENGTH Based on DIMLUNIT,
DIMDEC, DIMLFAC
SPEC Specification filename without
extension
Metric/Inch

MAINACT, REDACT LUPREC and DIMZIN control
number of decimals
REDACTDEC
PIPETHKRED
DIMDEC, DIMLFAC
extension
Metric/Metric

MAINACT, REDACT AlphaSizeControl

REDACTDEC
PIPETHKRED
DIMDEC, DIMLFAC
extension
Quick Access Toolbar
The Quick Access toolbar is located in the upper left-hand corner next to File .
Main tools available
Open - Opens the Open File dialog box and allows you to select a file to open.
Save - Saves the project or catalog that you are currently working in.
Undo - Undoes the work you previously did in case you made a mistake.
Redo - Redoes the work you just did in case you changed your mind and wanted the information back.
About - Displays the About box, which displays information about your copy of the software, including
version number and the copyright, legal, and licensing notices.
Customize Quick Access Toolbar - Enables you to add other features to the Quick Access Toolbar.
Customize Quick Access Toolbar features
New Catalog - Starts a new catalog.
New Project - Starts a new project.
More Commands - Allows you to add commands in the Spec Editor to the Quick Access toolbar with the
Customize dialog box.
Show Below the Ribbon - Moves the Quick Access toolbar below the ribbon.
Minimize the Ribbon - Minimizes the ribbon.
Status Bar
Located at the bottom of the Spec Editor, displaying the word Ready as well as whether the caps lock (CAP),
number lock (NUM), or scroll lock (SCRL) is on. When an item is selected, the bar's Ready status changes to
the amount of items selected, such as 13 items selected. When an item is selected in the Main Table List View,
the item with its value is displayed in the status bar next to CAP. There is no command for this bar.
Help
Click the question mark in the upper right corner of the Spec Editor to open the help file.
Help - Displays the help file.
File
The File menu commands are used to create, save, and open catalogs and projects in the specification
editor.
New Catalog - Creates a new catalog. For more

information, see New Catalog.
New Project - Creates a new project. For more information,
see New Project.
Open - Opens previously created projects or catalogs. For
more information, see Open.
Save - Saves current project or catalog. For more
information, see Save.
Save As - Saves current project or catalog with a new
name. For more information, see Save As.
Recent Files - Opens recently opened files. For more
information, see Recent Files.
About - Displays information about the Spec Editor. For
more information, see About.
Exit Spec Editor - Exits the Spec Editor. For more
information, see Exit Spec Editor.
New Catalog
CADWorx Spec Editor File: New Catalog
Creates a new catalog with a specific layout for sizes, thicknesses, materials, schedules, end types, and
components for a customer.
Name - Specifies the name of the new catalog.
Type - Specifies the type of catalog. The following catalog options are available:
Company Catalog - Builds a catalog for a specific company.
Global Catalog - Builds a catalog for an entire industry. This catalog is the base catalog. Global catalogs are
used when an entire industry, such as the oil industry, has all the same information.
Industry Catalog - Builds a catalog for a specific industry.
Base Catalog - Specifies the catalog that this new catalog pulls its information from.
Description - Specifies the description of the catalog.
Location - Specifies the folder where this catalog is saved.
Units - Specifies the units of measure that are to be used in this catalog. The following unit options are available:
English/Inch - Uses the imperial system with nominal inch input.
Metric/Inch - Uses the metric system with nominal inch input.
Metric/Metric - Uses the metric system with metric input.
1. Click File > New Catalog .

The New Catalog dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the catalog in the Name box.
3. Select a catalog type from the Type list: Company Catalog, Global Catalog, or Industry Catalog.
4. For a company or industry catalog, click the Base Catalog ellipsis, select the necessary base catalog, and
then click OK. For global catalogs, skip to step 5. Global Catalogs are the base catalog.
5. Type a description of the catalog in the Description box.
6. Define the location to save the new catalog. Click the Location ellipsis, select the necessary base catalog,
and then click OK.
7. Select a unit type from the Units list: English/Inch, Metric/Inch, or Metric/Metric.
The base catalog you select must use the same units you specify in the Units list.
8. Click OK to create the new catalog.
The catalog list is created and displays under Catalog Data on the left side of the spec editor, in the Main
List View.
New Project
CADWorx Spec Editor File: New Project
Creates a new project enabling you to design specifications for companies or customers.
Name - Specifies the name of the project.
Default Catalog - Specifies a default catalog to attach to the project.
DBCode Table - Specifies the database code table for the project. This database code comes from the DBCode
Tables in the Default Catalog.
BOM type - Specifies the Bill of Material (BOM) type for the project. There are four material types: Fabrication,
Erection, Offshore, and Miscellaneous.
Long Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the long description attached to the components.
Short Desc Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the short description format attached to the
components.
Tag Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the tag format attached to the components.
Part Number Format Setup - Specifies the appearance of the part number attached to the components.
For more on the <Description Type> Format Setups, see Description Format Dialog Boxes.
Layer Manager - Specifies the layers for the project. For more information, see Layer Manager Dialog Box.
Description - Specifies the description of the project.
Location - Specifies the folder where this project is saved.
1. Click File > New Project .

The New Project dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the project in the Name box.
3. Click the Default Catalog ellipsis, select the necessary catalog, and then click Open.
4. Select the database code table, when applicable, from the DBCode Table list.
5. Select the Bill of Material type from the BOM type list.
6. Click Long Desc Format, edit the long description format, and then click OK.
7. Click Part Number Format, edit the part number format, and then click OK.
8. Click Short Desc Format, edit the short description format, and then click OK.
9. Click Tag Format, edit the tag format, and then click OK.
10. Click Layer Manager, add the layers you need, and then click OK. For more information, see Layer
Manager Dialog Box.
11. Type a description of the project in the Description box.
12. Click the Location ellipsis to browse, select a location to save the new project, and then click OK.
13. Click OK to create the project.
The project is created and displays under Project Specs on the left side of the Spec Editor, in the Main List
View.
Open
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Open
Opens an existing project or catalog.
1. Click File > Open .

2. Select the project or catalog to open, and then click Open.
If prompted to update the project from the base catalog, select Yes or No. Selecting Yes updates the
project from the base catalog. Selecting No does not update the project from the base catalog. This prompt
only happens when you have made a change to the base catalog.
The project or catalog opens for editing.
Save
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Save
Saves the catalog or project changes. This command is only available if you make changes to a product or
catalog.
Click File > Save .

The project or catalog is saved with the defined file name and location.
Save As
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Save As
Saves the catalog or project, but gives you the option to name or rename the file, and where the file is saved.
1. Click File > Save As .

2. Select a file location.
3. Type a file name, and then click Save.
The catalog or project is saved with the new name or new location.
Recent Files
CADWorx Spec Editor File: Recent Files
Provides a list of previously opened files. This command enables you to reopen files you have previously worked
with.
Click File, and then select a Recent Files from the list.
The selected file opens.
About
CADWorx Spec Editor File: About
Displays the version and copyright date for the CADWorx Spec Editor.
Exit Spec Editor

CADWorx Spec Editor File: Exit Spec Editor
Exits the software.

Click File, and then click Exit Spec Editor.
If prompted to Save File, select Yes, No, or Cancel.
The Spec Editor closes.
Home Catalog Tab

Gives you access to the features in an open catalog.
Clipboard - Enables you to edit the fields within the Spec

Editor. For more information, see Clipboard Panel.
Add Table - Enables you to add tables to a catalog. For
more information, see Add Table Panel.
Legacy Catalog Data - Enables you to import legacy data.
For more information, see Legacy Catalog Data Panel.
Transfer Data - Enables you to transfer project or catalog
data. For more information, see Transfer Data Panel.
Export Data Panel - Enables you to export data to either a
text document or an Excel document. For more information,
see Export Data Panel.
Exit Spec Editor - Closes the Intergraph CADWorx

Catalog and Specification Editor.
Clipboard Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard
Paste - Pastes text from the clipboard into the project or

catalog. For more information, see Paste.
Copy - Copies highlighted text from the project or catalog
text areas to the clipboard. For more information, see Copy.
Cut - Cuts highlighted text from the project or catalog text
areas and places it on the clipboard. For more information,
see Cut.
Paste
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Paste
Keyboard: CTRL+V
Pastes text into the project or catalog after using Cut or Copy.
Right-click the row where you want the text, and then select Paste. Alternatively, click the Home tab, and
then click Paste on the Clipboard panel.
Copy
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Copy
Keyboard: CTRL+C
Copies highlighted text from the project or catalog. Use Paste to place copied text when required.
Highlight the text to be copied, right-click it, and then select Copy. Alternatively, click the Home tab, and
then click Copy on the Clipboard panel.
Right click Copy in Catalog Data
Copies a selected table to Catalog Data.
Select a table to copy, right click it, and then select Copy.
The table pastes below the previous table.
This only works on the tables themselves and not on the table folders.
Right click Copy in Project Specs
Copies a selected specification to Project Specs.
Select a specification to copy, right click it, and then select Copy.
The specification pastes at the end of the list of specifications.
Right click Copy in the component list
Copies selected components from the components list in the Main Spec List View. For more information on Main
Spec List View, see Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor.
Select a group of components to copy, right click, and then select Copy.
The software pastes the components at the end of the list for that component.
Copy information from Branch Table to another branch table
Copies a selected range of rows and columns from one branch table and enables you to paste it to another
branch table.
1. Select the range of rows and columns you want to copy, and then click Copy on the Clipboard panel.
2. Open the specification within the same project or a different project, and then select the Branch tab.
3. Select the rows and columns where you want to paste the information, and then click Paste on the
Clipboard panel. Alternatively, you can use CTRL-V on the keyboard to paste the information in the branch
table.
The branch table information pastes in the rows and columns selected.
Cut
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Cut
Keyboard: CTRL+X
Cuts highlighted text from the project or catalog. Use Paste to place cut text.
Highlight the text to be cut, right-click it, and then select Cut. Alternatively, click the Home tab, and then click
Cut on the Clipboard panel.
Other Editing Features

These features can be used throughout the Spec Editor, but are not located on the Clipboard panel.
Undo
Undoes a change in the project or catalog.
Right-click the row in properties, and then select Undo. Undo is only available by right-clicking when in the
Properties window, otherwise you must use the keyboard control.
Spec Editor supports Undo using CTRL+Z. Undo is not available on the Clipboard panel.
Remove Row
Removes rows from the table.
Right-click the row to be removed, and then select Remove Row.
Remove Row is only available by right-clicking on a row and is unavailable on the Clipboard panel.
Add Table Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table
Enables you to create the information for a catalog. All options are disabled until you start a new catalog or open
an existing catalog.
The first row of each table must be filled out for the program to function properly.
Size Table - Adds a new size table file to the Size Tables
folder in Catalog Data. For more information, see Size
Table.
Bolt Diameter Table - Adds a bolt diameter table to the
Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more information,
see Bolt Diameter Table.
Bolt Length Table - Adds a bolt length table to the Size
Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more information, see
Bolt Length Table.
Material Table - Adds a new material table file to the
Material Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more
information, see Material Table.
Schedule Table - Adds a new schedule table file to the
Schedule Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more
information, see Schedule Table.
Thickness Table - Adds a new thickness table file to the
Thickness Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more
information, see Thickness Table.
End Type Table - Adds a new endtype table file to the End
Type Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more information,

see End Type Table.
Category Table - Adds a new category to the Data Tables

folder in Catalog Data. For more information, see Category
Table.
Data Table - Adds a data table file to a Data Tables
selected category in Catalog Data. For more information,
see Data Table.
IndexCode Table - Adds an index code table to the
IndexCode Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more
information, see IndexCode Table.
DBCode Table - Adds a database codes table to the
DBCodes Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more
information, see DBCode Table.
End Prep Table - Adds an end prep table to the
Miscellaneous folder in Catalog Data. For more
information, see End Prep Table.
Edit Table Features

Right-click Menu
Add Bolt Diameter Table - Adds a bolt diameter table to the Size Tables folder. This option enables you to
assign part numbers to each bolt diameter. For more information, see Bolt Diameter Table.
Add Bolt Length Table - Adds a bolt length table to the Size Tables folder. This option enables you to assign
part numbers to each bolt length. For more information, see Bolt Length Table.
Add Custom Data To All Tables - Adds a custom data field to all tables in the selected tables folder. With this
option, this can be done more than once in the New Field dialog box with the OK & New option. For more
information, see New Field Dialog Box.
Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Spec File - Imports legacy data from a specification. For more
information, see Import By Spec.
Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File - Imports legacy data from a data file. For more information,
see Import From Data File.
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File - Imports legacy data for pipe supports from an assembly
file. For more information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File.
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File - Imports legacy data for pipe supports from a data file. For more
information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File.
Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data - Imports data from AutoPLANT for use in CADWorx. For more information,
see Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data.
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data - Imports data from AutoCAD Plant 3D for use in CADWorx. For more
information, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data.
Remove All Tables - Removes all of the tables from the selected table type folder.
Open - Displays the selected component in the Main Table List View.
Copy - See Copy.
Remove - Removes the selected component from the table list.
Rename - Renames the selected component. Select the component to be renamed, and then enter a new name.
Expand - Expands the selected list.
Collapse - Collapses the selected list.
Expand All - Expands all the table lists.

Collapse All - Collapses all the table lists.
Properties - Displays the Properties view.
Export Table To Text Excel - Exports data to a text document or Excel document. For more information, see
Export Table To Text Excel.
Add to base catalog - Adds the selected table file to the base catalog.
Commit to Base Catalog - Commits the changes to the table in the base catalog.
Update from Base Catalog - Updates the selected table with changes made to the base catalog.
Review Table Links - Enables you to check and change the details of the catalog from the base catalog. For
more information, see Review Table Links Dialog Box.
Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data

Right-click on the catalog in the Main List View and select Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data.
Imports data from an AutoPLANT catalog.

Import - Imports the AutoPLANT data.
Close - Closes the Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data dialog box.
Help - Displays the online help.
AutoPLANT Data
File Path - Specifies the location of the AutoPLANT data.
Tables - Specifies the AutoPLANT Data tables.
CADWorx Components
Program Code - Displays the program code associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Short Description - Displays a short description associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Size - Displays the size associated with the component for the AutoPLANT data. Double-clicking the Size box
displays a drop down that allows you to select or clear sizes.
Schedule - Displays the schedule for the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Double-clicking the
Schedule box displays a drop down that allows you to select or clear schedule data.
Rating - Displays the rating of the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Double-clicking the Rating box
displays a drop down that allows you to select or clear rating data.
Select / deselect all - Selects and clears all check boxes in the CADWorx Components box.
1. Right-click on the catalog in the Main List View and select Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data.
The Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data dialog box displays.
2. Click the File Path ellipsis under AutoPLANT Data.
The Open dialog box displays.
3. Select the AutoPLANT data for import, and then click Open.
4. Select a table from the Tables list.
5. Select a Program Code by clicking the check box.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the program codes under CADWorx
Components.
You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double-clicking the boxes under each heading.
6. Click Import.
7. Click OK.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View Log File.
Imports the AutoPLANT data.
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data

Right-click the catalog in the Main List View, and select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data
Imports data from an AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.

Import - Imports the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Close - Closes the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data dialog box.
Help - Displays the help.
AutoCAD Plant 3D Data
Plant 3D List Files - Displays the Open dialog box and enables you to select one or more AutoCAD Plant 3D
catalogs.
Source Unit - Specifies the source unit being used for the import. If there are no components related to the
Source Unit in the catalog you select, then the CADWorx Components box remains empty.
Usershape Block Unit - Specifies the units for the user shape block from the Plant 3D data.
Catalog List - Specifies the catalog you selected from the Open dialog box.
CADWorx Components
Component Type - Displays a list of the components in the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Long Description - Displays a long description associated with the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Select / deselect all - Selects and clears all check boxes in the CADWorx Components box.
Folder location box - Specifies the folder location of the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.
Right-click Menu
Check group - Enables you to check a component group under Component Type without expanding the group.
Uncheck group - Enables you to clear a component group under Component Type without expanding the
group.
Expand All - Enables you to expand all the groups without having to select the plus sign.
Collapse All - Enables you to collapse all the groups without having to select the plus sign.
1. Right-click the catalog in the Main List View, and then select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data.
The Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data dialog box displays.
2. Click the Plant 3D List Files ellipsis under AutoCAD Plant 3D Data.
3. Select the AutoCAD Plant 3D data for import, and then click Open.
4. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type, and then click the check box for the component you
want to add.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the groups under CADWorx
Components.
5. Click Import.
6. Click OK.
CADWorx imports the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.
Size Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Size Table
Adds a new size table file to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. The size table records the nominal size and
outside diameter (OD) data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this command to create
different size tables for use in CADWorx.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions to what you can name the table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions to how you can describe the table.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. This can be changed.
Current Units - Specifies the unit of measure for the size table. This cannot be changed.
Size Table Fields
NOM - Specifies the nominal size of the component.
OD - Specifies the outside diameter and the actual size of the component.
Description - Specifies the size description of the component.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the size.
For all right-click and editing features, see Edit table features.
What do you want to do?

Add a new size table
Add Standard Size
Add New Size
Edit size table
Add a new size table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Size Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click Size
Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Size Table .

The New Size Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the table in the Name box.
3. Type the description of the table in the Description box.
4. Change or accept the Default Part Number.
The Current Units box should already contain the units currently associated with the open catalog.
You should not be able to change the contents of this box.
5. Click OK.
The table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed at the top left. The table is also
added to Catalog Data under the Size Tables folder.
6. Click File > Save to save the changes to the catalog.
Add Standard Size

1. Right-click in the Main Table List View, and then click Add Standard Size. For mainsize instead of standard
size, see Add MAINSIZE.

The Select size from template dialog box displays.
You cannot add standard sizes if all standards are already included in the selected table.
2. Select the sizes that you need to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all values.
The values selected are displayed in the Main Table List View.
Add New Size

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add New Size.
The software displays an empty box with the properties to enter.
For more information on the details of these properties, see Size Table.
2. Type the necessary information in each box, pressing the TAB key to navigate to the next box.
Edit size table

1. Double-click a table file under Size Tables in Catalog Data.
The table displays to the right of the Catalog Data in the Main Table List View.
2. Select a row or box to edit.
3. Enter the changes, or right-click the table, and use Remove Row, Cut, Copy, or Paste to edit the
information.
The change displays.
See Also
Remove Row
Cut
Copy
Paste
Bolt Diameter Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Bolt Diameter Table
Adds a bolt diameter table to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. The bolt diameter table records the
diameter of all the bolts used with CADWorx and enables you to assign part numbers to each individual
diameter.
Name - Specifies the table name. There are no restrictions on the name.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on the description.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. You can edit this box.
Current Units - Specifies the unit of measure for the size table. You cannot edit this box. The software
automatically specifies the units based on the units you specified when creating the catalog.
Bolt Diameter Table Fields
Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt.

Description - Specifies the description of the bolt diameter.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the diameter.

Add a new bolt diameter table
Add Standard Diameter
Add New Diameter
Edit bolt diameter table
Add a new bolt diameter table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Bolt Diameter Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-
click Size Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Bolt Diameter Table .
The New Bolt Diameter Table dialog box displays.
5. Click OK.
Add Standard Diameter

1. Right-click in the Main Table List View, and then click Add Standard Diameter.
You cannot add standard diameters if all standards are already included in the selected table.
2. Select the diameters that you need to add, and then click OK.
Add New Diameter

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add New Diameter.
The software displays an empty row with the properties to enter.
For more information on the details of these properties, see Bolt Diameter Table.
Edit bolt diameter table

1. Double-click a bolt diameter file in Size Tables under in Catalog Data.
information.
See Also
Remove Row
Cut
Copy
Paste
Bolt Length Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Bolt Length Table
Adds a bolt length table to the Size Tables folder in Catalog Data. The bolt length table records the length of
each bolt used with CADWorx and enables you to assign part numbers to each individual length.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on the description.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. You can edit this box.
Current Units - Specifies the unit of measure for the size table. You cannot edit this box. The software
automatically specifies the units based on the units you specified when creating the catalog.
Bolt Length Table Fields
Length - Specifies the length of the bolt.
Description - Specifies the description of the bolt length.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the length.

Add a new bolt length table
Add Standard Length
Add New Length
Edit bolt length table
Add a new bolt length table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Bolt Length Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
Size Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Bolt Length Table .
The New Bolt Length Table dialog box displays.

5. Click OK.
Add Standard Length

1. Right-click in the Main Table List View, and then click Add Standard Length.
You cannot add standard lengths if all standards are already included in the selected table.
2. Select the lengths that you need to add, and then click OK.
Add New Length

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add New Length.
The software displays an empty row with the properties to enter.
For more information on the details of these properties, see Bolt Length Table.
Edit bolt length table

1. Double-click a bolt length table file under Size Tables in Catalog Data.
information.
See Also
Remove Row
Cut
Copy
Paste
Material Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Material Table .
Adds a new material table file to the Material Tables folder in Catalog Data. The material table records the
specs data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this command to create different material
tables for use in CADWorx.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no description restrictions.
Material Table Fields
Spec - Specifies the material.
Grade - Specifies the material grade.
Composition - Specifies the material composition.
Comptypes - Specifies the applicable component types.
Density - Specifies the material density.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the material.

