Cad Wor X Field Pipe Users Guide

CADWorx
fieldPipe User's Guide
Version 2015 (15.0)
February 2015
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Contents
Preface .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Conventions ............................................................................................................................................ 6
Technical Support ................................................................................................................................... 7
What's New in fieldPipe ........................................................................................................................ 10
Introduction for fieldPipe .......................................................................................................................... 12
Requirements for fieldPipe .................................................................................................................... 12
fieldPipe License Commands ............................................................................................................... 13
Total Station Communication Setup ..................................................................................................... 13
FP Palettes Panel ....................................................................................................................................... 17
CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette ............................................................................... 17
Routing with elbows ........................................................................................................................ 18
Piping without elbows ..................................................................................................................... 20
Automatically connect two pipes .................................................................................................... 21
Manually Connect two pipes .......................................................................................................... 24
Connect pipes with elbows ............................................................................................................. 28
Insert a valve or flange ................................................................................................................... 28
Re-associate the Components ....................................................................................................... 29
From Point Cloud ............................................................................................................................ 30
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette .......................................................................................... 31
Setup Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette) ............................................................... 31
Piping Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette) .............................................................. 36
Flange Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette) ............................................................. 38
Total Station Workflow.................................................................................................................... 44
CLX Projects Panel .................................................................................................................................... 54
Open Project ......................................................................................................................................... 54
Close Project ......................................................................................................................................... 55
Import ModelSpace View ...................................................................................................................... 55
Set Load Limit ....................................................................................................................................... 56
Set Regen Factor .................................................................................................................................. 57
Purge ..................................................................................................................................................... 57
Save Project .......................................................................................................................................... 58
Save Project As..................................................................................................................................... 58
CLX Clipping Panel ................................................................................................................................... 59
Clipping Manager .................................................................................................................................. 60
Define Limit Box .................................................................................................................................... 62
Hide Points Inside Fence ...................................................................................................................... 62
Hide Points Outside Fence ................................................................................................................... 63
Reset Clipping ....................................................................................................................................... 63
X axis .................................................................................................................................................... 63
Contents
Y axis .................................................................................................................................................... 64
Z axis ..................................................................................................................................................... 64
Slice Forward ........................................................................................................................................ 65
Slice Backward...................................................................................................................................... 65
X Positive .............................................................................................................................................. 65
X Negative............................................................................................................................................. 66
Y Positive .............................................................................................................................................. 66
Y Negative............................................................................................................................................. 67
Z Positive .............................................................................................................................................. 67
Z Negative ............................................................................................................................................. 68
CLX TruSpace Panel ................................................................................................................................. 69
Open TruSpace ..................................................................................................................................... 71
Close TruSpace .................................................................................................................................... 71
Show/Hide TruSpace ............................................................................................................................ 72
Open KeyPlan ....................................................................................................................................... 72
Close KeyPlan....................................................................................................................................... 72
Sync Toggles ........................................................................................................................................ 72
Perspective Camera Off ........................................................................................................................ 72
CLX Point Rendering Panel ...................................................................................................................... 73
Intensity Mapping .................................................................................................................................. 73
Color From Scanner .............................................................................................................................. 74
Point Density Off ................................................................................................................................... 74
Point Density Level 1 ............................................................................................................................ 74
CLX Accessories Panel............................................................................................................................. 76
Color Mapping ....................................................................................................................................... 77
Point Sources ........................................................................................................................................ 79
ScanWorld Explorer .............................................................................................................................. 79
Configure Databases ............................................................................................................................ 80
Snap/Visibility ........................................................................................................................................ 82
Regenerate Point Clouds ...................................................................................................................... 83
Clash Manager ...................................................................................................................................... 84
Interference Check ................................................................................................................................ 86
Point Cloud Information ........................................................................................................................ 88
About CloudWorx .................................................................................................................................. 88
Defect Report ........................................................................................................................................ 89
CLX Piping Panel ....................................................................................................................................... 90
Pipe ....................................................................................................................................................... 90
Connect Pipes ....................................................................................................................................... 92
Flange Work Point ................................................................................................................................ 93
Patch ..................................................................................................................................................... 94
Section .................................................................................................................................................. 95
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 96
Preface
This document provides command reference information and workflows for CADWorx fieldPipe.
We welcome comments or suggestions about this documentation. You can send us an email at:
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outside your company.
Conventions
Before reviewing this guide, it is important to understand the terms and conventions used in the
documentation.
Use the information below to identify the convention and the type of information.
Convention
Type of Information
[Product Folder]
The CADWorx installation folder on your computer, for example,

