When importing a PCF file there are additional settings that can be used to successfully convert a PCF file into a NTL file that can then be opened by AutoPIPE. These additional settings can be found on the PCF translator dialog under Tools> Settings.

Here are some added details about these features:

Tolerance

Tolerance factor to join disconnected elements

Ignore OD< 

Ignore Pipe OD that are smaller than setting

Retain Flange Length

Length of the flange which is attached to the component

Ignore Continuation Components

Ignore components which are continuation to other pipeline

Remove Overlapping part of Component

Ignore Overlapping Components

Ignore first component when overlapping components are detected

Create TEEs at disconnected Branches

Connect branches at the surface of the pipe to the center line of pipe-line. Mainly used for connecting OLETs

Add Anchors at Free Ends

Anchors are added to all node points that are not connected to another component

Prompt User for Material Mapping

See Also

PCF Translator Issues

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