Add a new material table
Insert Row
Edit material table
Add a new material table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Material Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
Material Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Material Table .
The New Material Table dialog box displays.
4. Click OK.
The new material table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed at the top left, and is
also added to Catalog Data under the Material Tables folder.
Insert Row
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Insert Row.
An empty row displays with the fields to enter.
2. Type the information in each box. Press TAB to navigate to the next box.
Edit material table
1. Double-click a material table file under Material Tables in Catalog Data.

information.
See Also
Remove Row
Cut
Copy
Paste
Schedule Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Schedule Table
Adds a new schedule table file to the Schedule Tables folder in Catalog Data. The schedule table records the
schedule data for all components used with CADWorx. You can use this command to create different schedule
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. This can be changed.
Schedule Table Fields
SCH - Specifies the schedule for the component.
SCHENCWT - The schedule used with enhanced weight calculation.
PTN - Specifies the part number for the component.

Add a new schedule table
Add Schedule
Edit schedule table
Add a new schedule table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Schedule Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
Schedule Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Schedule Table .
The New Schedule Table dialog box displays.

5. Click OK.
The new schedule table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed in at the top left. The
new schedule is also added to Catalog Data under the Schedule Tables folder.
See Also
Schedule Table
Edit schedule table
Add Schedule
Adds a schedule to the Schedule Table file in the Main Table List View.
Standard Items - Specifies the types of schedules you can add.
Selected Items - Specifies the types of schedules you have added.
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add Schedule.
The Add Schedule Items dialog box displays.
2. Select a schedule item from the Standard Items list, and then click the Add arrow to add the item to the
Selected Items list.
You can select multiple items by holding the SHIFT or CTRL key down, and then selecting multiple
items. Also, you can add new items by clicking New or delete an added item by clicking Delete . To
move an item up and down in the list, simply select it, and use the Up and Down arrows to the side.
3. When all the items are added, click OK.
The schedule items are added to the list.
Edit schedule table

1. Double-click a schedule table file under Schedule Tables in Catalog Data.
information.
See Also
Remove Row
Cut
Copy
Paste
Thickness Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Thickness Table
Adds a new thickness table file to the Thickness Tables folder in Catalog Data. The thickness table records the
thickness data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this command to create different
thickness tables for use in CADWorx.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the thickness table.
Schedule Table - Specifies the schedule table attached to the thickness table.
Thickness Table Fields
NOM - Specifies the nominal size of the component supplied by the size table.
Other numbers - The other numbers in the thickness table are pulled from the schedule table and represent the
schedule of the thickness.

Add a new thickness table
Edit thickness table
Add a new thickness table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Thickness Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
Thickness Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Thickness Table .
The Thickness Table dialog box displays.
3. Select the size table from the Size Table list.
4. Select the schedule table from the Schedule Table list.
The new thickness table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed in at the top left. The
thickness table is also added to Catalog Data under the Thickness Tables folder.
The new table brings in all the nominal sizes from the size table, and the schedule numbers from the
schedule table, emphasizing the thickness of each component according to its schedule.
Edit thickness table

1. Double-click a thickness table file under Thickness Tables in Catalog Data.
information.
Thickness table rows can be removed by removing the associated nominal size inside the associated size
table.
See Also
Cut
Copy
Paste
End Type Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > End Type Table
Adds a new endtype table file to the EndType Tables folder in Catalog Data. The endtype table records end
types data for all the components used with CADWorx. You can use this command to create different endtype
Type - Specifies the end type applied to the table.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the end type table.
Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the table.
EndType Table Fields
MAINSIZE - Specifies the main size of the component.
OAL - Specifies the overall length.
FACELEN - Specifies the face length.
CFD - Specifies the connection face diameter.
FFD - Specifies the face diameter.
CHD - Specifies the connection hub diameter.
FHD - Specifies the face hub diameter.
PENGLEN - Specifies the pipe engagement length.
CPENGD - Specifies the connection pipe engagement diameter.
FPENGD - Specifies the face pipe engagement diameter.
For more information, see EndType Tables folder.

Add a new endtype table
Add MAINSIZE
Add New MAINSIZE
Edit endtype table
Add a new endtype table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click End Type Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
EndType Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add EndType Table .
The New EndType Table dialog box displays.

2. Type the name of the new table in the Name box.
3. Select the end type from the Type list.
4. Select the size table from the Size Table list.
Clicking the Size Table ellipsis enables you to select the main size(s) for this endtype table.
Alternatively, use Add MAINSIZE in the Main Table List View.
5. Type a part number in the Part Number box.
7. Click OK.
The new endtype table displays in the Main Table List View with the name you typed in at the top left. The
endtype table is also added to Catalog Data under the EndType Tables folder.
Add MAINSIZE
1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add MAINSIZE.
The Select size dialog box displays.
2. Select the sizes to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or deselect all sizes.
The sizes selected display in the Main Table List View.
Add New MAINSIZE

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add New MAINSIZE.
An empty box displays.
2. Type the information in the applicable columns, using the TAB key to navigate to the next box.
Edit endtype table

1. Double-click an end type table file under EndType Tables in Catalog Data.
information.
For more information, see EndType Tables.
See Also
Remove Row
Cut
Copy
Paste
Category Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Category Table
Adds a new category to the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more information, see Data Tables folder.
Category - Specifies the component category to be added.
Description - Specifies the description of the category. There are no description restrictions.
When adding a category, the data tables folder must be either empty or missing a category. You cannot
add multiple categories of the same component type.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Category Table in the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
Data Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Category .

The Add Category dialog box displays.
2. Click the Category list, and then select a category to add.
3. Type a description of the category in the Description box.
4. Click OK.
The new category is added to the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data.
Data Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > Data Table
Adds a data table to a Data Tables specific selected category in Catalog Data. This option is only available
when categories have been previously created, and a particular category must be selected. For more
information, see Data Tables folder.
Type - Specifies the component type applied to the table. For more information, see Data Tables Properties.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the data table.
Default EndType - Specifies the end type for the table.
Start - Specifies the end type for the start point of the component.
End - Specifies the end type for the end point of the component.
Left - Specifies the end type for the left branch of the component.
Right - Specifies the end type for the right branch of the component.
Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the table.
For descriptions of each column and category, see Data Tables Properties.

Add a new data table
Add new user shape

Add new topworks table
Edit data table features
Add a new data table

1. Click the (+) sign on the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data.
The Data Tables folder expands, displaying the categories.
2. Select a category.
3. Click the Home tab, and then click Data Table on the Add Tables panel. Alternatively, right-click a
category in Data Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Data Table .
The New Data Table dialog box displays.
4. Type the name of the new data table in the Name box. The default can be entered for you if you skip to step
5.
5. Click the Type list, and then select the type. If you did not enter a name in the Name box, selecting a type
automatically adds a name for you. This name is derived from the DEFAULT TABLE NAME in the
Component Types view. Changing the DEFAULT TABLE NAME value changes the default inserted by
the software when you select a Type. For more information on the Component Types view, see Component
Types.
The contents of the list depend on the category you chose at the beginning of these steps.
6. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table. Next, click the Size Table ellipsis, select the sizes to
add from the Select Size list, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all sizes.
7. To apply the same end type on all ends, click the Apply same end-type on all ends check-box.
8. Click the Start list, and then select a start end type for the component. Click the End, Left, and Right lists,
and then select the necessary end types.
9. Type the part number in the Part Number box.
10. Enter a description of the table in the Description box.
11. Click OK.
The new data table appears in the Main Table List View with the name in the upper left corner and is also
displayed in Catalog Data under the category selected from the Select a category step.
See Also
Add MAINSIZE
Add New MAINSIZE
Component Tables
Add new user shape

Adds a user shape to the specification.
If Spec Editor is already displayed skip to step 2.
1. Click Start Spec Editor on the spec view palette. Alternatively, click Spec Editor on the desktop.
The Specification Editor software opens.

2. Click File > Open.
The Open File dialog box displays.
3. Select a catalog, and then click Open.
The Catalog Data window displays.
4. Click the (+) sign on the Data Tables folder.
The Data Tables list displays.
5. Right-click User Shapes, and select Add Data Table .

The New Usershape Table displays.
7. Select a user type in the Type list.
8. Select a size table in the Size Table list.
You can select and clear multiple sizes by clicking the Size Table ellipsis.
9. Select the Reducing Component check box if you want this to be a reducing component.
10. Type the user shape folder name in the Usershape Folder box.
12. Type the description of the user shape in the Description box.
13. Click OK.
The user shape file appears under the User Shape category in the Data Tables folder, and also to the
right of Catalog Data, in the Main Table List View.
You can now enter information for the specifics of the user shape that you have added to this specification
catalog. For more information, see Add a new data table in CADWorx Spec Editor User's Guide.
See Also
Add MAINSIZE
Add New MAINSIZE
Add new topworks table

1. Click the (+) sign on the Data Tables folder in Catalog Data.
The Data Tables file expands displaying the categories.
2. Select Topworks.
3. Click the Home tab, and then click Data Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
Topworks in Catalog Data, and then select Add Data Table .

The New Topworks Table dialog box displays.
4. Type the name of the new topworks table in the Name box.
5. Click the Type list, and then select the type.
6. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table. Next, click the Size Table ellipsis, select the sizes to
add from the Select Size list, and then click OK.
8. Click OK.
The new topworks table appears in the Main Table List View with the name of the table in the upper left
corner, and in the Catalog Data under the category you selected in the Data Tables folder.
See Also
Add MAINSIZE
Add New MAINSIZE
Edit data table features

Right-click Menu
Add User Part Number Column - Automatically adds the User Part Number Column which can be used to
assign component record-level part numbers (PTN)s to component data.
Add Custom Data To All Tables - Displays the New Field dialog box enabling you to create a new field for all
the components in the Data Tables. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box.
Remove All Tables - Removes all the data tables from the catalog.
All data tables must be removed, before the endtype tables can be removed.
Copy - See Copy.
Remove - Removes the selected component from the data table list.
Rename - Renames the selected component. Select the component to be renamed, and then enter a new name.
Expand - Expands the data table list.
Collapse - Collapses the data table list.
Expand All - Expands all the table lists.
Collapse All - Collapses all the table lists.
Add to base catalog - Adds the selected table file to the base catalog.
Commit to Base Catalog - Commits the changes to the category to the base catalog.
Update from Base Catalog - Updates the selected category with changes made to the base catalog.
You are now provided the ability to move the component tables under the Data Tables folder. To change
the order of the components, click the component and then drag it to the new location in the list.
For more information on data tables, see Data Tables Properties.
Right-click Menu Main Table List View
Add MAINSIZE - Adds a main size. For more information, see Add MAINSIZE.
Add New MAINSIZE - Adds a new main size. For more information, see Add New MAINSIZE.
Remove Row - See Remove Row.
Cut - See Cut.
Copy - See Copy.
Paste - See Paste.
Show Required - Displays the required information.

Show Enhancement - Displays the enhancements.
Show User - Displays the user information.
IndexCode Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > IndexCode Table
Enables you to add an IndexCode table that can then be associated with a DBCodes table. The IndexCode
Tables folder contains the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION, and COMPTYPE of each component in the catalog.
Name - Specifies the name of the index code table.
Description - Specifies the description of the index code table.
For information on the properties, see IndexCode Tables Properties.
Add Index Code Table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click IndexCode Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
the IndexCode Tables folder in Catalog Data, and then select Add Index Code Table.
The New Index Code Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the index code in the Name box.
3. Type a description of the index code in the Description box.
4. Click OK.
The index code displays under the IndexCode Tables folder in Catalog Data.
Add Data to the IndexCode
The IndexCode cannot be removed when it is associated with a DBCode.
DBCode Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > DBCode Table
Adds a database code table to Catalog Data. The DBCode Tables folder contains the database code table and
the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION, MAINSIZE, REDSIZE, and PTN for all the components in the catalog. For
more information, see DBCode Tables folder.
IndexCode Table - Specifies the index code table associated with the DBCode Table.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on description.
Insert Multiple Rows Dialog Box
For information on the properties, see DBCode Tables Properties.

Import DBCode Table From File
Add DBCode Table
Import DBCode Table From File

CADWorx Spec Editor DBCode Tables folder: Right-click the DBCode Tables folder in Catalog Data, and
then select Import DBCode Table From File.
Imports a database codes file and the index code for use in CADWorx. The database codes file is placed in the
DBCode Tables folder, and the index code is placed in the IndexCode Tables folder. The DBCode Tables
folder contains the database code table and the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION, MAINSIZE, REDSIZE, and PTN
for all the components in the catalog. The IndexCode Tables folder contains the INDEXCODE, DESCRIPTION,
and COMPTYPE of each component in the catalog.
DataBaseCodes File - Specifies the database codes file to import. The database codes file is located in the
Spec folder of the legacy versions.
Import - Imports the database codes file.
1. Right-click the DBCode Tables folder in Catalog Data, and then select Import DBCode Table From File.
The Import DBCode From File dialog box displays.
2. Click the DataBaseCodes File ellipsis.
3. Navigate to and open the database codes file.
The DataBaseCodes File box populates.
4. Click Import.
The database codes file and the index code imports and displays under the DBCodes Tables folder and
IndexCode Tables folder, respectively, in Catalog Data.
See Also
DBCode Table
IndexCode Table
IndexCode Tables Properties
DBCode Tables Properties
Add DBCode Table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click DBCode Table on the Add Tables panel. Alternatively, right-click
the DBCode Tables folder in Catalog Data, and then select Add DBCode Table.
You first must create an IndexCode before you can add the DBCodes table. An index code
table is required to complete the process.
The New DBCode Table dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the new database code table in the Name box.
3. Click the IndexCode Table list, and then select the index code.
5. Click OK.
The new database code table appears in the Main Table List View with the name in the upper left corner.
The DBCodes Table also displays in Catalog Data.

Insert Row
Insert Multiple Rows

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Insert Multiple Rows.
The Insert Multiple Rows dialog box displays.
2. Select the IndexCode from the list.
3. Select the necessary sizes from the Size Selection list.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all sizes.
4. Click OK.
End Prep Table
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Add Table > End Prep Table
Adds an end preparation table to the Miscellaneous folder in Catalog Data. The end preparation table records
the end preparation data for all the components used with CADWorx, and enables you to use the end
preparation table in the description formation dialog boxes. You can also use this command to create different
end prep tables for use in CADWorx. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes and Description Format Dialog Boxes.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. There are no restrictions on description.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number for the table. You can use the part number of the end
preparation in the description format dialog box. Select End Prep table from the Component Tables list, and
then click the right arrow to move the item to the Format box. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and
Part Number Format Dialog Boxes and Description Format Dialog Boxes. You can edit this number.
End Prep Table Fields
Name - Specifies the name of the end preparation. The name is the actual information that displays in CADWorx
for the end preparation of a component. The end preparation data works in conjunction with the
PipeDescriptionCat variable. For more information, see PipeDescriptionCat in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Description - Specifies the description of the component. The description accurately depicts the meaning of the
three-letter Name. You can edit the description.
PTN - Specifies the part number of the end preparation. Select END_PREP_PTN in the description format dialog
boxes to show part numbers for end preparation in your model. For more information, see Description Format
Dialog Boxes and Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes.
For more information, see Miscellaneous folder.

Add a new end prep table
Add Standard EndPrep

Edit end prep table
Add a new end prep table
1. Click the Home tab, and then click End Prep Table on the Add Table panel. Alternatively, right-click
Miscellaneous in Catalog Data, and then select Add End Prep Table .
The New End Prep Table dialog box displays.
5. Click OK.
The new end prep table displays in the Main Table List View with the name that you typed at the top left,
and also displays in Catalog Data under the Miscellaneous folder.
Add Standard EndPrep

1. Right-click the Main Table List View, and then click Add Standard EndPrep.
The Select end prep from template dialog box displays.
2. Select the end prep items to add, and then click OK.
Use the Select / deselect all check box to select or clear all sizes.
The end preps selected display in the Main Table List View.
Edit end prep table

1. Double-click an end prep table file under Miscellaneous in Catalog Data.
information.
See Also
Remove Row
Cut
Copy
Paste
Legacy Catalog Data Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data
Imports legacy data to the Spec Editor.
Import By Spec - Imports legacy data from a specification.

For more information, see Import By Spec.
Import From Data File - Imports legacy data from a file.
For more information, see Import From Data File.
Pipe Support Import Assembly - Imports legacy pipe
support data from an assembly file. For more information,
see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File.
Pipe Support Import Data - Imports legacy pipe support
data from a data file. For more information, see Import Pipe
Support Legacy From Data File.
Import By Spec
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Import By Spec
Imports legacy data from a specification.

Specification File - Specifies the specification file for import.
Library Folder - Specifies the location for the legacy components folder for import. This must be located in the
legacy CADWorx folders.
Topworks Folder - Specifies the location for the topworks folder for import. This must be located in the legacy
CADWorx folders.
DatabaseCodes File - Specifies the legacy database code DAT file for the import.
Upon import of the DAT file the DBCode Table, and the IndexCode Table, are created accordingly. For
more information on DBCode Tables and IndexCode Tables, see IndexCode Table and DBCode Table.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for the import. You must first create a size table before importing the legacy
data.
Data Files - Specifies the imported information.
Path - Specifies the path for the legacy data.
Status - Specifies the status of the selected data. If Status is Missing, then the incorrect Library Folder
was selected.
Import - Imports the legacy data.
View Log File - Displays the log file for the legacy import.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import By Spec on the Legacy Catalog Data panel.
The Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Spec File dialog box displays.
2. Under Source, click the Specification File ellipsis.
3. Select a legacy file to import, and then click Open.
The Data Files box fills with the legacy data.
4. Click the Library Folder ellipsis.
The Browse For Folder dialog box displays.
5. Select the legacy folder that contains the data file, and then click OK.
6. Click the Topworks Folder ellipsis.

7. Select the legacy folder that contains the topworks data file for the spec, and then click OK.
8. Click the DatabaseCodes File ellipsis.
9. Select the legacy database code DAT file for the import, and then click Open.
The DatabaseCodes File box fills with the DAT file. See the note above the instructions for more
information.
10. Click the Size Table list, and then select a size table.
11. Select the data files you want to import from the Data Files box, and then click OK. Alternatively, select the
Select / deselect all check box to select all legacy data in the Data Files dialog box.
12. Click Import.
One of the following two responses displays: No files were converted, or [Number] files
converted. If no files were converted, make sure the data to import is correct.
13. Click OK on either message you receive.
14. When finished with the import, click Close.
For detailed information about the contents that were or were not converted, click View Log File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Data Files dialog box to view its information in Notepad.
Import From Data File
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Import From Data File
Imports legacy data from a file.
Add Files - Imports legacy data using chosen files.
Add Folder - Imports legacy data using chosen folders.

Delete - Deletes a selected source from the Source Files box.
Source Files - Specifies the selected files or folders for import.
Converted Files - Specifies the files converted after import.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for validation of import.
By Column Count - Specifies all the data file types for each source in the Source Files box. This option is only
available in the Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File dialog box.
By Column Name - Specifies the data files for the source file you have selected. This option is only available in
the Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File dialog box.
Select Data File Type - Specifies the component type for the specification import.
There are two options for importing data from the data files. Depending on which kind of data you want to import,
use Add Files or Add Folder.
Import using Add Files
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import From Data File on the Legacy Data panel.
The Import CADWorx Legacy Catalog From Data File dialog box displays.
2. Click Add Files .

The file displays in the Source Files box.
4. Select a source file, and then under Validation, select a size table from the Size Table list.
The data file type displays in the Select Data File Type box.
Selecting By Column Name or By Column Count determines how information is displayed in the
Select Data File Type box. Selecting By Column Count displays all the data file types for each source in
the Source Files box. Alternatively, selecting By Column Name only displays the data files for the source
file you have selected. Some selections in Source Files do not have data file information.
5. Select a data file type from the Select Data File Type box.
Only one data file type can be selected at a time. The data file type needs to be set for each source
file listed in the Source Files box.
6. Click Import.
The converted file displays in the Converted Files box.
These steps can be repeated without needing to close the dialog box.
7. Click Close when finished.
To see information about the data conversion, click View Log File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Source Files dialog box to view its information in Notepad.
Import using Add Folders
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import From Data File on the Legacy Catalog Data panel.
The Import Legacy Data From File dialog box displays.
2. Click Add Folder .