C:\CADWorx. Substitute your installation folder anywhere this
notation is used.
[AutoCAD Folder]
The AutoCAD installation folder on your computer, for example,

C:\AutoCAD 2000i. Substitute your installation folder anywhere
this notation is used.
[CD-DRIVE]
The CD-ROM drive on your computer. Substitute your CD-ROM

drive letter anywhere this notation is used.
Command Line
Items that need to be typed in or appear at the AutoCAD

command line.
User Responses
User responses to command prompts.
Commands
CADWorx and AutoCAD commands.
Options
Command line options.
CAPITALS
AutoCAD system variables or keywords.
Key + Key
Key combinations for which you must press and hold down one
key and then press another, for example, CTRL+P or ALT+F4.
Preface
Technical Support
For the latest information on CADWorx fieldPipe, visit Intergraph CADWorx and Analysis
Solutions (http://www.coade.com/).
For current on-line support information, including knowledge base, technical tips, and
downloads, visit Intergraph Smart Support (https://smartsupport.intergraph.com).
You can contact Intergraph CAS Technical Support or Sales:
ICAS Dealer Support (http://www.coade.com/Support/Dealers.shtml) or ICAS General

Support (http://support.intergraph.com/Default.asp)
Technical Support E-mail: ppmcrm@Intergraph.com
Phone: 1-800-766-7701 (CADWorx Direct), 280-890-4566 (General)
Fax: 281-890-3301
Sales E-mail: sales.icas@intergraph.com
In order to provide technical support, Intergraph CAS needs to know what version of CADWorx,
AutoCAD, and Windows you are using. To determine this information, follow the steps outlined
for the product you are using:
CADWorx Product
Steps
Plant, P&ID, fieldPipe, or Steel
Run the CADWORXABOUT command. A dialog

box opens and displays the version information.
Close the dialog box to send the required

information to the AutoCAD command line.
Copy the information from the command line, and

email it to Intergraph CAS.
Run the EQUIPABOUT command. A dialog box

opens and displays the version information.
Close the dialog box to send the required

information to the AutoCAD command line.
Copy the information from the command line, and

email it to Intergraph CAS.
Equipment or PV Fabricator
Internet Publisher
Version information is displayed at the AutoCAD

command line when you start the software.
Datasheets
Click Help > About to display a dialog box that contains

the required information.
In addition to the information above, the table below lists the additional files that are usually
required to assist Intergraph CAS in resolving your technical issues:
Preface
CADWorx Product
Additional Files Required by Intergraph CAS

Support
CADWorx Plant (Piping, Steel, HVAC)
Email the AutoCAD model drawing (DWG) files.
If the model consists of several line numbers,

indicate in the email which line numbers you are
having issues with.
If the model consists of many drawing files with

dependent reference drawings (XREFs), use the
AutoCAD ETRANSMIT command to create a ZIP
file of all the drawings used in the master model.
CADWorx Plant (component data file

creation)
Email information about the part's dimension from the

manufacturer's catalog.
CADWorx ISOGEN
Email the AutoCAD model drawing (DWG) files, any

isometrics generated by ISOGEN, and the ISOGEN
style files.

having issues with.
The ISOGEN.FLS file located in the ISOGEN style

folder lists all the files used (*.OPL, *.MLS, *.FLS,
*.DDF, *.POS, *.ALT, *.DWG*.DXF, *.FDF, *.ATT).
Email all files listed in the ISOGEN.FLS file,
including the ISOGEN.FLS file.
CADWorx Equipment
CADWorx Equipment to PV Elite

interface
Email the AutoCAD model drawing (DWG) file and PV

Elite input file (*.PVI).
PV Fabricator
Email the AutoCAD model drawing (DWG) files and PV

Elite input file (*.PVI).
CADWorx P&ID or CADWorx IP
Email the complete P&ID project, which includes

