SergeB Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Hi, I have been using for quite a long time the HVAC tools to create ducts and pipes layout. I am not starting get into 3d but I find some limitations. it seems that I can't rotate the elbow other than the on z axis because it is a hybrid object. How can I get around that? Is there a way to make the elbows using the 3d modelling toolset? If so, can someone please guide me on the basic steps. Many thanks, Serge Quote Link to comment
Jim Smith Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Serge, I tried this in VW 2019 & it seems to have the same limitations as you're describing in 2016. The most simple solution is to Ungroup the Duct or Elbow & you can then rotate about the Z. There are some caveats: - 1) Ungrouping a Hybrid object takes all the controls away so it becomes just an object - 2) As a result, if you need to amend the object in the future you will need to create a new object or manually adjust the geometry - 3) To keep the 3D info, you will need to Ungroup while in a 3D view or you will only get the plan view of the Ungrouped object - 4) An Ungroup command will likely result in more than one object so you should either Group or convert to a Symbol (my choice) Hope this helps 1 Quote Link to comment
Popular Post Diego - Resuelvector Posted October 27, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted October 27, 2018 The MEP tools are ancient, they are in need of a revamp, please.... 5 Quote Link to comment
Jim Smith Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 You should add this to the Wish List 1 Quote Link to comment
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.