3. Select a legacy folder to import, and then click Open.
The entire folder displays in the Source Files box.
Selecting By Column Name or By Column Count determines how information is displayed in the
Select Data File Type box. Selecting By Column Count displays all the data file types for each source in
the Source File box. Alternatively, selecting By Column Name only displays the data files for the source
file you have selected. Some selections in Source Files do not have data file information. If you need to
delete a file from Source Files simply select the file, and then click Delete . The file no longer displays in
source files.
file listed in the source files box.
6. Click Import.
These steps can be repeated without having to close the dialog box.
To see why something was not converted, or what, where, and when it was converted, click View Log File.
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Pipe Support Import Assembly
Catalog Data: Right-click the catalog > Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File
Imports legacy pipe support data from an assembly file. For more information, see PipeSupport.
Assembly File - Specifies the assembly file for import.
Library Folder - Specifies the location for the legacy components folder for import. This must be located in the
legacy CADWorx folders.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for the import. You must first create a size table before importing the legacy
data.
Data Files - Specifies the imported information.
Path - Specifies the path for the legacy data.
Status - Specifies the status of the selected data. If Status is Missing, then the incorrect Library Folder
was selected.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Pipe Support Import Assembly on the Legacy Catalog Data
panel. Alternatively, click in Catalog Data, right-click the catalog, and then select Import Pipe Support
Legacy From Assembly File.
The Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File dialog box displays.
2. Under Source, click the Assembly File ellipsis.
The Data Files box fills with the legacy data.
4. Click the Library Folder ellipsis.
5. Select the legacy folder that contains the data file, and then click OK.
7. Select the data files you want to import from the Data Files box, and then click OK. Alternatively, select the
Select / deselect all check box to select all legacy data in the Data Files dialog box.
8. Click Import.
One of the following two responses displays: No files were converted, or [Number] files
converted. If no files were converted, make sure the data to import is correct.
9. Click OK on either message you receive.
10. When finished with the import, click Close.
For detailed information about the contents that were or were not converted, click View Log File.
You can double-click any of the data files in the Data Files dialog box to view its information in Notepad.
Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Catalog Data > Pipe Support Import Data
Catalog Data: Right-click the catalog > Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File
Imports legacy pipe support data from a data file.
Add Files - Imports legacy data using chosen files.
Add Folder - Imports legacy data using chosen folders.

Delete - Deletes a selected source from the Source Files box.
Source Files - Specifies the selected files or folders for import.
Converted Files - Specifies the files converted after import.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for validation of import.
Select Data File Type - Specifies the component type for the specification import.
There are two options for importing data from the data files. Depending on which kind of data you want to import,
use Add Files or Add Folder.
Import using Add Files
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Pipe Support Import Data on the Legacy Catalog Data panel.
Alternatively, click in Catalog Data, right-click the catalog, and then select Import Pipe Support Legacy
From Data File.
The Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File dialog box displays.
2. Click Add Files .

The file displays in the Source Files box.
file listed in the Source Files box.
6. Click Import.
These steps can be repeated without needing to close the dialog box.
To see information about the data conversion, click View Log File.
Import using Add Folders
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Pipe Support Import File on the Legacy Catalog Data panel.
Alternatively, click in Catalog Data, right-click the catalog, and then select Import Pipe Support Legacy
From Data File.
The Import Pipe Support Legacy From Data File dialog box displays.
2. Click Add Folder .

3. Select a legacy folder to import, and then click Open.
The entire folder displays in the Source Files box.
file listed in the source files box.
6. Click Import.
These steps can be repeated without having to close the dialog box.
To see why something was not converted, or what, where, and when it was converted, click View Log File.
Transfer Data Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Transfer Data
Enables you to transfer data from one catalog to another catalog, or from one project to another project.
Catalog Data - Copies data from one catalog to another

catalog. For example, the source catalog data can be
copied to the target catalog. For more information, see
Catalog Data.
Project Data - Copies data from one project to another

project. For example, the source project data can be copied
to the target project. For more information, see Project
Data.
Catalog Data
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Transfer Data > Catalog Data
Copies data from one catalog to another catalog. For example, the source catalog data can be copied to the
target catalog.
Source - Specifies where the information to be transferred comes from.
Target - Specifies where the information is transferred.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Catalog Data on the Transfer Data panel.
Data transfers for projects and catalogs can be conducted while working in a catalog or a project.
The Would you like to use the current catalog for target? dialog box displays.
This only displays when you have a catalog open.
2. Select Yes to use the current catalog.
OR
Select No to use a different catalog.
The Transfer Catalog Data dialog box displays.
3. Click Open next to the small Source box.

4. Select a catalog to copy data from, and then click Open.
The data displays in the large and small Source boxes.
5. Select New to transfer to a new catalog.

The New Catalog dialog box.
Complete using the information in New Catalog.
OR
Select Open , next to the small Target box, to transfer to an existing catalog.
The Open dialog box displays depending on your selection.
Select the source catalog and then click Open.
The data displays in the small and large Target boxes.
6. Click and drag the table file information from the Source box to the Target box. Alternatively, you can right-
click a source, and then Copy/Paste the source into the Target box.
7. Click Save to save the changes.
Project Data
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Transfer Data > Project Data
Copies data from one project to another project. For example, the source project data is copied to the target
project.
Source - Specifies where the information comes from for the project transfer.
Target - Specifies where the information goes to for the project transfer.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Project Data in the Transfer Data panel.
Data transfers for projects and catalogs can be conducted while working in a catalog or a project.
The Would you like to use the current project for target? dialog box displays.
This only displays when you have a project open.
2. Select Yes to use the current project.
OR
Select No to use a different project.
The Transfer Project Data dialog box displays.
3. Click Open next to the small Source box.

4. Select a project to copy data from, and then click Open.
The data displays in the large and small Source boxes.
5. Select New to create and transfer to a new project.

The New Project dialog box.
Complete using the information in New Project.
OR
Select Open next to the small Target box, to transfer to an existing project.
Select the source project, and then click Open.
The data displays in the small and large Target boxes.
6. Click and drag the specification information from the Source box to the Target box.
Components can be copied from the loaded source project to the loaded target project by dragging or
by using right-click Copy/Paste functionality across the component listings. Target project components can
be deleted by selecting the applicable component with right-click and Delete, or by pressing DELETE.
7. Click Save to save the changes.
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays, telling you the project has been modified outside the
application, and asking if you would like to reload it.
9. Click OK to load
OR
Click Cancel to exit.
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays when you click OK, asking if you would like to load from
the base catalog.
10. Click Yes to load base catalog.
OR
Click No to not load the base catalog.

The project reloads with the changes.
11. Click File > Save to save the changes to the project.
Export Data Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home Catalog tab: Export Data
Exports data to a text document or an Excel document.
Export Table To Text Excel - Exports the table selected to

a text document. For more information, see Export Table To
Text Excel.
Export Table To Text Excel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Export Data > Export Table To Text Excel
Exports data from the selected table to a text document.

1. Open a catalog file, and then select a table.
2. On the Home tab, click Export Table To Text Excel on the Export Data panel. Alternatively, right-
click and select Export Table To Text Excel.
The Save As dialog box displays.
3. In the Save As Type list, select Text Files (*.txt) or Excel Files (*.xls).
4. Select or create a folder to save the document, and then click Save.
The text document saves to the selected folder.
To view the document open it in Windows Explorer.
View Catalog Tab

Select a check box to open each window.
Display - Displays the Catalog Data, Base Catalog Data,

Properties, Component Tables, EndType Tables, and
Component Types windows. For more information, see
Display Panel.
Display Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display
Enables you to view the following windows.
Catalog Data - Displays all the data loaded in a catalog, and

enables you to manipulate the data. For more information,
see Catalog Data.
Base Catalog Data - Displays all the information in the base
catalog. For more information, see Base Catalog Data.
Properties - Displays the properties of all the data in the
catalog. For more information, see Properties.
Component Tables - Lists all the components by table

name and version. For more information, see Component
Tables.
EndType Tables - Lists of all the end types by table name
and version. For more information, see EndType Tables.
Component Types - Displays all component types available
in the specification editor and enables you to change the
names as needed. For more information, see Component
Types.
Catalog Data
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Catalog Data
Displays all the data loaded in a catalog, and enables you to manipulate the data. Catalog Data displays when
you open an existing catalog or create a new catalog. Selecting Catalog Data hides or displays the Catalog
Data View.
Size Tables folder

Contains all the size, bolt diameter, and bolt length data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate
the size, bolt diameter, and bolt length data by adding new tables, and by changing existing tables. All tables can
be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that
displays. For more information, see Size Table, Bolt Diameter Table, and Bolt Length Table.
Material Tables folder

Contains all the material data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the material data by adding
new material tables, and by changing existing material tables. Material tables can be opened, deleted, and
added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays. For more
information, see Material Table.
Schedule Tables folder

Contains all the schedule data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the schedule data by
adding new schedule tables, and by changing existing schedule tables. Schedule tables can be opened, deleted,
and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays. For more
information, see Schedule Table.
Thickness Tables folder

Contains all the thickness data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the thickness data by
adding new thickness tables, and by changing existing thickness tables. Thickness tables can be opened,
deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays. For
more information, see Thickness Table.
EndType Tables folder

Contains all the end type data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the end type data by adding
new end type tables, and by changing existing endtype tables. Endtype tables can be opened, deleted, and
added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays. For more
information, see End Type Table.
Data Tables folder

Contains all the category and component data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the
category and component data by adding new data tables and categories, and by changing existing data tables
and categories. Data tables can be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table,
and then using the menu that displays. For more information, see Data Table.
IndexCode Tables folder
Contains index code data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the data by adding new
information or by changing existing data. Index code tables can be opened, deleted, and added in Catalog Data
by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays. The index code cannot be deleted when
it is associated with a DBCode table. For more information, see IndexCode Table.
DBCode Tables folder

Contains database codes data for the components in CADWorx. You can manipulate the data by adding
database code tables, or by changing existing data. DBCode Tables can be opened, deleted, and added in
Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays. For more information, see
DBCode Table.
Miscellaneous folder
Contains miscellaneous data for the components in CADWorx, such as end prep data. You can manipulate the
data by adding tables, or by changing existing data. Miscellaneous tables can be opened, deleted, and added in
Catalog Data by right-clicking the file or table, and then using the menu that displays.
Base Catalog Data

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Base Catalog Data
Displays all the information in the base catalog for Spec Editor. The base catalog information can be displayed
by clicking the Base Catalog Data check box in the Display panel.
Add to catalog - Adds the selected table information from

the base catalog to the open catalog.
Refresh base catalog - Refreshes the base catalog.
Open base catalog - Opens the base catalog for editing.
When you change the base catalog, the software prompts you with a Reload message box. Click Yes to reload
and update the base catalog. If you click No, you can click Refresh base catalog to accomplish the same
thing.
Properties
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Properties
Displays the properties of the specific data you have selected in the catalog. You can use the Properties view to
change the aspects of a specification, project, catalog, or catalog table file. The table folders do not have
properties. Selecting the Fields ellipsis or double-clicking Custom Data brings up the New Field or Edit Field
dialog box. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box. Each category in Data Tables displays different
components. Each component has its own specific information under properties, as well as a picture of the
component. Different types of available options vary by component. Some components have available options
that others do not have. You can find the property explanations in the Appendix.
See Also
New Field Dialog Box

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Custom Data
Double-clicking Custom Data opens the New Field dialog box and enables you to add new information to the
properties of the specification data. The New Field dialog box opens any time you click Custom Data in the
Properties view. User Defined fields created using the Custom Data option automatically turn the names of
those fields into Keywords. If you create custom fields with Keywords that already exist in the Spec Editor, the
new keyword does not display in the Description Format Dialog Boxes. The keyword already exists, and the
software does not recognize identical keywords.
Name - Specifies a name for the new field. This name becomes the Keyword and cannot be changed after
creation. When creating custom data, numbers, letters, the hyphen (-), and the underscore (_) are the only
permissible characters. No other special characters are allowed.
Title - Specifies a title for the new field. The column takes the title from the text in this box and can be edited at
any time. If you change this title in Properties, the column title changes as well. However, the Name (Keyword)
remains the same. Best practice calls for the Name and the Title to match.
Description - Specifies a description of the information in the new field. This box is simply a note for you to
understand why this field is being created.
Data Type - Specifies the type of data. The types of data allowed are Real, Integer, Text, or List. After you click
OK you can no longer edit this option.
Real - Only allows real number characters in the Default Value box.
Integer - Only allows integer number characters in the Default Value box.
Text - Only allows alpha characters in the Default Value box.
List - Enables you to create a list of items to use for the custom data. You can create data in the list, and
then select it from the Default Value list. To change this list, select the ellipsis to the left of the Data Type
list. When you select the List option, the software activates the dialog box and then the ellipsis. For more
information, see List Items Dialog Box.
Required Input - Specifies whether the information you are creating requires input from you.
Validation Rule - Specifies the validation rule for the custom data. This field is unavailable for edit.
Default Value - Specifies the default value to of the custom data. If the List option is selected, a list of items
displays here. This list of items is based on the data created in the List Items Dialog Box.
Attach Field to Components - Attaches the custom data field to the component. Clear the Attach Field to
Components check box if you do not want the custom data to appear in the model. Selecting this option allows
for the custom data you are creating to show up in the model, including the database, and bill of materials. If you
attach the property to a component, you can turn that property off by opening the already added property and
clearing the check box. Any new component drawn after that point does not contain the property. If you run
CONVERTFROMPRJDATA on the previously create components, and have cleared this option, the custom data
is removed.

Create a new properties field
Edit a field
List Items Dialog Box

Enables you to make a list of items for custom data. With the List option you can create different values for the
same custom data.
For instance, if you create a custom data field called Manufacture, you can create a list of different
manufactures, and then apply those manufactures to each separate component. The list of items you create is
selected in the Default Value box. The list becomes available after creation.
To change the text or values you created in the List Items dialog box in the Main Table List View or the Main
Table Spec View, select the column with the custom data, and then select a new item from the list.
Item - Displays the list of items you create.
New - Enables you to create new items in the list for custom data.
Delete - Enables you to delete the items from the list for custom data.
Right-click Menu
New - Enables you to create new items in the list for custom data.
Edit - Enables you to rename the custom data item in the list.
Delete - Enables you to delete the items from the list for custom data.
To select the Default Value after you create a list, see New Field Dialog Box.
Create a new properties field

1. Open a project, and then select a specification or the project.
OR
Open a catalog, and then select a table.
2. Click the View tab, and then click Properties in the Display panel.
3. Double-click Custom Data. Alternatively, right-click Custom Data, and then click Add.
You can right-click from within a catalog, and then select Add Custom Data To All Tables. However,
the Thickness Tables folder does not contain this option. The software adds the custom data you create to
all the tables in that folder.
The New Field dialog box displays.
4. Type a name in the Name box.
5. Type a title in the Title box.
6. Type a description in the Description box.
7. Select the Data Type list, and then select a data type. If you select List, do the following:
a. In the List Items dialog box, click New and then type the information that you want to appear in
Custom Data.
b. Repeat step A for different items. Each line constitutes a new selection in Default Value.
c. Click OK.
8. In the Required Input list, select Yes or No.
9. Type a default value in the Default Value box. If you selected List, that information is now listed here.
Select an item from the list.
10. If you want to attach new custom data to the component, then select the Attach Field to Components
check box. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box.
11. Click OK.
The new field is added to the properties window.
Edit a field
1. Click the View tab, and then click Properties in the Display panel.
2. Select a field in Fields and click the ellipsis.
The Edit Field dialog box displays.
3. Update the necessary fields, and then click OK.
You can remove an attached custom data field from a component, table, or specification by clearing the
Apply Fields to Components check box.
Component Tables
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Component Tables
Shows a listing of all the components by TABLENAME, AUTHOR, and PTN (Part Number). To view the
component tables, click the View tab, and then select the Component Table check box in the Display panel.
The Component Tables display on the Main Table List View.
EndType Tables
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: EndType Tables
Shows a listing of all the end types by table name and version. To view the endtype list, click the View tab, and
then click EndType Tables on the Display panel.
The EndType Tables displays on the Main Table List View.
Component Types
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Component Types
Shows a listing of all the components by COMPTYPE NAME and Program Code. Enables you to define a
DEFINED COMPTYPE.
COMPTYPE NAME - Specifies the component type name of each component in the Specification Editor. You
cannot edit this it is hard coded in the system.
DEFINED COMPTYPE - Specifies a defined component type name for each component. Changing this text
changes the appearance of the long description in the specification.
Program Code - Specifies the program code for the component. This program code identifies the component in
the Component Edit dialog box in the Component type box. You cannot edit this, it is hard coded in the
system. For more information, see Local Edit in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
To view the component types, click the View tab while working in a catalog, and then select the Component
Types check box in the Display panel.
The Component Types display on the Main Table List View.
Change how the COMPTYPE format displays in the Project Description Formats
1. Enter a value into the DEFINED COMPTYPE box, and then save the catalog.
2. Open the corresponding specification.
3. If the Reload message box displays, click Yes.
If the update from base catalog message box displays, click Yes.
One or both of these dialog boxes displays. If you do not receive the update message box, then the
catalog was not saved, or the wrong project was opened.
4. Open a specification, and click on the component for which you changed the value in the DEFINED
COMPTYPE box. If the value is not changed, then you need to set the components description format or
the specifications description format for the change to take effect. For more information, see Description
Format Dialog Boxes and Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes.
Home Project Tab

Gives you access to the features in an open project.
Clipboard - Enables you to edit the boxes within the Spec

Editor. For more information, see Clipboard Panel.
Specification - Enables you to add specifications to the
project. For more information, see Specification Panel.
Pipe Support - Enables you to add pipe supports to the
project. For more information, see Pipe Support Panel.
Catalog - Enables you to update the project with changes
made to the base catalog. For more information, see Catalog
Panel.
Legacy Specification - Enables you to import legacy
specifications. For more information, see Legacy

Specification Panel.
Transfer Data - Enables you to transfer project or catalog
data. For more information, see Transfer Data Panel.
Export Data - Exports data to either a text document or an
Excel document. For more information, see Export Data
Panel.
Editing - Finds and replaces values in the Spec Editor. For
more information, see Editing Panel.
Exit Spec Editor - Closes the Intergraph CADWorx

Catalog and Specification Editor.
Specification Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Specification
Enables you to add information to a project.
Add Specification - Adds a specification to the project. For

more information, see Add Specification.
Add Specification
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Specification > Add Specification
Adds a specification to a project.

Name - Specifies the name of the specification.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog.
Weight Factor - Specifies the weight factor of the specification. This option is used for various margins of
component weights, such as paint weights, and weld weights.
Component Class - Specifies the class type specification for the component.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable temperature for the component.
Pressure Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable pressure for the component.
DBCode Table - Specifies the database code table from the base catalog.
Size Table - Specifies the size table used in the base catalog.
Available Size - Specifies the available sizes of the size table. These can be changed by selecting or clearing
the check boxes in the list.
Thickness Table - Specifies the thickness table used in the base catalog.
Material Table - Specifies the material table used in the base catalog.
Layer Name - Specifies the layer name. By default this name is the name of the spec, but the name can be
changed.
Layer Color - Specifies the color appearance of the components when using this specification to draw. Select 0 -
ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black, from the list or type
0 through 255 to specify other colors.
Created By - Specifies the name of the person who created the specification.
Description - Specifies the description of the specification.

New and Edit Component Pane
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes
Add a new specification
Add single new component to a spec
Add Multi Component Pane
Add multiple new components to a spec
Add a new specification
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Add Specification on the Specification panel. Alternatively, right-
click the project name in the Project Specs window, and then click Add Specification.
The New Specification dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the new spec in the Name box.
3. Use the default catalog, or click the Catalog ellipsis for a new catalog. When the Select Company Catalog
File dialog box displays, select a catalog, and then click Open.
4. Type the weight factor in the Weight Factor box.
The weight factor accounts for the various margins of the component weight, such as paint weight,
and weld weight.
5. Type the component class in the Component Class box.
6. Type the temperature rating in the Temperature Rating box.
7. Type the pressure rating in the Pressure Rating box.
8. Click the DBCode Table list, and then select a database code table.
10. Use the Available Size list to select or clear sizes.
11. Click the Thickness Table list, and then select a thickness table.
12. Click the Thickness Table ellipsis to specify schedules for specific thickness types, using the Schedule
Assignment dialog box that displays. Click OK when finished.
13. Click the Material Table list, and then select a material table.
14. Click the Material Table ellipsis to assign material for specific data types, using the Material Assignment
dialog box that displays. Click OK when finished.
15. Click Long Desc Format.
16. Click Part Number Format.
17. Click Short Desc Format.
18. Click Tag Format.
Click OK in each dialog box when finished. For more information on the format dialog boxes, see
Description Format Dialog Boxes.
19. Type a layer name in the Layer Name box, select one from the list, or use the default layer name.
20. Click the Layer Color list, and then select a layer color.
21. Type your name in the Created By box.
22. Type a description of the specification in the Description box.
23. Click OK.