Project.CFG, Database.TBL, Map.TBL, and all the
DWG, and MDB files. Usually, all of these files are
located in one folder.
If the project has many P&ID drawing files, indicate

which P&ID drawings and components you are
having issues with.
If you are experiencing database errors, include the

file [Product
Folder]\P&ID\System\Sql_Error_Log.TXT.
If you are emailing MDB files, use a compression

utility such as WinZIP. Most email servers have
restrictions on transmitting MDB attachments.
Preface
CADWorx Steel
CADWorx Datasheets
Email the datasheets MDB file and any datasheet file

generated (XLS).
CADWorx Plant to CAESAR II

interface
CADWorx Design Create
CADWorx Design Viewer
If the model consists of many components, indicate

in the model which components or location you are
having issues with.
If emailing MDB / XLS files, use a compression

utility such as WinZIP. Most email servers have
restrictions on transmitting MDB / XLS attachments.
Email the AutoCAD model drawing (DWG) file and

CAESAR II input file (*._A, *.C2).
Run the CADWorx GETALLSPECDATAFILES

command to copy all specifications and data files
used in the model into sub-folders under where the
model drawing file is located.
Zip the contents of these folders and email the ZIP

file to Intergraph CAS Support.

having issues with.

having issues with.
If the model consists of many drawing files with

dependent reference drawings (XREFs), use the
AutoCAD ETRANSMIT command to create a ZIP
file of all drawings used in the master model.
Email the AutoCAD model drawing (DWG) files and the

*.CDR file.
If you are attaching large or multiple files to your eCustomer log, use a compression utility
such as WinZIP.
If you cannot attach your drawing files, then try to duplicate the issue in a new drawing with
as few components as possible. If the issue can be duplicated in a new drawing, attach the
duplicate drawing to Intergraph CAS.
For hardware lock issues, first verify that you have an Intergraph CAS hardware lock.
CADWorx Plant Professional, CADWorx P&ID, CADWorx P&ID Professional, CADWorx
Plant Ductile Iron, and CADWorx Plant Sanitary use the Intergraph CAS hardware lock for
licensing. For more information, see Licensing in the CADWorx Installation Users Guide.
Preface
What's New in fieldPipe

Version 2015 (15.0)
Items added and updated with CADWorx fieldPipe 2015

Software Enhancements
Stakeout performs verification of objects in the drawing with Seek and Check when using
the instrument. For more information, see Stakeout a selected point (on page 46) and
Perform a seek and check operation (on page 47).
The fieldPipe commands are now visible on the command line.
Leica Cyclone 9 is now available on the fieldPipe installation DVD.
Redesigned the Setup tab in the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette for the new
feature. For more information, see Setup Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface
Palette)(on page 31).
Updated the TPS Settings dialog box and moved the rotate and communication information
to the Advanced Settings dialog box. The TPS Settings dialog box enables you to
determine when coordinates or points display in the drawing. For more information, see TPS
Settings Dialog Box (on page 34), and Advanced Settings Dialog Box (on page 34).
Enhanced flange control on the Flange tab in the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface
palette. Flange control provides better plane accuracy, bolt hole measurement with the
ability to locate an unlimited number of bolts, and options for radial and longitudinal offsets
when sing survey devices with the instrument. For more information, see Flange Tab
(CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette)(on page 38), Measure flange (on page 39),
and Measure bolt (on page 42).
User Guide Revisions
Updated the manual to contain the command line commands. For more information, see
Setup Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette)(on page 31), Piping Tab (CADWorx
fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette)(on page 36), and Flange Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS
Interface Palette)(on page 38).
Items added and updated with CADWorx fieldPipe 2014

Software Enhancements
Model components can now be re-associated while working with point clouds. For more
information, see Re-associate the Components (on page 29).
Communication parameters, such as Data Rate, Data Bits, Parity, and Stop Bits, between
the total station and the computer can now be accessed in the TPS Settings dialog box.
For more information, see TPS Settings Dialog Box (on page 34).
Using the connect manual option you can now insert components based on size and fitting
mode. For more information see, Manually Connect two pipes (on page 24).
You can now insert individual flanges by using the Insert a valve or flange option. For more
information, see Insert a valve or flange (on page 28).
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Preface
Flange dimensional control can now be utilized with the total station by selecting the new
Flange tab in the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette. For more information, see
Flange Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette) (on page 38).
fieldPipe license commands have been added, allowing you to get a license as needed. For
more information, see fieldPipe License Commands (on page 13).
User Guide Revisions
Added more detailed information to explain the uses of the Piping Tab. For more
information, see Piping Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette) (on page 36).
This user's guide was created for the 2013 release of CADWorx fieldPipe. This guide
includes the instructions and information for the use of CloudWorx.
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Introduction for fieldPipe