The new spec appears under the project name in Project Specs.
New and Edit Component Pane

CADWorx Spec Editor Project Specs window: Double-click a project specification
Component Tab
Enables you to add or edit components for a specification. The information in the list comes from the base
catalog.
Click Show Data Table , when available, to display the Base Catalog Data and obtain more information.
You can copy and place any component in the Main Spec List View in the same specification or another
specification in the current project.
Component Setup
Group - Specifies the component to add or edit. While editing, this box is unavailable.
Type - Specifies the component type for the group selected.
Data Table - Specifies the specific data used for the selected type, and populates the EndType Data Table and
the Sort Sequence. See the note below under the EndType Data Table subheading. When the data table is
selected, the Sort Sequence auto-populates with the program code from the selected data table.
Data Table Update Only - Specifies this is only an update from the data table. The Data Table Update Only
check box is only available when editing.
Size Range - Specifies the sizes of the component. When you edit a component, the software derives the size
ranges from the catalog data table for that component. For example, if you have only sizes 1 to 20 in your data
table, only sizes 1 to 20 display in the Size Range list. If you need to add sizes to the component, you must first
add them to the data table in the catalog, and then update your project. You must select the new sizes in the
Limit Spec Size Range To list after you update your project. Otherwise, the software does not display the sizes
in the Size Range list. For more information, see Specification Properties.
BOM Type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the component.
Layer Name - Specifies the layer of the component.
Color Index - Specifies the color of the component in a drawing. Select 0 - ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 -
Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black, from the list or type 0 through 255 to specify other
colors.
IndexCode - Specifies the index code of the component. This index code is from the DBCodes Table in the
base catalog. For more information, see DBCode Table.
Optional Component - Specifies whether the component is an optional selection. Select the Optional
Component check box, if you want the component to be an optional choice.
EndType Data Table
Apply same end type to all ends - Specifies that the new or selected component has all the same end types.
Select the Apply same end type on all ends check box, to apply the same end types to each component. If the
Apply same end type on all ends check box is selected, the other three end type options are unavailable.
ISOGEN Sym - Specifies the ISOGEN symbol associated with the end type selected. This is the end type
symbol that displays when you run ISOGEN Out.
Refer to the example below for the Start, End, Branch1, and Branch2 descriptions.
Start - Specifies the starting point end type for the component. Use the corresponding list under ISOGEN Sym
(1) to specify the end type symbol for ISOGEN.
End - Specifies the end point end type for the component. Use the corresponding list under ISOGEN Sym (2) to
specify the end type symbol for ISOGEN.
Branch1 - Specifies the first branch end type for the component. Branch1 is available when the Apply same
end type on all ends check box is cleared, and the component has three connection points. Use the
corresponding list under ISOGEN Sym (3) to specify the end type symbol for ISOGEN.
Branch2 - Specifies the second branch end type for the component. Branch2 is available when the Apply same
end type on all ends check box is cleared, and the component has four connection points. Use the
corresponding list under ISOGEN Sym (4) to specify the end type symbol for ISOGEN.
When selecting a Data Table associated with any new component, that component’s EndType Data
Table is automatically set to the Default EndType Data Table Setup associated with that Data Table in the
catalog.
ISOGEN Symbol Information
Identifier - Specifies the identifier used by ISOGEN for the component. For more information, see SKEY
Information in the CADWorx Plant User's Guide.
SKEY - Specifies the SKEY used by ISOGEN for the component. For more information, see SKEY Information in
the CADWorx Plant User's Guide.
Topworks
Topworks - Specifies the topworks for the component. Topworks is available only when the component has
topworks.
Schedule & Material
Main - Specifies the main schedule for the component.
Reduction - Specifies the reduction schedule for the component. Reduction is available only if the component
has a reducing side.
Material - Specifies the material schedule for the component.
Class & Rating
Connection - Specifies the connection information you want to enter.
Start connection - Enables you to specify a start end point temperature, pressure, and class.
End connection - Enables you to specify an end end point temperature, pressure, and class.
Branch 1 connection - Enables you to specify a first branch end point temperature, pressure, and class.
Branch 2 connection - Enables you to specify a second branch end point temperature, pressure, and class.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the maximum allowable temperature for the component.
Apply same rating to all ends - Applies the same rating to all end points.
If you draw a valve with multiple ratings in CADWorx Plant and then attach a flange, the software prompts
you when the flange and the valve rating do not match. You can select Yes to override and insert the flange.
Optionally, select No, and then insert a flange with a matching rating.
Sort Sequence
Sort Sequence - Specifies the location of the item in the bill of material. This number is pulled from the program
code when adding a new component. However, when editing an existing component, the program code from the
original selection stays the same. You have the option to leave this number as it is or change it based on the
following. If you entered 999, this component is placed last in the list. If you enter 0, it is first in the list. If you set
the same sort numbers for different components in the specification, CADWorx places the components in the list
in an alphabetical order.
Description
Long - Specifies the long description for the component. You can change the long description, by clicking the
Long ellipsis which opens the Long Description Format dialog box. You can also type information in the Long
box, and then click Apply to add the information. Blue words are keywords and you can select and copy them.
Black text is a simple text string and can be edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and
Part Number Format Dialog Boxes.
Short - Specifies the short description of the component. You can change the short description, by clicking the
Short ellipsis which opens the Short Description Format dialog box. You can also type information in the Short
box, and then click Apply to add the information. Blue words are keywords and you can select and copy them.
Black text is a simple text string and can be edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and
Part Number Format Dialog Boxes.
Tag - Specifies the tag information of the component. You can change the tag format, by clicking the Tag ellipsis
which opens the Tag Format dialog box. You can also type information in the Tag box, and then click Apply to
add the information. Blue words are keywords and you can select and copy them. Black text is a simple text
string and can be edited as needed. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format
Dialog Boxes.
Part Number - Specifies the part number information of the component. You can change the part number
format, by clicking the Part Number ellipsis which opens the Part Number Format dialog box. You can also
type information in the Part Number box, and then click Apply to add the information. Blue words are keywords
and you can select and copy them. Black text is a simple text string and can be edited as needed. For more
information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes.
Descriptions display in the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and Code boxes shown in the
Component Edit dialog box in CADWorx Plant. For more information, see Local Edit in the CADWorx Plant
Users Guide.
The information the software displays in the Component Edit dialog box is based on the associated component
definition in the specification. The component definition in the specification contains fields for Short Annotation,
Long Annotation, Tag, and Part Number. These boxes can be populated with text data or by setting the
schema in the Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes or Description Format Dialog Boxes.
You can configure a description schema for the Short annotation, Long annotation, Tag, and Code boxes at
the project level, the specification level, and the component level. If you define a schema at any of these levels,
then the software derives the description from that level.
Component level schemas take precedence over specification level schemas and specification level schemas
take precedence over project level schemas. For instance, if the sub-category Nipple under Pipe in the
Component List tree has a schema defined, then the information displaying in CADWorx for Nipple derives
from this schema. If you remove the schema definition from the Nipple sub category, then when you place a
Nipple in the model, the schema derives from the Pipe category description schema under the Component List
tree.
If you remove the description schema in Pipe, the description derives from the Component description schema
in the Component List tree. If you delete all of the description schemas at the component level, then the
software repeats the above process internally at the specification level. Next, the software repeats this process
at the project level.
When the description format is empty at the component level, then the box under Description in the New and
Edit Component Pane reads Using Specification Format. If the description format is empty at the component
level and at the specification level, then the box under Description in the New and Edit Component Pane reads
Using Project Format.
Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the component.
If you receive a red exclamation or a warning triangle , hover over it with your mouse to identify
additional detail on possible data issues.
Branch Tab
Enables you to set up the permitted branch components through a grid.
Main Size NPS - Specifies the main size of the branch component.
Reduction Size NPS - Specifies the reduction size of the branch component.
Grid - Specifies units of the current specification, the size values, and the components available for a branch.
For more information, see Add single new component to a spec.
You can add the Straight Tee/Cross + Reducer option to the branch table, as seen below. This enables
you to insert a tee or a cross with reducers based on the branch sizes. For example, if you cross a 4 inch line
with a 1.5 inch line, the software prompts you to insert a 4 inch straight cross with 4"X1.5" reducers to connect
the 1.5 inch line to the 4 inch line. You must select the Straight Tee/Cross + Reducer option for each
intersecting sizes of the branch table in the CADWorx Spec Editor, and then set the Apply Branch Table Rule
to Automatic in the Piping Rules of the CADWorx Plant Setup. These settings enable CADWorx to check the
branch table and provide you the Cross + Reducers and Tee + Reducer options in CADWorx Plant. For more
information, see Apply Branch Table Rule in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes

CADWorx Spec Editor New component pane: Click the Long, Short, Tag, or Part Number ellipsis
Enables you to edit the Long description, Short description, Tag, and Part Number formats for components in a
specification.
Users Guide.
tree.
Component Tables
Component Tables - Lists the format types available for component tables in Table Fields.
Material Tables - Lists the format types available for material tables in Table Fields.
Size Tables - Lists the format types available for size tables in Table Fields.
Schedule Tables - Lists the format types available for schedule tables in Table Fields.
DBCode Tables - Lists the format types available for database code tables in Table Fields.
IndexCode Table - Lists the format types available for index codes tables in Table Fields.
Thickness Tables - Lists the format types available for thickness tables in Table Fields. This table is not
available in Part Number Format.
EndType Tables - Lists the format types available for end type tables in Table Fields.
Spec Tables -Lists the format types available for spec tables in Table Fields. This table is not available in Part
Number Format.
End Prep Tables - Lists the format types available for the end prep tables in the Table Fields. This format
contains the END_PREP_PTN schema. Select the END_PREP_PTN schema to add the PTN value from the end
preparation table to your descriptions. You must select an End Prep Table Name in the specification Properties
for the end preparation part number to display correctly. Then, set the PartDescriptionCat variable and the
Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in CADWorx Plant for the END_PREP_PTN to display in your model. For more
information, see PartDescriptionCat and Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide. To add
an end preparation table, see End Prep Table.
The DEFINED COMPTYPE in the Component Types view affects the COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field.
Changing the value in the DEFINED COMPTYPE box changes the descriptions using COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL.
The software reads the DEFINED COMPTYPE you specified for the component. The software then displays the
new DEFINED COMPTYPE value as the description when using the COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field schema.
For more information, see Component Types.
Long, Short, Tag, or Part Number Format dialog box fields
Table Fields - Lists the long or short description format, the tag format, or the part number format for the chosen
table and enables you to add the table field to the Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format, Tag Format, or
Part Number Format.
Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format, Tag Format, or Part Number - Lists the actual long or short
description format, tag format, or part number format and enables you to add information. Use the arrows to add
formats from the Table Fields box. Alternatively, you can drag or double-click a format to add it from Table
Fields to Long Desc, Short Desc, Tag, or Part Number Format. If you added a space of text in the Format
box, you can select the space or text and then edit it.
Select the space or text, right-click, and then select Edit.
Format - Displays the actual appearance of the long or short description, the tag, or part number format. When
you click in the Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format, Tag Format, or Part Number box, the space or text
you added appears. You can then edit the information here or in the Long Desc Format, Short Desc Format,
Tag Format, or Part Number box. Blue words in Format are keywords. You can select keywords and then copy
them. Black text is a simple text string and you can edit as needed.
Example - Displays an example of the long or short description, tag, or part number, as it appears in the
software.
Setup the Component Formats
1. Click the ellipsis for the field to edit.
The <Description Type> Format dialog box displays.
2. Select the Component Tables list, and change if needed.
3. Use the left or right arrows to move table boxes from one field to another. Alternatively, you can drag or
double-click a format to add it from Table Fields to the corresponding format.
4. Use the up or down arrows to move the format.
5. To edit the format appearance, select the table in the <Description Type> Format box, and then change
the format in the Format box.
6. Click OK when finished.
Add single new component to a spec

1. Double-click the specification in the Project Specs view.
The specification displays in the Main Spec List View with the New Component dialog box visible.
CADWorx displays any default settings already specified in the initial set-up in the boxes.
2. If the Edit Component pane is visible instead of the New Component pane, then right-click the spec
component listing, and then select Add.
If some of the boxes are not completely visible, increase the height of the pane.
3. Click the Group list, and then select a group.
4. Click the Type list, and then select a type.
5. Click the Data Table list, and then select a data table. When you select the Data Table, CADWorx
automatically populates the EndType Data Table with the default data from the Default EndType Data
Table Setup in the base catalog.
You can view the information you selected by clicking Show Data Table . The Base Catalog Data
displays data tables for each component group. For more information, see Base Catalog Data.
6. Click the Size Range list, and then select or clear the necessary sizes.
7. Click the BOM Type list, and then select a Bill of Material type or use the default BOM type.
8. Click the Layer Name list, and then select a layer, or use the default layer.
9. Click the Color Index list, and then select a color, or use the default color.
10. Click the IndexCode list, and then select an IndexCode table.
11. Select whether or not the component is an optional component, by selecting the Optional Component
check box.
12. Select the Apply same end type on all ends check box to apply the same end type to all ends on the
component.
The type of component you have selected determines which options are available under the
EndType column.
OR
a. Click the Start list, and then select a starting end type. This list defaults to the Default EndType Data
Table Setup for Start in the base catalog, when applicable. You can change Start to something other
than the default.
b. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
c. Click the End list, and then select an ending end type. This defaults to the Default EndType Data
Table Setup for End in the base catalog, when applicable. You can change End to something other
than the default.
d. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
e. Click the Branch1 list, and then select a branch end type. This defaults to the Default EndType Data
Table Setup for Branch1 in the base catalog, when applicable. You can change Branch1 to
something other than the default.
f. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
g. Click the Branch2 list, and then select a second branch end type. This defaults to the Default
EndType Data Table Setup for Branch2 in the base catalog, when applicable. You can change
Branch2 to something other than the default.
h. Click the ISOGEN Sym list, and then select an ISOGEN symbol for the end type.
13. Under ISOGEN Symbol Information, the software should list default data in the Identifier and SKEY
boxes. To change the Identifier and SKEY, type your identifier in the Identifier box, and then select your
SKEY.
14. Click the Topworks list, and then select the topworks.
15. Click the Main list, and then select a main schedule.
16. Click the Reduction list, and then select a reduction schedule.
17. Click the Material list, and then select a material type.
18. Under the Rating section, the software lists default values from when you created the specification. Change
the Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure Rating values as needed.
19. The software lists default information for the Sort Sequence. You can change the sort sequence used for
the Bill of Materials.
20. Under the Description column, the software lists a default type of the component for the Long and Short
descriptions. You can change the long and short description format by typing new information or using the
ellipsis.
21. Type Tag and Part Number information in their respective boxes.
OR
Select the ellipsis to change the format in the Tag Format dialog box or the Part Number Format dialog
box. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes.
22. Type note information in the Notes box.
23. Click Add at the top right-hand side of the New component pane.
The component adds to the list in the main window.
You can copy and place any component in the Main Spec List View in the same specification or another
specification in the current project.
Branch Tab
1. Click the Branch tab at the bottom of the New component or Edit component pane.
A grid displays with Branch Size (NPS) on top of the grid, and Main Size (NPS) on the left side of the grid.
2. To add permitted components to the grid, right-click the applicable main and branch size intersection, and
then select one of the types listed. You can modify the grid.
You must change the Apply Branch Table Rule option, under Piping Rules in CADWorx
Plant Setup, to Automatic to apply the branch table settings.
The grid box displays letters, indicating that you have added a component.
To add components to multiple intersections at the same time, hold down CTRL while selecting
multiple intersections, or left-click a box and drag the mouse in any direction to select multiple boxes.
3. Click Save when finished. Every time you make a change, you must save the project for the change to take
affect.
Add Multi Component Pane

CADWorx Spec Editor Product Specs window: Double-click a product spec
Adds multiple components to a specification. When adding multiple components you must define a data table for
each component when finished.
Component - Displays a list of components that can be added to a specification. You can select multiple
components by selecting as many check boxes as necessary, or by using the plus + sign to select individual
components in each group.
Size - Specifies the sizes for the component.
Temperature - Specifies the maximum allowable temperature for the component.
Optional Component - Specifies whether the component is an optional selection. Select the Optional
Component check box, if you want the component to be an optional choice.
End-Type
Apply same end type on all ends - Specifies that all selected components have the same end type. If you
select the Apply same end type on all ends check box, the software disables the other three end type options.
Start - Specifies the starting point end type for the component.
End - Specifies the end point end type for the component.
Branch1 - Specifies the first branch end type for the component. The Branch1 list is active if the Apply same
end type on all ends check box is not selected, and the component has three connection points.
Branch2 - Specifies the second branch end type for the component. The Branch2 list is active when the Apply
same end type on all ends check box is not selected, and the component has four connection points.
Schedule
Main Schedule - Specifies the main schedule for the component.
Branch Schedule - Specifies the branch schedule for the component.
Remaining options
BOM Type - Specifies the Bill of Material type for the component.
Tag - Specifies the tag information for the component. You can change the tag format, by clicking the Tag
ellipsis which opens the Tag Format dialog box. For more information, see Component Tag Format.
Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the component.
Color - Specifies the color of the component in a drawing.
Layer - Specifies the layer of the component.
Add multiple new components to a spec

1. Double-click the specification in the Project Specs pane.
The specification displays in the main window with the New component dialog box visible.
2. Right-click the component listing area of the screen, and then select Add Multiple.
The Add multi component dialog box displays.
CADWorx displays any default settings already specified in the initial set-up in the boxes.
3. Use the Component box to select multiple components, by clicking the check boxes.
4. Click the Size type list to select or clear sizes. You might need to increase the pane height if some of the
boxes are not visible.
5. The Component Class, Temperature Rating, and Pressure Rating information are set to default values.
Change these values as needed.
6. Select the Optional Component check box to make this available as an optional component.
7. To apply the same end-type on all ends, select the Apply same end type on all ends check box.
The type of component you have selected determines which options are available under the End-
Type column.
OR
a. Click the Start list, and then select a starting end type.
b. Click the End list, and then select an ending end type.
c. Click the Branch1 list, and then select a branch end type.
d. Click the Branch2 list, and then select a second branch end type.
8. Click the Main Schedule list, and then select a main schedule.
9. Click the Branch Schedule list, and then select a branch schedule.
10. Click the BOM Type list, and then change the Bill of Material (BOM) type or use the default type.
11. Type tag information in the Tag box.
OR
Click the Tag ellipsis, use the Tag Format dialog box to set the tag format, and then click OK. For more
information, see Component Tag Format.
12. Type additional information in the Notes box.
13. Click the Color list, and then change the color, or use the default color.
14. Click the Layer list, and then change the layer, or use the default layer.
15. Click Add at the top-right hand side of the Add multi component pane.
The components are added to the list in the Main Spec List View.
Branch Tab
The Branch tab sets up the permitted specification components by main and reduction sizes, through a grid that
enables you to choose which sizes use which types of components.
1. Click the Branch tab at the bottom of the Add multi component pane.
A grid displays with Branch Size (NPS) on top of the grid, and Main Size (NPS) on the left side of the grid.
2. To add permitted components to the grid, right-click the applicable main and branch size intersection, and
then select one of the types listed. The grid can be modified.
You must change the Apply Branch Table Rule option, under Piping Rules in CADWorx
Plant Setup, to Automatic to apply the branch table settings.

The grid box displays letters, indicating that you have added a component.
To add components to multiple intersections at the same time hold down CTRL while either selecting
multiple intersections, or left-click a box and drag the mouse in any direction to select multiple boxes.
3. Click Save when finished. Every time a change is made, the project must be saved for the change to take
affect.
Edit Project Specs features

Right-click Menu
Add Specification - Enables you to add a new specification to Project Specs. For more information, see Add
Specification.
Sort Specification Ascending - Sorts the specs in Project Specs in ascending order.
Sort Specification Descending - Sorts the specs in Project Specs in descending order.
Import Legacy Specification - Imports a legacy specification data. For more information, see Import Legacy
Specification.
Import AutoPLANT Specification Data - Imports data from AutoPLANT for use in CADWorx. For more
information, see Import AutoPLANT Specification Data.
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data - Imports data from AutoCAD Plant 3D for use in CADWorx. For
more information, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data.
Import Specification From SPRD File - Enables you to import specifications from Smart Plant Reference Data.
For more information, see Import Specification From SPRD File.
Copy - See Copy.
Remove - Removes the selected component from the table list.
Rename - Renames the selected component. Select the component you want to rename, and then enter a new
name.
Collapse - Collapses the selected list.
Export Specification To Text Excel - Exports data to a text document or Excel document. For more
information, see Export Specification To Text Excel.
Import AutoPLANT Specification Data

Right-click on the project in the Main List View, and select Import AutoPLANT Specification Data
Imports data from an AutoPLANT specification.

Import - Imports the AutoPLANT data.
Close - Closes the Import AutoPLANT Specification Data dialog box.
AutoPLANT Data
File Path - Specifies the location of the AutoPLANT data.
Use Spec Catalog - Uses the catalog of the AutoPLANT specification. Clearing this option enables you to select
a different catalog using the Catalog ellipsis.
Catalog - Displays whether or not you are using a CADWorx catalog. If this box is blank, then you selected the
Use Spec Catalog option. If you fill this box, the catalog is a CADWorx catalog.
Tables - Specifies the AutoPLANT Data tables.
Size Table - Specifies the size table.

CADWorx Components
Program Code - Displays the program code associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Short Description - Displays a short description associated with the AutoPLANT data.
Size - Displays the size associated with the component for the AutoPLANT data. Double-clicking the Size box
displays a list that allows you to include or exclude sizes.
Schedule - Displays the schedule for the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Double-clicking the
Schedule box displays a list that allows you to include or exclude schedule data.
Rating - Displays the rating of the program code for the AutoPLANT component. Double-clicking the Rating box
displays a list that allows you to include or exclude rating data.
Select / deselect all - Include or exclude all check boxes in the CADWorx Components box.
Separate Catalog - Indicates whether or not the software creates a separate catalog.
Separate Catalog path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The separate catalog path displays
when you select the Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the catalog or to save in a
different location, click the ellipsis.
Import a spec using an AutoPLANT catalog
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and select Import AutoPLANT Specification Data.
The Import AutoPLANT Specification Data dialog box displays.
3. Select the AutoPLANT data for import, and click Open.
4. Select Use Spec Catalog to use the AutoPLANT catalog.
6. Select the check box of the required Program Code.
Components.
You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double clicking the boxes under each heading.
7. Click Import.
8. Click OK.
Import a spec using a CADWorx catalog
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and select Import AutoPLANT Specification Data.
The Import AutoPLANT Specification Data dialog box displays.
3. Select the AutoPLANT data for import, and click Open.
4. Clear the Use Spec Catalog option to use a CADWorx catalog. This defaults to the catalog you selected as
the base catalog when creating the project. To change the catalog, do the following:
a. Click the Catalog ellipsis.
The Select Company Catalog File dialog box displays.

b. Select a CADWorx catalog and then click Open.
The CADWorx catalog populates the Catalog box.
6. Select a size table from the Size Table list.
7. Select the check box of the required Program Code.
Components.
You can also change the Size, Schedule, or Rating by double clicking the boxes under each heading.
8. Click Import.
9. Click OK.
Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data

Right-click the project in the Main List View, and select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data
Imports data from an AutoCAD Plant 3D specification.

Import - Imports the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Close - Closes the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box.
Help - Displays the help.
AutoCAD Plant 3D Data
Size Table - Specifies a size table when you use a CADWorx catalog for import.
View Detail - Displays the PLANT 3D Size Table Detail dialog box. You can only click View Detail after you
select an AutoCAD Plant 3D specification. For more information, see PLANT 3D Size Table Detail Dialog Box.
Target Unit - Specifies the units of the target project. Target Unit is only available when you select the Use
Spec Catalog option.
Source Unit - Specifies the units in the Plant 3D catalog that are used for import.
The Source Unit list is only available when you select Use Spec Catalog and set Target Unit to
Metric/Inch units. In this case, you have the option to choose between importing either English/Inch
components or Metric/Inch components. In all other instances, the Source Unit list is unavailable because the
Source Unit must reflect the Target Unit. When you select English/Inch or Metric/Metric units for the Target
Unit, the Source Unit automatically selects the English/Inch or Metric/Metric units, respectively.
Usershape Block Unit - Specifies the units for the user shape block from the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Use Spec Catalog - Specifies when the import uses the spec of the AutoCAD Plant 3D data.
Combine Catalog - Creates a combined default catalog for the imported specifications. Combine Catalog is
only available when you select two or more specifications in Plant 3D List Files.
Catalog - Specifies a CADWorx catalog when you do not select the Use Spec Catalog option.
Plant 3D List Files - Displays the Open dialog box and enables you to select one or more AutoCAD Plant 3D
specifications.
Specification List - Lists the specifications that you selected from the Open dialog box.
CADWorx Components
Component Type - Displays a list of the components in the AutoCAD Plant data.
Long Description - Displays a long description associated with the AutoCAD Plant data.
Select / deselect all - Includes and excludes all check boxes in the CADWorx Components box.
Separate Catalog path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The separate catalog path displays
when you select the Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the catalog or to save in a
different location, click the ellipsis.
Right-click Menu
Check group - Enables you to check a component group under Component Type without expanding the group.
Uncheck group - Enables you to clear a component group under Component Type without expanding the
group.
Expand all groups - Enables you to expand all the groups without having to select the plus sign.
Collapse all groups - Enables you to collapse all the groups without having to select the plus sign.
PLANT 3D Size Table Detail Dialog Box

Click View Details
Enables you to check the size table for the Plant 3D catalog when using the Use Spec Catalog option and to
change the outside diameter (OD).
<Plant 3D Size Table Name> - Displays the name of the P3D catalog. This is dynamic, so it is always the name
of the size table you have selected in the Size Table list.
NOM - Nominal Size - Displays the nominal sizes in the Plant 3D size table from the catalog attached to the
Plant 3D specification that you selected in the File Path. This cannot be changed.
OD - Outside Diameter - Displays the outside diameter of the nominal size in the Plant 3D size table from the
catalog attached to the Plant 3D specification you selected in the File Path. To change the outside diameter,
follow the steps below.
1. Click View Details.
2. Click the OD box of the number you want to change.
3. Type the new information.
4. Click Apply to keep the change and make more changes.
OR
This only happens if you click OK without clicking Apply.
Click OK to accept the changes.
The "Do you want to save the changes to (table name)?" message box displays.
Click Yes to save the changes, No to discard the changes, or Cancel to return to the PLANT 3D Size
Table Detail dialog box.
You are returned to the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box.
To finish your work, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data.
Import a single specification using an AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog

1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and then select Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification
Data.
The Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data dialog box displays.
2. Select the Use Spec Catalog option to use the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog. This is the default option.
3. Select the units from the Target Unit list.

The software automatically selects the Source Unit, and the Source Unit list becomes unavailable.
The software populates CADWorx Components only when there are components available in the
AutoCAD Plant 3D specification for the units you selected. The unit you select must be the same as the
units in your chosen specification. If no components match the unit, the CADWorx Components box
remains empty.
4. Click the Plant 3D List Files ellipsis.
6. Select the Size Table for import. If no size table is available, the Target Unit does not match the
specification.
You can click View Detail to view the sizes in the size table and change the outside diameter (OD).
For more information, see PLANT 3D Size Table Detail Dialog Box.
7. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type list, and then click the check box next to the component
that you want to add.
You can use the Select / deselect all check box to select all the components under CADWorx
Components.
If you want a separate catalog, select the Separate Catalog check box. Click the Separate Catalog
file location ellipsis to select a different catalog.
8. Click Import.
9. Click OK.
You can click View Log File to view the details of the conversion.
The AutoCAD Plant 3D specification imports.
Import a single specification using a CADWorx catalog

Data.
2. Clear the Use Spec Catalog option to use a CADWorx catalog. The Catalog box defaults to the base
catalog that you selected when you first created the project. If you did not select a base catalog, then you
must select one now. To select a catalog, do the following:
b. Select a CADWorx catalog, and then click Open.
The catalog you select must have the same units as the AutoCAD Plant 3D specification, or no
components become available for import.
5. Select a size table from the Size Table list. The software auto-populates the Size Table list from the base
catalog. If only one size table exists in your catalog, you cannot select another size table.
6. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type list, and then select the check box for the component
that you want to add. Repeat this step for each component that you want to add.
Components.
7. Click Import.
8. Click OK.
Click View Log File to view the details of the conversion.
Import multiple specifications using a CADWorx catalog

Data.
2. Clear the Use Spec Catalog option to use a CADWorx catalog. The Catalog box defaults to the base
catalog that you selected when you first created the project. If you did not select a base catalog, then you
must select one now. To select a catalog, do the following:
b. Select a CADWorx catalog, and then click Open.
The catalog you select must have the same units as the AutoCAD Plant 3D specification, or no
components become available for import.
If you want to combine the catalogs of the selected specifications, select the Combine Catalog
check box. You can only combine catalogs if you select more than one specification.
5. Select a size table from the Size Table list. The software auto-populates the Size Table list from the base
catalog. If only one size table exists in your catalog, you cannot select another size table.
6. Click the plus sign to expand the Component Type list, and then select the check box for the component
that you want to add. Repeat this step for each component that you want to add.
Components.
7. Click Import.
8. Click OK.
You can click View Log File to view the details of the conversion.
Import Specification From SPRD File

Right-click on the project in the Main List View, and select Import Specification From SPRD File
Imports data from a Smart Plant Reference Data file by creating a catalog and specification in the import.
Units - Specifies the units for the import.
English/Inch - Uses the imperial system with nominal inch input.
Metric/Inch - Uses the metric system with nominal inch input.
Metric/Metric - Uses the metric system with metric input.

List Items
Type Name - Lists the type of information for the Smart Plant Reference Data import.
Item Name - Lists the item name of the Smart Plant Reference Data being imported, such as the component or
the specification.
Parent Name - Indicates whether the Smart Plant Reference Data information is created for the catalog or the
specification. The catalog and specification information are created in the Import Specification From SPRD
File dialog box.
Status - Specifies the status of the Smart Plant Reference Data information.
Pending - Indicates the item in the list has not been selected or imported.
Selected - Indicates the item in the list has been selected and is awaiting importation.
Successful - Indicates the item in the list has been successfully imported.
Failed - Indicates the item in the list has not been converted and has not imported.
Select / deselect all - Include or exclude all check boxes in the List Items box.
Catalog Path - Indicates the path of the separate catalog. The Catalog Path displays when you select the
Separate Catalog check box. To change the name of the SPRD catalog or to save in a different location,
select the Catalog Path ellipsis.
File Path - Specifies the file path to the original file.
Select File - Enables you to select the Smart Plant Reference Data files for the import.
Import - Imports the Smart Plant Reference Data information.
Close - Closes the Import Specification From SPRD File dialog box.
1. Right-click the project in the Main List View, and select Import Specification From SPRD File.
The Import Specification From SPRD File dialog box displays.
2. Click Select File.
3. Select the Smart Plant Reference Data file for import, and then click Open.
4. Select the check boxes to import.
Components.
Select the Separate Catalog check box to create a separate catalog.
To change the name of the SPRD catalog or to save in a different location, select the Catalog Path
ellipsis.
5. Click Import.
You can view a log file of the details for the conversion by clicking View log file.
6. Click Close.
The software imports the Smart Plant Reference Data file specification.
If the Do you want to update project from base catalog? message displays, do the following:
1. Click Yes.
The Review Update message box displays.

2. Click Yes or Review Update. If you click Review Update, see Review Table Links Dialog Box for more
information.
The project updates from the base catalog.
Pipe Support Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Pipe Support
Enables you to add new pipe support assemblies and import legacy pipe support assemblies to a project. These
assemblies are added to the Pipe Support Assembly pane. For more information, see Pipe Support Assembly.
Add Pipe Support Assembly - Adds a pipe support

assembly to a project. For more information, see Add Pipe
Support Assembly.
Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly - Enables you to
import legacy pipe support assembly components. For more
information, see Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly.
Add Pipe Support Assembly
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Pipe Support > Add Pipe Support Assembly
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Pipe Support Assembly > Right-click the project in the Pipe Support
Assembly pane > Add Pipe Support Assembly
Adds a pipe support assembly to a project.
For pipe supports to work correctly, you must have a PipeSupport category in the catalog with all
components needed.
Name - Specifies the name of the pipe support assembly.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog.
Size Table - Specifies the size table used in the base catalog.
Available Size - Specifies a list of the available sizes in the size table. These can be changed by selecting or
clearing the check boxes in the list.
Created By - Specifies the name of the person who created the pipe support assembly.
Description - Specifies the description of the pipe support assembly.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Add Pipe Support Assembly in the Pipe Support panel.
The New Pipe Support Assembly dialog box displays.
2. Type the name of the new assembly in the Name box.
3. Use the default catalog, or click the Catalog ellipsis for a new catalog. When the Select Company Catalog
File dialog box displays, select a catalog, and then click Open.
This catalog must contain a PipeSupport category for the pipe supports to function correctly.
To add a pipe support category, see Legacy Catalog Data Panel or to build your own, see Category Table.
This is the size table from the catalog you selected in the last step. If this catalog does not contain a
size table you need to add one before you can add the new pipe support assembly.
5. Use the Available Size list to select or clear sizes.
6. Type your name in the Created By box.

7. Type a description of the assembly in the Description box.
8. Click OK.
The new pipe support assembly displays under the project name in Pipe Support Assembly.
See Also
Pipe Support Assembly
Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Pipe Support > Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly
Assembly pane > Import Pipe Support Assembly
Enables you to import legacy pipe support assembly components using the Import Pipe Support Assembly
dialog box.
Assembly File - Specifies the legacy file to import the pipe supports.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog to reference the pipe support information. This catalog must contain a
PipeSupport category for the pipe supports to function correctly. To add a pipe support category, see Legacy
Catalog Data Panel or to build your own, see Category Table.
Size Table - Specifies the size table from the base catalog that contains the pipe support size information.
Import - Imports the pipe support to the project for use in the drawing. For more information on using the new
pipe support in the drawing, see CADWorx Support Modeler in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly on the Pipe Support
panel.
The Import Pipe Support Assembly dialog box displays.
2. Click the Assembly File ellipsis.
3. Select the pipe support specification for import, and then click Open.
Legacy pipe supports are contained in the programs Spec folder for 2013 and prior.
4. Check the Catalog and Size Table, and change if needed. These should be from the default base catalog.
If you want to use a different catalog, click the Catalog ellipsis, and then select a new catalog. Make
sure that this catalog has a PipeSupport category for the pipe supports to function correctly.
5. Click Import.
The pipe supports are added to the Pipe Support Assembly pane under the project.
Catalog Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog
Enables you to update the project from a catalog and review the tables for update.
Update From Catalog - Updates the project from the base

catalog. For more information, see Update From Catalog.
Review Table Links - Enables you to review and edit the
table links for the catalog update. For more information, see
Review Table Links.
Update From Catalog
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog > Update From Catalog
Updates the spec project from the base catalog.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Update From Catalog on the Catalog panel.
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays, asking if you would like to update from the base catalog.
2. Click Yes, No, or Review Update.
3. If you click Review Update, see Review Update & Review Table Links Dialog Box to continue.
The project updates from the base catalog.
Review Update
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog > Update From Catalog > Review Update
Enables you to check and change the details of the spec project that you want to update from the base catalog.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Update From Catalog on the Catalog panel.
OR
Open a project that has had its base catalog updated.
The CADWorx Spec Editor dialog box displays, asking if you would like to update from the base catalog.
2. Click Review Update.
The Review Table links dialog box displays.
For more information, see Review Table Links Dialog Box.
Review Table Links
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Catalog > Review Table Links
Displays the Review Table Links dialog box enabling you to review the links for update and change the Source
Table Name and the Source ID as needed.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Review Table Links on the Catalog panel.
The Review Table Links dialog box displays.
2. See Review Table Links Dialog Box to continue.
Review Table Links Dialog Box

Enables you to check the data IDs and other information pertaining to a Catalog or Project and change the
Source ID and/or Source Table as needed.
Specification - Displays the specifications in the project that you can select to update from a catalog to that
specification. This options is only visible when working in a project.
Show All Tables - Displays all the tables associated with the project you open.
Show Mis-Matched Tables - Displays only the mis-matched tables associated with the project you open.
Show Tables With Updates - Displays only the tables with updates from the catalog for the project you open.
Table Type - Displays the type of tables in the catalog. Use anyone of the three options above to receive only
those types of tables.
Destination Table Name - Displays the destination table for the catalog to be updated from.
Source Table Name - Displays the name of the source table in the catalog where the information being updated
is coming from. If this is listed incorrectly, click the Source Table Name box under the heading and a list
appears. Select the correct source table.
Destination Base ID - Specifies the ID for the destination table.
Source ID - Specifies the ID for the source table. The Source ID box is editable.
Destination Table Date - Displays the date of the destination table.
Source Table Date - Displays the date of the source table.
OK - Accepts the settings and updates from the catalog, and closes the Review Table Links dialog box.
Cancel - Cancels the update.
Apply - Saves changes from the catalog for the item selected in the Specification list.
Apply All - Saves changes from the catalog for all items in the Specification list.
Force Update - Updates the item selected in the Specification list.
Force Update All - Updates all items in the Specification list.
Help - Displays the CADWorx help file.
Change the Source Table Name and Source IDs as needed, and then click OK to update. Alternatively, you
can click Force Update or Force Update All.
To view the Review Table Links dialog box in a catalog, your catalog must use a base catalog and the
catalog must contain data. You can access this option by right-clicking the catalog and selecting Review Table
Links.
Legacy Specification Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Specification
Enables you to import specs from earlier versions of CADWorx.
Import Legacy Specification - Imports specifications from

an earlier version of CADWorx. For more information, see
Import Legacy Specification.
Import Legacy Specification
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Legacy Specification > Import Legacy Specification
Imports specifications from an earlier version of CADWorx.

Specification - Specifies the specification folder for import.
Catalog - Specifies the base catalog for the import.
Size Table - Specifies the size table for the import.
1. Click the Home tab, and then click Import Legacy Specification on the Legacy Specification
panel.
The Import Legacy Specification (.spc) dialog box displays.

2. Click the Specification ellipsis.
3. Navigate to the folder and specification file for import, and then select it.
4. Click Open.
The Specification and Catalog boxes are populated.
5. To change the Catalog box, click the Catalog ellipsis.
You must have a catalog already set up, with the data for the specification already imported
into it.
7. Click Import.
The Converted successfully dialog box appears.
8. Click OK.
Export Data Panel

CADWorx Spec Editor Home Project tab: Export Data
Exports data to a text document or an Excel document.
Export Specification To Text Excel - Exports the

specification selected to a text document. For more
information, see Export Specification To Text Excel.
Export Specification To Text Excel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home Project tab: Export Data > Export Specification To Text Excel
Exports data from the selected specification to a text document.

1. Open a project file, and then select a specification.
2. On the Home tab, click Export Specification To Text Excel on the Export Data panel. Alternatively,
right-click and select Export Specification To Text Excel.
The Save As dialog box displays.
3. In the Save As Type list, select Text Files (*.txt) or Excel Files (*.xls).
4. Select or create a folder to save the document, and then click Save.
The text document saves to the selected folder.
To view the document open it in Windows Explorer.
Editing Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Editing
Enables you to edit specified values.
Find and Replace - Finds and replaces specific values. For

more information, see Find and Replace.
Find and Replace
CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Editing > Find and Replace
Finds and replaces specific values in the Specification Editor data.
The Find and Replace function only works with the Long Description, Short Description, or Tag boxes
that consist of non-keyword texts. Any formatted keywords that exist in the Long, Short, or Tag boxes are
not replaced when using the Replace function. For more information on Keywords, see Keywords in the
CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
The Specification Editor classifies keywords in four categories. First, the combination of the Fields and the
table as in the case of SPEC_MAT_TBL which calls the SPEC field from the Material Table for the format.
Second, a Field, such as USER_PART_NUMBER, by itself is a keyword. In addition, when you create a
user defined field with the Custom Data option, the field name becomes a keyword. Finally, a property by
itself, such as COMPONENT_PTN, (which calls the Part Number property from the selected component), is
a keyword. For a listing of all the fields and properties in the Specification Editor, see Property Descriptions.
You can view all Keywords in the Description Format dialog boxes by selecting the ellipsis to the right of
the boxes. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes and
Description Format Dialog Boxes.
Look in
Current Project - Searches in the current project.
Current Specification - Searches in the current specification.
Find options
Match case - Matches the search to the case (lower or upper) in the Find what box.
Match whole word - Matches the search to the exact whole word in the Find what box.
Search Up - Matches the search moving upwards in the Spec Editor rather than downwards.
Find type
Long description - Matches the search to the long description.
Short description - Matches the search to the short description.
Tag - Matches the search to the tag data.
Long description, Short description, and Tag can be selected at the same time so that the search finds
all types associated with the text.
Find
1. On the Home tab, click Find and Replace on the Editing panel.
The Find and Replace dialog box displays.
2. Type the text you want to find in the Find what box.
3. Specify parameters for Look in, Find options, and Find type.
4. Click Find Next.
The value is found.
Replace
1. On the Home tab, click Find and Replace on the Editing panel.
The Find and Replace dialog box displays.
2. Type the text you want to find in the Find what box.
3. Select the Replace with check box.
The Replace with box activates.
4. Type the text to replace in the Replace with box.
5. Specify parameters in Look in, Find options, and Find type.
6. Click Find Next, and then click Replace.
OR
Click Replace.
OR
Click Replace All.
Replace All replaces every instance of the text in the Find what box throughout the Specification
Editor for the open project. Use this option with caution.
The value is replaced.
View Project Tab

Select a check box to open each window.
Display - Displays the Project Specs, Base Catalog Data,

Project Catalog Data, Pipe Support Assembly, and
Properties. For more information, see Display Panel.
Display Panel
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display
Project Specs - Displays the current project, and enables

you to add, delete, open, and import specification data. For
more information, see Project Specs.
Base Catalog Data - Displays all the information in the base
catalog of CADWorx. For more information, see Base
Catalog Data.
Project Catalog Data - Displays all the information attached
to the open project. For more information, see Project
Catalog Data.
Pipe Support Assembly - Displays the Pipe Support
Assembly pane and enables you to added or import pipe
supports to the project. For more information, see Pipe
Support Assembly.
Properties - Displays the properties of all the data in the
project. For more information, see Properties.
Project Specs
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Project Specs
Displays the current project, and enables you to add, delete, open, and import specification data. For more
information, see Specification Panel. Selecting the Project Specs check box, hides or displays the Project
Specs view.
Project Catalog Data

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Project Catalog Data
Displays all the information attached to the open project. The Project Catalog Data includes the information
taken from the catalog and the information from the added specifications. Project Catalog Data enables you to
view, but not change, the information. Edits can only be made when working with the edit options in the Home
tab of the Spec Editor. Selecting the Project Catalog Data check box, hides or displays the Project Catalog
Data view.
Pipe Support Assembly

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Pipe Support Assembly
Displays the pipe supports associated with the current project and enables you to add additional supports.
Right-click Menus
Right-click the project file listed in the Pipe Support Assembly pane to access the following options:
Add Pipe Support Assembly - Enables you to add a new pipe support assembly to the project. For more
information, see Add Pipe Support Assembly.
Import Pipe Support Assembly - Enables you to import a pipe support assembly. For more information, see
Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly.
Expand/Collapse - Expands or collapses the pipe supports in the project.
Properties - Displays the Properties for the project.
After adding a new pipe support, right-click the pipe support to get the following options:
Open - Displays the Pipe Support New Component pane.
Add Support Component - Enables you to enter a new component for a pipe support. For more information,
see Add Support Component.
Copy - Enables you to make a copy of the pipe support.
Remove - Enables you to remove the pipe support from the project.
Rename - Enables you to rename the assembly file.
Expand/Collapse - Expands or collapses the pipe supports in the project.
Properties - Displays the Pipe Support Assembly properties.
Properties for the component table can be found in the Appendix. For more information, see PipeSupport.