CADWorx users can work directly and efficiently with large point clouds using CADWorx
fieldPipe tools and commands. The CADWorx application adds simple tools for viewing and
working with slices of point cloud data to speed up 3D drawing creation. Powerful new modeling
tools enable as-built piping models and other 3D constructions to be created from point cloud
data in the CADWorx environment.
CADWorx fieldPipe is the most efficient and popular software for using as-built point cloud data
captured by Leica laser scanners directly within CADWorx Plant Professional. You can take
advantage of the familiar CADWorx interface and tools to shorten the learning curve for working
with laser scan data.
You can create 3D as-builts, check proposed designs against existing conditions, perform
critical construction and fabrication QA, and more all directly within CADWorx fieldPipe.
CADWorx fieldPipe uses the CloudWorx commands and enables you to load a Cyclone
ModelSpace View directly from a Cyclone database into AutoCAD 2010 and later. You can load
all visible point clouds in the selected ModelSpace View. To ensure that you are working with
the most recent data, CloudWorx provides dynamic linkage to the Cyclone database and
updates the point clouds as soon as a change is made to the database.
CloudWorx loads only point clouds into CAD-based applications. To import Cyclonemodeled objects into CAD (or vice versa), use Leica Geosystems HDS's COE Data Transfer
import/export product.
Requirements for fieldPipe

To run all aspects of fieldPipe, the following requirements are needed for each palette:
Installation Requirements
The following items are needed to run the CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface palette
in fieldPipe and must be installed in this order:
AutoCAD 2012 to AutoCAD 2015.
CADWorx fieldPipe supports Leica Cyclone 7.3 and above. To run the MS50 data, you must
install Leica Cyclone 8.0 or later. The CADWorx installation DVD includes Leica Cyclone
9.0.2.
CADWorx Plant 2015 SP1.
The installation for fieldPipe is contained within the CADWorx installation.

CADWorx fieldPipe does not support Windows 8.
You must uninstall Leica CloudWorx prior to installing CADWorx fieldPipe, or
CADWorx fieldPipe may cease to function.
To prevent this issue do the following:
1. Uninstall Leica CloudWorx.
2. Reboot the computer.
3. Reinstall CADWorx fieldPipe.
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Hardware Requirements (Optional)
The following item is needed to run the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette in fieldPipe:
Leica TPS scanner with GEoCOM enabled.
If the battery needs to be changed due to the power running low or running out, do
not change the battery while running a command. If you change the battery and the total station
is still connected to the software, make sure to turn the total station on before running a
command.
fieldPipe License Commands

Command: FPLICALWAYS + Y
Always gets a fieldPipe license on this system at startup.
This system is now setup to always get a fieldPipe license on startup.
Command: FPLICALWAYS + N
Always does not get a fieldPipe license on this system at startup.
This system is now setup to NOT get a fieldPipe license on startup.
Command: FPLICFREE
Frees a fieldPipe license. This is only available for SPLM or network lock licenses.
fieldPipe license is now active freed.
Command: FPLICGET
Actives the fieldPipe license immediately. This is only available for SPLM or network lock
licenses.
fieldPipe license is active now.
Total Station Communication Setup

If you are using a Total Station use the following to set it up.
The station must first be plugged in to the computer by the USB attachment provided with the
station. The following is an example of one available total station.
1. Plug in the data transfer cable to the station as shown below:
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2. Plug the USB end into your computer as seen below:
3. Use the keypad and interface shown below to complete the following settings:
General Settings
1. Press ON to turn the instrument on.
2. Press 5 to display the Configuration menu.
3. Press 3 to display the Units & Formats page.
4. Press the left or right navigation arrow to change the Distance Unit value to either: Metre
(m) or US Ft (ft).
5. Scroll down using the navigational arrow to Angle Unit and change its value to: 360 dec.
6. Press F6 to move to the Angle page.
7. Modify the current angle settings to the following values:
Direc Ref: North Azimuth

V-display: Zenith Angle
V-angle: Running
Face I: 2-Axis
Hz Collim: Hz-Drive Right
8. Press F1 to continue in the Main menu.
Instrument Settings
2. Press 2 to display the Instrument Settings page.
3. Press 5 to display the Compensator page.
4. Turn ON the Compensator and Hz-Correction.
5. Press F1 to continue in the Main menu.
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Communication Parameters Setup
2. Press 4 to display the Interfaces configuration page.
3. Scroll down to GeoCOM Mode.
4. Press F3 to edit this interface.
5. Change Use Interface to Yes.
6. Scroll down to Port and change it to:
Port 1 (if you are using RS232 communication)
Port 3 (BT) (if you are using Bluetooth communication)
7. Press F5 to display the Devices configuration page.