Add Pipe Support Assembly
Import Legacy Pipe Support Assembly
Add Support Component
Add a new support component
Edit a support component
Add Support Component

Assembly pane > After adding a pipe support assembly right-click the new support > Add Support Component
Controls parameters for adding and editing supports to the PRJ file.
Components Available - Displays the support components that you can use to make an assembly. After you
select a type, the list box shows the available data tables for that type of support.
Add - Moves the selected item from the Components Available list to the Components Selected list.
Remove - Moves the selected item from the Components Selected list to the Components Available list.
Components Selected - Displays the components in the assembly. The support is built using the selected
components in the order shown.
Move Up - Moves the selected item one position higher in the assembly sequence.
Move Down - Moves the selected item one position lower in the assembly sequence.
Attachment Type - Specifies the attachment for the pipe support. Attachment Type indicates how the support
is attached in the drawing.
Pipe - Specifies that the support is a pipe support. The attachment for a pipe support can be changed.
Elbow - Specifies that the support is an elbow support. The attachment for a pipe support can be changed.
Tee - Specifies that the support is an elbow support. The attachment for a pipe support can be changed.
CAESAR II Type - Specifies the restraint type of the support for use in CAESAR II pipe stress analysis.
BOM:
Sort - Locates a component item in the bill of material schedule. Type the needed value. Type 0 to place the
item first in the schedule. Type 999 to place the item last. If the same sort numbers are used for different
components, they are placed in alphabetical order.
Type - Specifies the type of bill of material item. Select Fabrication, Erection, Offshore, or Misc.
General - Specifies general information about the pipe support such as the Name and Size Range.
Name - Specifies the name of the support. This name displays in the CADWorx Support Modeler palette.
You can rename the support assembly here or, by clicking it in Pipe Support Assembly, and then typing a
new name.
Size Range - Specifies the sizes for the component.
Isolation Options:
Increase support size if component is insulated - Automatically selects a larger size support component
based on the insulation thickness. For example, a six-inch nominal size pipe (6.625 inch actual OD) has four-
inch thick insulation (14.625 inch OD). This makes the total pipe diameter 6.625 inch actual OD plus 8 inch
insulation OD. The software determines the support by looking it up in the data file.
Use next larger size if exact size is not available - Specifies that if the calculated support is not available
in the data file, the next larger size support is selected.
ISOGEN and Insulation Options:
SKEY - Specifies the SKEY value ISOGEN uses for an isometric drawing. If you do not specify an SKEY
value, ISOGEN uses SKID as the default SKEY value when you insert a support in the drawing. For more
information, see SKEY Information in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Identifier - Specifies the identifier value ISOGEN uses for an isometric drawing. For more information, see
SKEY Information in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Message Type - Specifies the format of text displayed with the support.
Message Text - Specifies text displayed with the support.
Detail Sketch - Specifies a .DWG AutoCAD file containing details about the support. Select the file from the
Select detail sketch file dialog box.
Description:
Tag - Specifies an optional tag description for the component.
Short - Specifies the abbreviated description for the component.
Long - Describes the component. This description is used in the bill of materials.
Part Number - Specifies the part number information of the pipe support component.
Notes - Specifies any notes attached to the pipe support component.


1. Right-click the pipe support under the project in the Pipe Support Assembly pane.
2. Click Add Support Component.
The New component pane displays.
3. Select an Attachment Type.
4. Select a component from the Components Available list.
5. Use the Add or Remove arrows to move the component parts needed to the Components Selected
box. Alternatively, you can drag the component parts needed to the Components Selected box.
Use the Move Up or Move Down arrows to rearrange the order of the parts as they display in the
drawing in the Components Selected box.
6. Select a CAESAR II Type.
7. Select the Sort for the bill of materials.
8. Select the Type for the bill of materials.
9. Type the name of the pipe support in the Name box.
10. Select the Size Range list, and then select sizes to add to or clear from the list.
11. Select the Insulation Options as needed by selecting their respective check boxes.
12. Type the identifier for ISOGEN in the Identifier box.
13. Select the SKEY for the ISOGEN.
14. Select a Message Type.
15. Type a message text to appear for the pipe support.
16. Select a Detail Sketch, by selecting the ellipsis.
17. Type the long description in the Long box.
18. Type the short description in the Short box.
19. Type the tag in the Tag box.
21. Type the notes in the Notes box.

1. Double-click the pipe support under the project in the Pipe Support Assembly pane.
The Edit component pane displays.
2. Select a component from the Components Available list if a change is needed.
3. Use the Add or Remove arrows to move the component parts needed to the Components Selected
box.
Use the Move Up or Move Down arrows to rearrange the order of the parts as they display in the
drawing in the Components Selected box.

4. Change the CAESAR II Type as needed.
5. Change the Sort for the bill of materials, if needed.
6. Change the Type for the bill of materials, if needed.
7. Update the name of the pipe support in the Name box if needed.
8. Select the Size Range list, and then select sizes to add to or clear from the list.
9. Select or clear the Insulation Options as needed.
10. Change the identifier for ISOGEN in the Identifier box, if needed.
11. Change the SKEY for the ISOGEN, if needed.
12. Select a Message Type, if needed.
13. Type a message text to appear for the pipe support.
14. Select a Detail Sketch, by selecting the ellipsis.
15. Update the long description in the Long box.
16. Update the short description in the Short box.
17. Update the tag in the Tag box.
18. Update the part number in the Part Number box.
19. Update the notes in the Notes box.
Properties
CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Properties
Displays the properties of the specific data you have selected in the project. You can use the Properties view to
change the aspects of a specification, project, catalog, or catalog table file. Selecting the Fields ellipsis or double
clicking Custom Data brings up the New Field or Edit Field dialog box. For more information, see New Field
Dialog Box. You can also access the Long Desc Format Setup, Short Desc Format Setup, Tag Format
Setup, Part Number Format Setup, Layer Manager, Material Assignment Setup, and Schedule
Assignment Setup and make changes. Different types of available options vary by component. Some
components have available options that others do not have. You can find the property explanations in the
Appendix.
See Also
Description Format Dialog Boxes
Layer Manager Dialog Box
Matching End Type Table Dialog Box
Material Assignment Setup
Schedule Assignment Setup
Description Format Dialog Boxes

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > <Description Type> Format Setup ellipsis
Specifies the description format.

Users Guide.
tree.
For more information on the component level, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes.
Components List - Displays the available list of components. The Component List consists of levels of formats
as described above. The main Component level covers all components. Next, the category level covers each
category type of component. The next level contains the individual components. The software reads the
schemas that you place in each of these areas in order from bottom to top. The software always reads the
individual components level first. If the individual component format is empty, then the software reads the
category component level. If the category component level is empty, then the software reads the main
component format.
Component Tables drop-down - Displays the list of catalog tables to choose a format.
Component Tables - Lists the format types available for component tables in Table Fields.
Material Tables - Lists the format types available for material tables in Table Fields.
Size Tables - Lists the format types available for size tables in Table Fields.
Schedule Tables - Lists the format types available for schedule tables in Table Fields.
DBCode Tables - Lists the format types available for database code tables in Table Fields.
IndexCode Table - Lists the format types available for index codes tables in Table Fields.
Thickness Tables - Lists the format types available for thickness tables in Table Fields. This table is not
available in Part Number Format.
EndType Tables - Lists the format types available for end type tables in Table Fields.
Spec Tables - Lists the format types available for spec tables in Table Fields. This table is not available in
Part Number Format.
End Prep Tables - Lists the format types available for the end prep tables in the Table Fields. This format
contains the END_PREP_PTN schema. Select the END_PREP_PTN schema to add the PTN value from the
end preparation table to your descriptions. You must select an End Prep Table Name in the specification
Properties for the end preparation part number to display correctly. Then, set the PartDescriptionCat
variable and the Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in CADWorx Plant for the END_PREP_PTN to display in your
model. For more information, see PartDescriptionCat and Apply Pipe End Prep Rule in the CADWorx Plant
Users Guide. To add an end preparation table, see End Prep Table.
Table Fields - Lists the formats for the chosen table, and enables you to add the table field to the format.
The DEFINED COMPTYPE in the Component Types view affects the COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field.
Changing the value in the DEFINED COMPTYPE box changes the descriptions using COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL.
The software reads the DEFINED COMPTYPE you specified for the component. The software then displays the
new DEFINED COMPTYPE value as the description when using the COMPTYPE_CMP_TBL table field schema.
For more information, see Component Types.
<Description Type> Format - Lists the format, and enables you to add the needed formats from the Table
Fields box. If you have added a space or text in the Format box, then you can select and edit the space or text.
Select the space or text, right-click, and then select Edit.
Format - Displays the appearance of the format. You can now add a space or text to the format. When you click
in the <Description Type> Format the space or text you have added appears. You can then edit the information
here or in the <Description Type> Format. Blue words in Format are keywords and can be selected to copy.
Black text is a simple text string and can be edited as needed.
Example - Displays an example of the format as it would appear in the software.
Import - Imports formats from other projects.
Export - Exports formats for use in other projects.
1. Open an existing project or create a new project. The <Description Type> Format dialog boxes can be
opened in both places. If creating a new project, skip to the second part of step 3.
2. Click the View tab, and then select Properties in the Display panel.
3. Click the Long Desc, Short Desc, Tag, or Part Number Format Setup box in the Properties window, and
then click an ellipsis.
OR
Click Long Desc, Short Desc, Tag, or Part Number in the New Project window when creating a new
project.
The <Description Type> Format dialog box displays.
4. Select a component from the Components List.
You can also import a format, and then edit it as needed. If you import a format and do not want to
edit it, skip to step 9.
5. Select a table from the tables list above Table fields.
6. Use the left or right arrows to move table boxes from one field to another. Alternatively, you can drag or
double-click a format to add it from Table Fields to the format box.
7. Use the up or down arrows to move the format if needed.
If you want to remove a format, select it, and then press DELETE.
8. To edit the format appearance, select the format in the <Description Type> Format box, and then change
the format in the Format box.
You can export the format for use in other specifications.
10. Click File > Save to save changes to the project.
The <Description Type> Format dialog boxes can also be accessed using the Add Specification
command from the Home tab in the Specification panel.
Layer Manager Dialog Box

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Layer Manager ellipsis
Specifies layers that can be added to the project. The layers you create can be selected at the specification and
component level from Layer Name in the Specification properties or the New Component pane. Whichever
color you set the Layer Color to in the Layer Manager for any layer appears in the drawing when piping with
that specification or drawing a component. This option can be accessed from the project properties or from the
New Project dialog box.
New Layer - Enables you to add a new layer to the Layer Manager.
Delete Layer - Enables you to delete a layer from the Layer Manager.
Layer Name - Specifies the name of the created layer. The layer name is a default, such as New1, when first
created. Select a layer name, then type the new name in the box to change any Layer Name.
Layer Color - Specifies the color of the created layer. Select a Layer Color to display a list and change the layer
color. The default color is 1- Red. Select 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 -
White/Black from the list, or type 1 through 255 to specify other colors. You cannot use 0 - ByLayer. If you type
0, you receive the following message box: Invalid Color. Color must be 1 - 255. Click OK to return to the Layer
Manager dialog box.
Use the up or down arrows to move the layers around.
1. Open an existing project or create a new project. The Layer Manager dialog box can be opened in both
places. If creating a new project, skip to the second part of step 3.
2. Click the View tab, and then select Properties in the Display panel.
3. Click the Layer Manager box in the Properties window, and then click the Layer Manager ellipsis.
OR
Click Layer Manager in the New Project window when creating a new project.
The Layer Manager dialog box displays.
4. Click New Layer .
A new layer is added to the Layer Manager.
You can add as many layers as you want at the same time by repeatedly clicking New Layer .
Use the up or down arrows to move the layers up or down.
If you want to remove a format from Layer Manager, select it by clicking to the left of the name, and then
click Delete Layer .
2. Click File > Save to save changes to the project.
Matching End Type Table Dialog Box

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Match End Type ellipsis
Enables you to match end types with each other to be used in the drawing. When placed in the model
components are validated against this Matching End Types Table. The table works in conjunction with the
Apply End Type Rule. For more information, see Apply End Type Rule in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
End Type List - Lists the available end types to match.
Add Left - Adds the end type to the left in the End Type Left column.
Add Right - Adds the end type to the right in the End Type Right column.
New - Creates a new line that enables you to add more matched end types to the Matched End Type list.
Remove - Removes a matched end type from the Matched End Type list.
Remove All - Removes all matching end type pairs from the Matched End Type list.
Default - Sets the default matching end type pairs for the software.
Matched End Type - Specifies the matched end types. All end types can be changed on either the right or the
left by selecting an end type from the End Types List, selecting a row in Matched End Type, and then clicking
either Add Right or Add Left.
End Type Left - Specifies the end type to the left column.
End Type Right - Specifies the end type to the right column.
Import - Imports matching end types from other projects.
Export - Exports matching end types for use in other projects.
Material Assignment Setup

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Material Assignment Setup ellipsis
Specifies the material assigned to each component using the Spec and Grade. The material assignment for a
component can be changed.
1. Select Material Assignment Setup in the Properties window, and then select the Material Assignment
ellipsis.
2. Select a component from the Assign Material list, and then select a new material in the right column, by
using the drop-down arrow. Material numbers in this list are based on industry standards. To access
detailed information on a material number in the Assign Material list, open the Base Catalog Data, and
then open the Material Table.
Schedule Assignment Setup

CADWorx Spec Editor View tab: Display > Properties > Schedule Assignment Setup ellipsis
Specifies the schedule assigned to each size. The schedule assignment for a size can be changed.
1. Select Schedule Assignment Setup in the Properties window, then click the Schedule Assignment
Setup ellipsis.
2. Select a size in Schedule Assignment, and then select a new schedule in the right column, by using the
drop-down arrow. Schedules in this list are based on the schedules assigned to the sizes in the Schedule
Tables file. To access detailed information on a schedule in the schedule list, open the Base Catalog Data,
and then open the Schedule Table.
This appendix contains all the property descriptions available in CADWorx Spec Editor.
In This Appendix
Project Properties
Pipe Support Assembly Properties
Catalog Properties
Project Properties
Project Name - Specifies the name of the project. There are no restrictions to naming conventions.
Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in the catalog or by selecting
a different base catalog.
Catalog Path - Specifies the folder location of the base catalog. You can change the base catalog by using the
Catalog Path ellipsis.
DBCode Table Name - Specifies the name of the database code table from the base catalog.
components.
BOM Type - Specifies the bill of material type associated with the project. This can be changed by click the
name of the BOM Type, and using the list that appears.
Layer Manager - Specifies the layers associated with a project and displays the Layer Manager dialog box. For
more information, see Layer Manager Dialog Box.
Match End Type - Displays the Matching End Type Table dialog box. You can match end types with other end
types for use in CADWorx. For more information, see Matching End Type Table Dialog Box.
Version - Specifies the file project version. You cannot edit this property.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. You can edit this property.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the project. Change as needed.
Custom Data - Add custom data to the project. For more information see, New Field Dialog Box.
Specification Properties
Specification Name - Specifies the name of the specification being worked in. This can be edited.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this specification. This cannot be edited.
Size Table Name - Specifies the current size table being used by the specification. This cannot be edited.
DBCode Table Name - Specifies the name of the database code table from the base catalog.
Thickness Table Name - Specifies the current thickness table being used by the specification. To update this
value with available or newly created thickness tables, click the name of the first table, and then select the new
table from the list. For more information, see Thickness Table.
Material Table Name - Specifies the current material table being used by the specification. To update this value
with available or newly created material tables, click the name of the first table, and select the new table from the
list. For more information, see Material Table.
Bolt Diameter Table Name - Specifies the current bolt diameter table assigned to the specification. To update
this value with available or newly created bolt diameter tables, click the name or the blank space, and then select
a table from the list. For more information, see Bolt Diameter Table.
Bolt Length Table Name - Specifies the current bolt length table assigned to the specification. To update this
value with available or newly created bolt length tables, click the name or the blank space, and then select a
table from the list. For more information, see Bolt Length Table.
End Prep Table Name - Specifies the current end prep table assigned to the specification. To update this value
with available or newly created end prep tables, click the name or the blank space, and then select a table from
the list. For more information, see End Prep Table.
Weight Factor - Specifies the weight of the component. This can be edited.
Component Class - Specifies the classification of the components in the specification.
Temperature Rating - Specifies the temperature rating a component can handle.
Pressure Rating - Specifies the pressure rating a component can handle.
Layer Name - Specifies the numerical value of the layer spec.
AutoCAD Color Index [0-255] - Specifies the color appearance of the components when using this specification
to draw. Select 0 - ByLayer, 1 - Red, 2 - Yellow, 3 - Green, 4 - Cyan, 5 - Blue, 6 - Magenta, 7 - White/Black,
from the list or type 0 through 255 to specify other colors.
components.
Limit Spec Size Range To - Specifies the size limit for components within this specification. This can be edited.
You must select newly added sizes in the Limit Spec Size Range To list. Otherwise, the software does not
display the sizes in the Size Range list on the New and Edit Component Pane.
Material Assignment Setup - Specifies material numbers for specific components. For more information, see
Material Assignment Setup.
Schedule Assignment Setup - Specifies the schedule values for specific sizes based on the schedule table.
For more information, see Schedule Assignment Setup.
Default Flange Type - Specifies the default flange type for the specification. This can be edited.
Reducing Component Selection - Specifies the reduction size setting. There are three options:
Use Reduction Size - Uses the reduction size for the component.
Use Main Size - Uses the main size for the component
Use Larger Wall Thickness - Uses a larger wall thickness for the component.
Spec Description - Specifies the description of the spec. This can be changed.
Custom Data - Add custom data to the specification. For more information see, New Field Dialog Box.
Pipe Support Assembly Properties

Name - Specifies the name of the selected pipe support assembly. This can be edited.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to pipe support assembly. This cannot be edited.
Size Table Name - Specifies the current size table being used by the pipe support assembly. This cannot be
edited.
Limit Spec Size Range To - Specifies the size limit for components within this pipe support assembly. This can
be edited.
Description - Specifies the description of the catalog. Change as needed.
To see the Component Table properties, see Common Component Properties and PipeSupport.
Support Component Properties
Name - Specifies the name of the selected support component. You can edit this property.
Description - Specifies the description of the catalog. You can edit this property.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box. You can access the custom data
fields in CADWorx Plant through the Component Edit dialog box. For more information, see Component
Custom Data Dialog Box and Local Edit in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Custom data for pipe supports only displays in the model if you create it in the Support Component
Properties under the selected pipe support in the Pipe Support Assembly.
Catalog Properties
Name - Specifies the name of the catalog being worked in. You can edit this property.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this catalog. You can edit this property.
Base Catalog Name - Specifies the name of the base catalog. This can only be changed in Catalog or by
selecting a different base catalog.
Catalog Description - Specifies the description of the catalog. You can edit this property.
Each of the tables in the catalog has its own properties.
For more information, see the following topics:
Size Tables Properties
Bolt Diameter Table Properties
Bolt Length Table Properties
Material Tables Properties
Schedule Tables Properties
Thickness Tables Properties
EndType Tables Properties
Data Tables Properties
End Prep Tables Properties
Size Tables Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. This can be edited.
Measure/Bore - Specifies the units tied to this catalog. You cannot edit this. The value comes from the units
selected when creating the catalog.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number assigned to the table. This can be edited. The default
is 001 and auto-populated by the Specification Editor.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. This can be edited.
Fields
NOM - Nominal Pipe Size - The nominal sizes of the pipe.
OD - Outside Diameter - The diameter of the pipe.
DESCRIPTION - Description - The description of the pipe size.
PTN - Part Number - The part number assigned to the size.
Custom Data - Enables you to input fields using the New Field Dialog Box.
Bolt Diameter Table Properties

Fields
DIAMETER - Diameter - Specifies the diameters of each bolt.
DESCRIPTION - Description - Specifies the description of the bolt diameter.
PTN - Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to the bolt diameter.
Bolt Length Table Properties

Fields
LENGTH - Length - The lengths of each bolt.
DESCRIPTION - Description - The description of the bolt length.
PTN - Part Number - The part number assigned to the bolt length.
Material Tables Properties

Fields
SPEC - Material Specification - Value that specifies the material spec.
GRADE - Grade - Value that specifies the grade of the material.
COMPOSITION - Composition - Value that specifies the composition of the material.
COMPTYPES - Component Types - The type of component the material type is associated with. Use the list to
add component types.
DENSITY - Density - Value that specifies the density of the material.
PTN - Part Number - The part number associated with a particular value of material.
Schedule Tables Properties

Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number assigned to the table. This can be edited.
Fields
SCH - Schedule - The schedule of the thickness for components.
SCHENCWT - Schedule Enhance Weight - The schedule used with enhanced weight calculation. Enhanced
weight calculation calculates the weights of components based on the AutoCAD solid geometry, calculated by
(the hollow enhanced solid volume multiplied by the component density). A manufactured component may have
a larger wall thickness then the schedule requires. To make the enhanced weight calculation more accurate,
SCHENCWT can be set to a larger wall thickness schedule. The Enhanced weight calculation is used anytime
the WEIGHT column is 0.0 in a data table. The component drawing mode (2D Double line, 2D Single line, 3D
Solid, or 3D Enhanced) does not have any effect on the weight calculation. The weight calculation is run in
background using a temporary 3D enhanced AutoCAD solid when using 2D Double line, 2D Single line, or 3D
Solid drawing mode.
Weights of the following components are based on the AutoCAD Solid geometry when the WEIGHT column is
0.0 in the component data table:
PIPE SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
ELBOWS SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
O_LETS SCH thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid geometry
TEES SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid

geometry
CAPS SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid

geometry
CROSSES SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid

geometry
LATERALS SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid

geometry
REDUCERS SCHENCWT thickness value used to create AutoCAD solid

geometry
FLANGES Enhanced Data Table Values used to create AutoCAD solid

geometry
Weights of the following components are always based on the Data Table WEIGHT column:
COUPLINGS
GASKETS
BOLTS
WELDS
SANITARY
SPEC_BLIND
BLEED_RING
EXPANSION JOINTS
STRAINERS
UNIONS
USER_SHAPES
VALVES
Y_SHAPE
PTN - Part Number - Value assigned to specific schedules.
Thickness Tables Properties

Size Table - Specifies the size table associated with the Thickness Table. This cannot be changed, it is set up
when the Thickness Table is created.
Schedule Table - Specifies the schedule table associated with the Thickness Table. This cannot be changed, it
is set up when the Thickness Table is created.
Fields
NOM - Nominal Pipe Size - The size of the component from the size table.
Schedule types - The values in this area are schedule table values associated with the thickness table. They
represent the weight and thickness of the component.
EndType Tables Properties

The properties for each component within the EndType Tables are all the same. They are as follows:
EndType - Specifies the end type for that particular component. This cannot be edited.
Size Table - Specifies the size table associated with the EndType Table. This is set up when the EndType is
created.
Part Number - Specifies the part number associated with that particular component end type.
Fields
MAINSIZE - Main size - Specifies the main sizes used for that end type.
OAL - Overall length - Specifies the overall length used for that end type.
FACELEN - face length - Specifies the face length of that end type.
CFD - connection face diameter - Specifies the connection face diameter for that end type.
FFD - face face diameter - Specifies the face face diameter for that end type.
CHD - connection hub diameter - Specifies the connection hub diameter for that end type.
FHD - face hub diameter - Specifies the face hub diameter for that end type.
PENGLEN - pipe engagement length - Specifies the pipe engagement length for that end type.
CPENGD - connection pipe engagement diameter - Specifies the connection pipe engagement diameter for that
end type.
FPENGD - face pipe engagement diameter - Specifies the face pipe engagement diameter for that end type.
Picture Description - Displays a 2D image of the component.
Listed below are the types of components available for selection in the table. Images are provided when
available.
Examples of Component Endtypes
Buttweld Ferrule and Ferrule Hub
1. OAL 1. OAL
2. FFD 2. CPENGD =
3. PID FPENGD
4. CFD 3. PENGLEN
4. PID
5. FHD
Flanged H, I, Q, and Tri-Clamps
1. FFD 1. CFD
2. FACELEN 2. FACELEN
3. PID 3. PID
4. CFD 4. FFD
Socket Engagement Specific Engagement

1. PID 1. OAL
2. OAL 2. PID
3. FHD
Threaded and Socket Weld Threaded Engagement

1. OAL 1. PENGLEN
2. FHD 2. OAL
3. CPENGD 3. PID
= FPENGD
4. PENGLEN
5. PID
Data Tables Properties

Properties in the data table are broken down by the specific components, known as a category. Most component
properties are similar. This list provides the properties for each category. Properties for each Data Table are
listed by type. For more information, see the list of categories below.
Category Properties
Name - Specifies the name of the category.
Type - Specifies the type of component contained in the category.
Description - Specifies a description of the category.
List of Categories
Caps
Couplings
Crosses
Elbows
Flanges
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds
Laterals
O-Lets
Pipe
PipeSupport
Reducers
Sanitary
Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint
Strainers
Tees
Topworks
Unions
User Shapes
Valves
Wye Shape
Common Component Properties

This list of properties specifies the common properties attached to all components within each category. The rest
of the properties are broken down in their respective category for the component type. Each of the following
properties is contained under Component Table in each category.
Name - Specifies the specific name of each component based on type and schedule. This can be changed.
Type - Specifies the type of the actual component. This is the common name of the component and cannot be
changed.
Size Table - Specifies the size table attached to the component. This is based on the size table selected when
the component was added to the category. This cannot be changed.
Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to that particular component type.
Description - Specifies the long description of the component. This includes the common name, the end type,
and the weight. This can be changed.
Short Description - Specifies the short description of the component. This can be changed.
Tag - Specifies the tag of the component. This can be changed.
ETS
ETS or Bitwise End Type Placement Control is common to most but not all data tables. ETS controls the end
type display.
ETS Description
Caps
Specifies the caps properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Caps to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to Cap or Plug.

3. Click the actual data table.
Some of the components do not have all properties specified. If a property is not listed for a
component, then that component does not use the property.
Default EndType Data Table Setup
Apply same end type to all ends - Applies the same end type to all ends when this option is set to True. When
set to False, the software uses more than one end type.
Start - Specifies the start end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
This property sets the default endtype(s) when a new component referencing the associated data table is
added to a Project Specification in the New Component pane. For more information, see New and Edit
Component Pane.
Required
MAINSIZE - Main Size - Specifies the main sizes for the component.
LEN - Length - Specifies the lengths for the component.
HUBOD - Hub Outside Diameter - Specifies the diameter value for the component.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight for the component.
ETS - Bitwise End Type Placement Control - Specifies the value for the placement control. The software
calculates placement control using the end type number for each port. For example, a tee has three ends: side 1
equals 1, side 2 equals 2, and side 3 equals 4. Therefore, the bit placement control equals 7.
USER_PART_NUMBER - User Part Number - Enables you to specify unique part numbers for each individual
component. To insert the USER_PART_NUMBER field, right-click the data table, and then select Add User Part
Number Column. You can also accomplish this by double-clicking Custom Data in the Properties pane and
creating the USER_PART_NUMBER field exactly as it appears here. If you do not need the
USER_PART_NUMBER column, click Cancel.
available.
Cap Plug
1. LEN 1. LEN
2.MAINSIZE 2. HUBOD
3. HUBOD 3. REDSIZE
Couplings
Specifies the couplings properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Couplings to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a coupling component.

Some of the components do not have all properties. If a property is not listed for a component, then
that component does not use the property.
End - Specifies the end end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
Component Pane.
Required
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction property is only
available on reducing components.
available.
Coupling Coupling Reducing

1. MAINSIZE 1.MAINSIZE
2. LEN 2. LEN
3. HUBOD 3. REDSIZE
Coupling Half Coupling Nut
1. HUBOD
2. LEN
1.
MAINSIZE
2. LEN
3. HUBOD
Crosses
Specifies the crosses properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Crosses to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a cross component.
Branch1 - Specifies the first branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
Branch2 - Specifies the second branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
Component Pane.
Required
CENEND1 - Center to Branch 1 End - Specifies the distance from the center to an end.
available.
Cross Cross Reducing

1.
CENEND1
2.
CENEND2
3.
CENEND3
4.
CENEND4
5.
MAINSIZE
1. 6.
CENEND1 REDSIZE
2. CENEND2
3. CENEND3
4. CENEND4
5. MAINSIZE
Elbows
Specifies the elbow properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Elbows to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to an elbow component.
Component Pane.
Required
RAD - Radius - Specifies the radius of the elbow. The type of the elbow is determined by the size of the Radius.
For a long-radius elbow, RAD is greater than 1.5 * MAINSIZE. For a short-radius elbow, RAD is less than
MAINSIZE. The RAD formula that you use should be the same for each row in the RAD column. If they are
different, then the software determines the elbow type by the majority (more than 60% of the RAD boxes
containing the same formula) of the formulas that you have entered.
ANG - Angle - Specifies the angle of the elbow.
SEGS - Number of Segments - Specifies the number of segments on a Mitered Elbow. SEGS is only available
on a Mitered Elbow.
STLEN - Start Tangent Length - Specifies a tangent length.
ETLEN - End Tangent Length - Specifies a tangent length.
available.
Elbow (180_BW, 45L_BW, Elbow (90L_SR_BW,

90L_BW) 180_SR_BW)
1. MAINSIZE 1. ANG
2. RAD 2. MAINSIZE
3. RAD
Elbow (45L_SW/TR, Reducing Elbow

90L_SW/TR)
1. RAD 1. REDSIZE
2. MAINSIZE 2. RAD
3. STLEN 3. MAINSIZE
4. ETLEN
Street Elbow Mitered Elbow
1. RAD 1. MAINSIZE
2. MAINSIZE 2. RADIUS
3. ETLEN
4. ANGLE
5. STLEN
Flanges
Specifies the flanges properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Flanges to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a flange component.
Component Pane.
Required
FLGTHK - Flange Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the flange.
FLGDIA - Flange Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the flange.
HDLE - HUB Diameter Large End - Specifies the diameter of the large end of the flange.
HDSE - HUB Diameter Small End - Specifies the diameter of the small end of the flange.
PENG - Pipe Engagement - Specifies the value of the pipe engagement.
PSB - Pipe Set Back - Specifies the value of the pipe set back for the flange.
LJLEN - Lap Joint Length - Specifies the lab joint length for the flange.
Enhancement
RFD - Raised Face Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the raised face.
RFLEN - Raised Face Length - Specifies the length of the raised face.
BHD - Bolt Hole Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt hole.
BCD - Bolt Circle Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt circle.
BHN - Bolt Hole Number - Specifies the number of bolt holes.
OTD - Orifice Tap Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the orifice tab.
OTA - Orifice Tap Angle - Specifies the angle of the orifice tab.
OTN - Orifice Tap Number - Specifies the value attached to that specific orifice tab.
PID - Pipe Inside Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the inside of the pipe.
RF - Fillet Radius - Specifies the radius of the fillet.
available.
Flange Blind Flange Lap Joint

1. BHD 1. HDLE=HDSE
2. RFLEN 2. PID
3 and 4. 3. FLGTHK
FLGTHK = 4. RFLEN
LEN,
5. RFD
5. RFD
6. BCD
6. BCD
7. FLGDIA
7. FLGDIA
8. LEN
9. BHD
Long Weld Neck Flange Weld Neck
1. HDLE 1. HDLE
2. HDSE 2. HDSE
3. PID 3. PID
4. FLGTHK 4. FLGTHK
5. RFLEN 5. RFLEN
6. RFD 6. RFD
7. BCD 7. BCD
8. FLGDIA 8. FLGDIA
9. LEN 9. LEN
10. BHD 10. BHD
Flange Reducing Slip On Flange Reducing Threaded

1. HDLE 1. HDLE
2. HDSE 2. HDSE
3. PENG 3. PENG
4. PSB 4. PSB
5. LEN 5. FLGTHK
6. PID 6. RFLEN
7. RFD 7. PID
8. BCD 8. RFD
9. FLGDIA 9. BCD
10. RFLEN 10. FLGDIA
11. FLGTHK 11. LEN
12. BHD 12. BHD
Flange Reducing Weld Neck Flange Slip On

1. HDLE 1. HDLE
2. HDSE 2. HDSE
3. PID 3. PENG
4. FLGTHK 4. PSB
5. RFLEN 5. FLGTHK
6. RFD 6. RFLEN
7. BCD 7. PID
8. FLGDIA 8. RFD
9. LEN 9. BCD
10. BHD 10. FLGDIA
11. LEN
12. BHD
Flange Socket Weld Flange Threaded
1. HDLE 1. HDLE =
2. HDSE HDSE
3. PENG 2. MAINSIZE
4. PSB 3. LEN
5. LEN 4. RFD
6. PID 5. BCD
7. RFD 6. FLGDIA
8. BCD 7. RFLEN
9. FLGDIA 8. FLGTHK
10. RFLEN 9. BHD
11. FLGTHK
12. BHD
Stub
1. HDLE
2. HDSE
3. PIPETHK
4. FLGTHK
5. FLGDIA
6. LEN
Gaskets/Bolts/Welds
Specifies the gasket, bolt, and weld properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Gaskets/Bolds/Welds to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a weld, gasket, or bolt.
Gaskets
Bolts
Welds
Laterals
Specifies the laterals properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Laterals to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a lateral component.
Branch1 - Specifies the branch end type associated with that component. This can be changed.
Component Pane.
Required
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. The reduction option is only
CSEND - Center to Small End - Specifies the small center end.
CLEND - Center to Large End - Specifies the large center end.
CBRH - Center to Branch - Specifies the center branch.

available.
Lateral Lateral Reducing

1. CBRH 1. CBRH
2. MAINSIZE 2. REDSIZE
3. CSEND 3. MAINSIZE
4. CLEND 4. CLEND
5. CSEND
O-Lets
Specifies the o-lets properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to O-Lets to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to an o-let component.
Component Pane.
Required
PSA - Pipe Sizes Allowed - Specifies the pipe size allowed for the O-let.
HUBOD - HUB Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the O-let.
PROJ - Outside Projection - Specifies the projection from the outer point.
OLETANGLE - Olet Angle - Specifies the angle of the O-let.
PENG - Pipe Engagement - Specifies the pipe engagement of the O-let.
PSB - Pipe Set Back - Specifies the set back of the pipe from the end point.
POD - Pipe Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the pipe.
available.
Elbow-O-Let Nip-O-Let
1. HUBOD 1. PROJ
2. PROJ 2. SOCTHR
3. HUBOD
4. PSA
O-Let
Lateral-O-Let
Pipe
Specifies the pipe properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Pipe to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a pipe component.
Component Pane.
Required
MINLEN - Optional Minimum Pipe Length - Specifies the optional minimum lengths for the component.
MAXLEN - Optional Maximum Pipe Length - Specifies the optional maximum lengths for the component.
THRDCL - Threaded close length - Specifies the length of a threaded close for a nipple.
SOCCL - Socket close length - Specifies the length of a socket close for a nipple.
available.
Pipe
1. MAXLEN
2. MINLEN
3. MAINSIZE
Nipple
PipeSupport
Specifies the pipe support properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to PipeSupport to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to pipe support.
Some of the components do not have all properties specified. If a property is not listed for a pipe
support, then that support does not use the property. In the list below, some descriptions contain specific
support names because they are only available with those supports.
Show Optional - Specifies how the variable length can be selected in the Pipe Support Data dialog box. This
property appears under the Component Table list, but is unique to the PipeSupport data table. For more
information on the Pipe Support Data dialog box, see Support Modeler Palette in the CADWorx Plant Users
Guide.
0 - Specifies that the components in the Pipe Support Data dialog box use the default data in the Data
Table.
1 - Specifies that you can select specific sizes for the components of a pipe support in the Pipe Support
Data dialog box. The sizes listed are based on the size of the support already selected. If duplicate sizes are
available, they are listed here. Click the ellipsis under Data Table to make this selection.
2 - Specifies that you can select all sizes for the components of a pipe support in the Pipe Support Data
dialog box. All sizes for parts available in the data table are listed when this option is selected. Click the
ellipsis under Data Table to make this selection.
Required
MAXPIPEOD - Max Pipe Outside Diameter - Specifies the maximum outside diameter for a pipe resting on a
support. This is only available for the Clevis Hanger V Bottom.
LENGTH1 - Length1 - Specifies length one of the pipe support.
LENGTH2 - Length2 - Specifies length two of the pipe support.
BOLTOD - Bolt OD - Specifies the outside diameter of the bolt on the Ubolt support.
LEGLENGTH - Leg Length - Specifies the leg length on the Ubolt support.
EXTENSION - Extension - Specifies the extension of the strap.
DROP - Drop - Specifies the drop of the pipe support.
GAP - Gap - Specifies the gap of the pipe support.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the pipe support.
WIDTH - Width - Specifies the width of the horizontal pipe clamp.
NUMBEROFBOLT1 - Number Of Bolt1 - Specifies the value of bolt one on the pipe clamps.
BOLTDIAMETER1 - Bolt1 Diameter - Specifies the diameter of bolt one on the horizontal pipe clamp.
BOLTLENGTH1 - Bolt1 Length - Specifies the length of bolt one on the horizontal pipe clamp.
NUMBEROFBOLT2 - Number Of Bolt2 - Specifies the value of bolt two on the pipe clamps.
BOLTDIAMETER2 - Bolt2 Diameter - Specifies the diameter of bolt one on the horizontal pipe clamp.
BOLTLENGTH2 - Bolt2 Length - Specifies the length of bolt one on the horizontal pipe clamp.
BOLTSET - Bolt Set - Specifies the value for the bolt set on the horizontal pipe clamp.
SUBDIRECTORY - Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the support is located. This is only available in
the Custom category.
DWGNAME - Drawing Name - Specifies the drawing name of the support.
SCALE - Scale - Specifies the scale of the pipe support.
ROTATION - Rotation - Specifies the direction of the support.
CLAMPWEBTHK - Clamp Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness for the clamp web.
CLAMPDEPTH - Clamp Depth - Specifies the depth of the beam clamp.
CLAMPTHK - Clamp Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam clamp.
CLAMPWIDTH - Clamp Width - Specifies the width of the beam clamp.
BEAMFLGWIDTH - Beam FLG Width - Specifies the width of the beam flange.
BEAMFLGTHK - Beam FLG Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam flange.
BEAMWEBTHK - Beam Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the beam web.
LFB - Length From Bottom - Specifies the length from the bottom of the clevis hanger types.
LFC - Length From Center - Specifies the length from the center of the clevis and swivel ring hanger types.
UPPERTHK - Upper Thickness - Specifies the upper thickness of the clevis hanger types.
UPPERWIDTH - Upper Width - Specifies the upper width of the clevis hanger types.
LOWERTHK - Lower Thickness - Specifies the lower thickness of the clevis hanger types.
LOWERWIDTH - Lower Width - Specifies the lower width of the clevis hanger types.
UPPERLENGTH - Upper Length - Specifies the upper length of the clevis and swivel ring hanger types.
UPPERHEIGHT - Upper Height - Specifies the upper height of the clevis hanger types.
NUMBEROFBOLT - Number Of Bolt - Specifies the number of bolts on the support.
BOLTDIAMETER - Bolt Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt on the support.
BOLTLENGTH - Bolt Length - Specifies the length of the bolt on the support.
WEBHEIGHT - Web Height - Specifies the height of the web on the pipe shoe support.
WEBTHK - Web Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the web on the pipe shoe support.
FLANGETHK - Flange Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the flange on the pipe shoe support.
FLANGEWIDTH - Flange Width - Specifies the width of the flange on the pipe show support.
DISTANCEWEB Distance Web - Specifies the web distance on the pipe shoe support.
IBHX - Insulation Band Hole X - Specifies the X insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHY - Insulation Band Hole Y - Specifies the Y insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHD - Insulation Band Hole D - Specifies the D insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
IBHTOP - Insulation Band Hole Top - Specifies the top insulation band hole on the pipe shoe support.
PLATEBW - End Plate Bottom Width - Specifies the width of the bottom end plate on the pipe shoe support.
PLATETW - End Plate Top Width - Specifies the width of the top end plate on the pipe shoe support.
PLATEOY - End Plate Offset From Bottom - Specifies the offset from the bottom for the end plate on the pipe
shoe support.
PLATEOX - End Plate Offset From Side - Specifies the offset from the side for the end plate on the pipe shoe
support.
ANGLE - Angle - The angle of the pipe clamp. For 90 degrees create a hanger pipe clamp. For 0 degrees create
a horizontal pipe clamp.
SUPPORTOD - Support OD - Specifies the outside diameter of the pipe support.
WALLTHK - Wall Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the pipe support.
LENGTH - Length - Specifies the length of the pipe support.
DIAMETER - Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the rod and spring hanger supports.
WIDTH - Width - Specifies the width of the pipe support.
WEIGHT - Weight - Specifies the weight of the support.
Custom data for pipe supports only displays in the model if you create it in the Support Component
Properties under the selected pipe support in the Pipe Support Assembly. For more information, see Support
Component Properties.
available.
Beam Clamp Clevis Hanger Flat Top

1. BEAM 1. UPPER WIDTH
FLANGE THK 2. UPPER THK
2. BEAM 3. BOLT
FLANGE DIAMETER
WIDTH
4. LFB
3. BEAM WEB
5. LOWER THK
THK
6. 3 x BOLT
4. CLAMP
DIAMETER
THK
7.LOWER WIDTH
5.CLAMP
DEPTH
6. CLAMP
WEB THK
7.CLAMP
WIDTH
Clevis Hanger Clevis Hanger V Bottom
1. UPPER 1. UPPER WIDTH
WIDTH 2. UPPER
2. UPPER HEIGHT
HEIGHT 3. UPPER THK
3. UPPER 4. UPPER
LENGTH LENGTH
4. UPPER 5. LFB
THK
6. 3 x BOLT
5.BOLT DIAMETER
DIAMETER
7. MAIN SIZE
6. LFC
8. MAX OD
7. MAIN SIZE
9. BOLT
8. LOWER DIAMETER
THK
10. LOWER THK
9. 3 x BOLT
11. LOWER
DIAMETER
WIDTH
10. LOWER
WIDTH
Custom Pipe Clamp
1. WIDTH
2. THK
3. LENGTH1
4. LENGTH2
5. GAP
6. MAIN SIZE
Pipe Pipe Shoe

1. SUPPORT 1. LENGTH
OD 2. FLANGE THK
2. LENGTH 3. WEB THK
3. WALL THK 4. FLANGE
WIDTH
5. WEB HEIGHT
Plate Rod
1. WIDTH 1. DIAMETER
2. LENGTH 2. LENGTH
3. THK
Saddle Split Ring Hanger

1. THK 1. WIDTH
2. MAIN SIZE 2. GAP
3. DROP 3. MAIN SIZE
4. LENGTH1 4. BOLD
5. LENGTH2 DIAMETER
6. WIDTH 5. THK
Spring Hanger Strap

1. LENGTH 1. WIDTH
2. DIAMETER 2. EXTENSION
3. THK
4. LENGTH1
5. LENGTH2
6. GAP
7. MAIN SIZE
Swivel Ring Hanger UBolt

1. WIDTH 1. LEG LENGTH
2. UPPER 2. BOLT OD
LENGTH 3. MAIN SIZE
3. LFC
4. MAIN SIZE
5. THK
Reducers
Specifies the reducer's properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Reducers to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a reducer component.
Component Pane.
Required
CENOFF - Center Lines Offset - Specifies the offset of the center line.
SESLEN - Small End Straight Length - Specifies the straight length of the small end of the reducer.
LESLEN - Large End Straight Length - Specifies the straight length of the large end of the reducer.

available.
Bushing Concentric / Swage

Concentric
1. LEN 1. MAINSIZE
2. MAINSIZE 2. LESLEN
3. REDSIZE 3. LEN
4. SESLEN
5. REDSIZE
Eccentric / Swage Eccentric

1. MAINSIZE
2. LESLEN
3. LEN
4. SESLEN
5. REDSIZE
6. CENOFF
Sanitary
Specifies the sanitary properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Sanitary to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a sanitary component.
Component Pane.
Required
RAD - Radius - Specifies the radius of the uben.
ANG - Angle - Specifies the angle of the uben.
STLEN - Start Straight Length - Specifies the distance from the start port to the start of the curve.
ENLEN - End Straight Length - Specifies the distance from the end port to the start of the curve.
PROJ - Side to project branch -
BRANPROJ - Branch projection - Specifies the distance from the centerline of the bend to the end of branch
projection.
ACTLG - Actuator length - Specifies the length of the actuator.
ACTOD - Actuator outside diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of the actuator.
YOKELG - Yoke length - Specifies the length of the yoke for a multi-port.
CENCEN - Center to center ports - Specifies the distance from the center to the center of ports.
CENPORT - Center to port - Specifies the distance from the center to the port.
CENSTEM - Center to stem - Specifies the distance from the center to the stem.
Body Type - Expand for information on Body 1, Body 2, and Body 3.
ANGLE1 - Angle 1 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
ANGLE2 - Angel 2 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
ANGLE3 - Angle 3 - Specifies the angle of the branch from the main line of the valve.
available.
Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint

Specifies the spectacle blind, bleed ring, and expansion joint properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Spec Blind/Bleed Ring/Exp Joint to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a spectacle blind, bleed ring, or expansion joint.
Component Pane.
Required
FLGOD - Flange Outside Diameter - Specifies the outside diameter of a flange for a bleed ring, expansion joint,
or spectacle blind.
THK - Thickness - Specifies the thickness of a gasket or a weld.
CCOAL - Center to Center / Overall Length - Specifies the center to center distance or the overall length of the
component.
available.
Bleed Ring Expansion Joint

1. FLGOD 1. THK
2. THK 2. FLGOD
3. CCOAL
4. MAINSIZE
Spectacle Blind
1. FLGOD
2. THK
3. CCOAL
Strainers
Specifies the strainers properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Strainers to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a strainer component.
Component Pane.
Required
CENBTM - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the extreme bottom of the
component.
available.
Strainer
1. CENBTM
2. MAINSIZE
Tees
Specifies the tees properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Tees to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a tee component.
To view the properties listed in this topic, click the plus + sign next to Tees. The category opens and you need to
click a plus + sign next to a tee group. Next, click the actual data table. Some of the components do not have
some of the following properties. If a property is not listed when clicking on a particular component that
component does not use that particular property.
Component Pane.
Required
REDSIZE - Reduce Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component. Only available on reducing
components.
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the distance from the center to the main end.
CEND - Center to End 2 - Specifies the distance from the center to the end end.
CBRH - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the branch end.
available.
Tee Tee Reducing

1. MAINSIZE 1. MAINSIZE
2. CMAIN 2. CMAIN
3. CEND 3. CEND
4. CBRH 4. CBRH
5. REDSIZE
Topworks
Specifies the topworks properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Topworks to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a topworks component.
Required
OPOR - Operator Outside Radius - Specifies the radius from the center to the outside of the actuator wheel.
OPTHK - Operator Thickness - Specifies the thickness of the operator wheel.
RESERVED - RESERVED
OPLENGTH - Operator Length - Specifies the length of the operator stem.
HANDLEOR - Handle Bar Outside Radius - Specifies the outside radius of the handle.
HANDLELENGTH - Handle Length - Specifies the length of the handle to operate the valve.
SUBDIRECTORY - Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the topwork is located.
DWGNAME - Drawing Name - Specifies the drawing name of the topwork.
ROTATION - Rotation - Specifies the direction of the topwork.
LEFTOR - Left Outside Radius - Specifies the left outside radius.
LEFTLENGTH - Left Side Length - Specifies the left side length of the topwork. This property is only on a
topwork that has sides.
RIGHTOR - Right Outside Radius - Specifies the right outside radius of the topwork
RIGHTLENGTH - Right Side Length - Specifies the right length side of the topwork. This property is only on a
topwork that has sides.
NODERADIUS - Node Radius - Specifies the radius of the node. This property is only on a topwork that contains
a node.
GEARBT - Gear Bottom to Stem Bottom - Specifies the distance from the top of the stem to the bottom of the
stem.
WHEELBT - Gear Top to Gear Bottom - Specifies the distance from the top of the gear box to the top of the
stem.
WHEELFT - Stem to Wheel Distance - Specifies the distance of the wheel to the stem.
WHEELOR - Wheel Outside Radius - Specifies the outside radius of the wheel.
WHEELLENGTH - Wheel Length - Specifies the length of the wheel.
SPOKENUMBER - Number of Spokes - Specifies the number of spokes on the wheel.
available.
Actuator Gear1
1. OPOR 1. WHEELFT
2. OPOR/2 2. 2*OPTHK
3. MAINSIZE 3. OPTHK
4. OPLENGTH 4. WHEELOR
5. GEARBT
6. WHEELBT
7. OPLENGTH
Gear2 GearActuator
1. 1. 2*OPOR
2*NODERADIUS 2. OPLENGTH
2. RIGHTLENGTH 3. GEARBT
3. OPTHK 4.
4. OPLENGTH WHEELLENGTH
5. 2*OPOR
6. LEFTLENGTH
Lever1 Lever2
1. HANDLENGHT 1. HANDLENGHT
2. OPLENGTH 2. 2*HANDOR
3. 2*OPOR 3. 2*OPOR
4. 2*HANDOR 4. OPLENGTH
5. OPTHK
Wheel
1. OPOR/5
2. 2*OPTHK
3. OPLENGTH
4. MAINSIZE
5. OPOR
Unions
Specifies the union's properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Unions to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a union component.
Component Pane.
Required
NUTCRNS - Nut Crown distance - Specifies the distance of the nut crown.
available.
Union
1. NUTCRNS
2. LEN
3. MAINSIZE
User Shapes
Specifies the user shapes properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to User Shapes to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a user shape component.
Required
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the component.
TYPE - Type - Specifies the type of user shape.
SUBDIRECTORY - Sub Directory - Specifies the directory where the user shape is located.
DWG3DSOLID - Drawing Name for 3d Solid mode - Specifies the drawing name given to the user shape when it
was created.
DWG2DDOUBLE - Drawing Name for 2D Double Line mode - Specifies the drawing name given to the user
shape when it was created.

DWG2DSINGLE - Drawing Name for 2D Single Line mode - Specifies the drawing name given to the user shape
when it was created.
CONNPOINT - Connection points - Specifies the value of the user shapes connection points.
REFPOINT - Reference points - Specifies the value of the reference connection points for the user shape.
CONNDIRECT - Array Connection directions - Specifies the value of the direction for the connection points of the
user shape.
CONNREDUCER - Array Connection reduce flags - Specifies the value for the reducing connections flags.
CONNENDTYPE - Array Connection endtypes - Specifies the value for the connection points endtypes.
PROFILEPOINT - Array profile points - Specifies the user shapes profile points if there are any.
DENSITY - Density - Specifies the density of the user shape.
LENGTH - Length - Specifies the length for the component.
available.
Valves
Specifies the valves properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Valves to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a valve component.
Component Pane.
Required
ODIN - Outside Diameter Inlet - Specifies the outside diameter of the inlet.
SQ - Square Dimension - Specifies the square dimensions of the valve.
OAL - Overall length - Specifies the overall length of the component.
ENDPORT - End to port outlet - Specifies the distance from the end to the port outlet.
CENFEMALE - Center to Female End - Specifies the distance from the center to the female end.
CPRES - Center to pressure end - Specifies the distance from the center to the pressure end.
ODPRES - Outside Diameter Pressure End - Specifies the outside diameter of the pressure end.
CREL - Center to relief end - Specifies the distance from the center to the relief end.
ODREL - Outside Diameter Relief End - Specifies the outside diameter of the relief end.
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the distance from the center to the main end.
CEND - Center to End 2 - Specifies the distance from the center to the end end.
CBRH - Center to Branch End - Specifies the distance from the center to the branch end.
available.
3-Way Valve 4-Way Valve

1. HUBOD 1. HUBOD
2. CMAIN 2. CMAIN
3. CEND 3. CBRH
4. CBRH
Angle Valve Ball Valve

1. ODPRES 1. MAINSIZE
2. CPRES 2. LENGTH
3. CREL 3. HUBOD
4. ODREL
Butterfly Valve Check Valve

1. HUBOD 1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH 2. LENGTH
Control Valve Dual Check Valve

1. HUBOD 1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH 2. LENGTH
Diaphragm Valve Xbody Gate Valve

1. HUBOD 1. MAINSIZE
2. LENGTH 2.
CENFEMALE
3. OAL
4. HUBOD
Gage Valve Gate Valve

1. MAINSIZE 1. HUBOD
2. 2. LENGTH
ENDPORT
3. OAL
4. SQ
Globe Valve Needle Valve

1. MAINSIZE 1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH 2. LENGTH
Plug Valve Relief Valve

1. HUBOD 1. CPRES
2. LENGTH 2. ODPRES
3. ODREL
4. CREL
Rotary Valve
1. HUBOD
2. LENGTH
Wye Shape
Specifies the wye shape properties. To view the properties:
1. Click the plus (+) sign next to Wye Shape to expand the category.
2. Click a plus (+) sign next to a wye shape component.
Component Pane.
Required
CMAIN - Center to End 1 - Specifies the center main to the end of the wye.
CEND - Center to Branch 1 End - Specifies the center of the first branch to the end of the wye.
CBRH - Center to Branch 2 End - Specifies the center of the second branch to the end of the wye.
available.
Wye
1. CBRH
2. CEND
3. CMAIN
4. MAINSIZE

Fields
INDEXCODE - Index Code - Specifies the index code for a specific component. Index codes are associated with
the database code property INDEXCODE. For more information, see DBCode Tables Properties.
DESCRIPTION - Description - The description of the component associated with the index code.
COMPTYPE - Component Type - Specifies the component type associated with the index code.

Version - Specifies the Spec Editor version. This cannot be edited.
IndexCode Table - Specifies the IndexCode Table selected when creating a DBCode table. This cannot be
edited.
Created By - Specifies the person who created the project. This can be edited.
Edited By - Specifies the person who edited the project. This can be edited.
Fields
INDEXCODE - Index Code - Specifies the index code associated with the selected database code table.
DESCRIPTION - Description - Specifies the description of the component associated with the index code in the
INDEXCODE field.
MAINSIZE - Main size - Specifies the main sizes used for the specific index code and description.
REDSIZE - Reduction Size - Specifies the reduction sizes for the specific index code and description.
PTN - Part Number - Specifies the part number assigned to a specific index code row. When a database code is
imported, the part numbers that display contain the PTN designation, the index code, and an ascending numeric
value.
End Prep Tables Properties

Table Name - Specifies the name of the table selected. You can edit this property.
Default Part Number - Specifies the default part number assigned to the table. You can edit this property. The
default is 001 and auto-populated by the Specification Editor.
Description - Specifies the description of the table. You can edit this property.
Fields
NAME – Specifies the name of the end preparation. The name is an abbreviation of the description.
DESCRIPTION – Specifies the description of the end preparation. The description is the long description of the
name.
PTN – Specifies the part number for the end preparation.
Update History
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2014 SP1:
You can now decide if your model receives custom data information using the Attach Field to Components
check box in the New Field dialog box. For more information, see New Field Dialog Box.
Spec Editor now retains the window size.
O-Let groups are split, so that the long description for each O-Let now reads correctly.
You can now use size table custom data in the long description.
Updated the Component tree view icon in the description format dialog boxes.
LEN_CMP_TBL uses the calculated length of the bolt in the description formats.
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2014:
You can now import legacy pipe supports from an assembly file or a data file for use in CADWorx. For more
information, see Import Pipe Support Legacy From Assembly File and Import Pipe Support Legacy From
Data File.
You can now import and export formats in the Long Description Format, Short Description Format, Tag
Format, and Part Number Format dialog boxes. For more information, see Description Format Dialog
Boxes.
You can now enter the Short Description and Tag in the Properties pane for each component. For more
information, see Common Component Properties.
You can now add and view the category PipeSupport. Added the PipeSupport category property
descriptions to the Property Descriptions. For more information, see PipeSupport.
Added the Pipe Support Assembly pane to the project file. You can add new pipe support assemblies and
add new pipe support components. For more information, see Pipe Support Assembly, Add Pipe Support
Assembly, Add Support Component, and Add a new support component.
You can now import Smart Plant Reference Data specifications using the Import Specification From
SPRD File option. For more information, see Import Specification From SPRD File.
You can now add a DBCode table in Catalog or import from a file. DBCodes can be specified when starting
a new project, adding a new specification, and adding the DBCode Table to an existing project. You can
change the DBCode table properties in all locations dealing with DBCodes. For more information, see
DBCode Table, Import DBCode Table From File, Add DBCode Table, DBCode Tables folder, New Project,
Add Specification, Add a new specification, Edit Project Specs features, Project Properties, Specification
Properties, and DBCode Tables Properties. All of these topics have been updated or added to the manual.
You can now create an IndexCode table for a Catalog. For more information, see IndexCode Table.
You can now double-click to add formats to the format setup dialog boxes. Part Number Format has been
added to the New and Edit Component pane. For more information, see Long, Short, Tag, and Part
Number Format Dialog Boxes and Description Format Dialog Boxes.
You can now define layers using the Layer Manager. For more information, see Layer Manager Dialog Box.
You can now set the end types to match up by using the Matching End Type Table. For more information,
see Matching End Type Table Dialog Box.
You can now add custom data throughout the Specification Editor to projects, specifications, tables, and
more using either the Custom Data option or the right-click Add Custom Data To All Tables option. For
more information, see Edit data table features or any topic with the property Custom Data. All properties are
listed in Property Descriptions.
You can now copy components in the components list in a project. For more information, see Copy.
When you import the DAT file using Import By Spec, the DBCode Table and the IndexCode Table
attached to the file display in the Catalog Data. For more information, see Import By Spec.
You can now view and change component types using the Component Types view. For more information,
see Display Panel and Component Types.
You can now select Mitered Elbow in Type when creating a data table for Elbows. For more information,
see Elbows.
Users Guide
Added all new properties with descriptions to the Property Descriptions.
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2013 R2:
You can now import AutoCAD Plant 3D catalogs using the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data option.
For more information, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data.
You can now import AutoCAD Plant 3D specifications to a project using the Import AutoCAD Plant 3D
Specification Data option. For more information, see Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Specification Data.
You can now review catalog data when updating a project from a catalog with the Review Update option.
You can also use the Review Table Links option on the Catalog panel to review and update. For more
information, see Catalog Panel, Update From Catalog, Review Update, Review Table Links, and Review
Table Links Dialog Box.
You can now review the catalog data between a catalog and its base catalog by selecting the Review Table
Links option in the right-click menu. For more information, see Edit table features and Review Table Links
Dialog Box.
You can now setup the short description and tag formats for projects. For more information, see New
Project, Long, Short, Tag, and Part Number Format Dialog Boxes, Add single new component to a spec,
New and Edit Component Pane, Add Multi Component Pane, Add multiple new components to a spec,
Project Properties, and Specification Properties. All of these topics have been updated or added to the
manual.
Items added and updated with CADWorx Spec Editor 2013 R1:
You can now import AutoPLANT specification and data using the Import AutoPLANT Data option. For more
information, see Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data.
You can now export data to an Excel or text document with the Export to Text Excel. For more information,
see Export Data Panel and Export Table To Text Excel.
You now can find and replace text in a project with the Find and Replace option. For more information, see
Editing Panel and Find and Replace.
You can now right-click in the Main List View and import legacy catalogs from a spec or data file, export to
text or Excel, or Import AutoPLANT Data. For more information, see Edit table features.

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CADWorx Spec Editor

Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor

Intergraph CADWorx Catalog and Specification Editor

The View tab is explained in View Catalog Tab.

The View tab is explained in View Project Tab.

What's New in Spec Editor

MAIN, RED AlphaSizeControl

MAIN, RED AlphaSizeControl

MAIN, RED AlphaSizeControl

MAINDEC, REDDEC Always 1 decimal places

Quick Access Toolbar

Help - Displays the help file.

New Catalog - Creates a new catalog. For more

CADWorx Spec Editor File: New Catalog

1. Click File > New Catalog .

CADWorx Spec Editor File: New Project

1. Click File > New Project .

CADWorx Spec Editor File: Open

Opens an existing project or catalog.

1. Click File > Open .

CADWorx Spec Editor File: Save

 Click File > Save .

CADWorx Spec Editor File: Save As

1. Click File > Save As .

Exit Spec Editor

Exits the software.

Home Catalog Tab

Clipboard - Enables you to edit the fields within the Spec

Exit Spec Editor - Closes the Intergraph CADWorx

Paste - Pastes text from the clipboard into the project or

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Paste

then click Paste on the Clipboard panel.

CADWorx Spec Editor Home tab: Clipboard > Cut

Other Editing Features

Add Table Panel

Type Tables folder in Catalog Data. For more information,

Category Table - Adds a new category to the Data Tables

Edit Table Features

Expand All - Expands all the table lists.

Import AutoPLANT Catalog Data

Imports data from an AutoPLANT catalog.

Import AutoCAD Plant 3D Catalog Data

Imports data from an AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.

CADWorx imports the AutoCAD Plant 3D catalog.

What do you want to do?

Add a new size table

Tables in Catalog Data, and then select Add Size Table .

Add Standard Size

size, see Add MAINSIZE.

Add New Size

Edit size table

Bolt Diameter Table

Diameter - Specifies the diameter of the bolt.

What do you want to do?

Add a new bolt diameter table

Add Standard Diameter

Add New Diameter

Edit bolt diameter table

Bolt Length Table

What do you want to do?

Add a new bolt length table

The New Bolt Length Table dialog box displays.

Add Standard Length

Click File > Save .