8. Press F2 to display the New Device configuration page.
9. Type a name using the keypad (for example: RS232 GeoCOM)
10. Set the communication parameters on this screen to the following values:
Baud Rate: 115200
Parity: None
Data Bits: 8
Stop Bit: 1
11. Press F1 to Store the new device and return to the Devices configuration page.
12. Press F1 three times to continue and go back to the Main menu.
ALL Key Setup

1. Press 5 on the keypad to display the Configuration menu.
2. Press 4 to display the Interfaces configuration page.
3. Scroll to GSI Output Mode.
4. Press F3 to edit this interface.
5. Change Use Interface to Yes.
6. Scroll down to Port and change it to:
Port 1 (if you are using RS232 communication)
Port 3 (BT) (if you are using Bluetooth communication)
7. Scroll down to Protocole, and change it to RS232 GSI.

8. Scroll down to GSI Format, and change it to any GSI-16 Cartesian or GSI-16 Polar format.
9. Press F1 two times to continue and go back to the Main menu.
Using the ALL key with CADWorx fieldPipe

From the Main menu, press 1 to access Survey mode and press CONT if survey page is not
opened yet.
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Survey
ALL
DIST
REC
F1
F2
F3
F4
SETAZ
PAGE4
F5
F6
The station ALL key can be used within fieldPipe to measure and draw objects.
Eccentricities set on the station are taken into account in the final coordinates of the
surveyed object within fieldPipe.
To connect the station with CADWorx fieldPipe, see Total Station Workflow (on page 44).
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SECTION 1
FP Palettes Panel
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: FP Palettes
Command Name
Command Line
CLX View - Displays the CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx

FPVIEW
Interface palette. For more information, see CADWorx fieldPipe
- CloudWorx Interface Palette (on page 17).
fieldPipe TPS View - Displays the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS
TPSVIEW
Interface palette. For more information, see CADWorx fieldPipe
- TPS Interface Palette (on page 31).
CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: FP Palettes > CLX View
Command line: FPVIEW
Converts cloud points into CADWorx components.
Command Name
Command Line
Routing with elbows - Enables you to route piping which

FPROUTE
automatically adds elbows by selecting points in the point cloud.
For more information, see Routing with elbows (on page 18).
Piping without elbows - Enables you to place piping by
selecting points in the point cloud. For more information, see
Piping without elbows (on page 20).
CLPIPE
Automatically Connect two pipes - Enables you to connect

two sections of piping together by automatically inserting an,
elbow, tee, cross, or reducer. For more information, see
Automatically Connect two pipes (on page 21).
FPCONNECT
Manually Connect two pipes - Enables you to connect two

sections of piping together by manually inserting a component
from a displayed list. For more information, see Manually
Connect two pipes (on page 24).
FPCONNECT2M
Connect pipes with elbows - Enables you to add an elbow

between two pieces of pipe by selecting multiple pipes. For
more information, see Connect pipes with elbows (on page 28).
FPAPPENDELBOWS
Insert a valve or flange - Enables you to add a valve on in the

point cloud based on the length taken from the currently
selected specification. For more information, see Insert a valve
or flange (on page 28).
FPINSERTVALVE
Re-associate the Components - Enables you to re-associate

disconnected components. For more information, see Reassociate the Components (on page 29).
REASSOCIATEMODEL
Help - Displays the fieldPipe and CloudWorx help.
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Alignment
Align - Automatically aligns two pieces of pipe during routing, piping, and connecting. For
example, if there is a pipe out 95 degrees from a 90 degree elbow, the alignment adjusts the
current pipe in the direction of the 90 degrees from 95 by adjusting the current pipe end point
near the intersection while keeping the previous pipe fixed. This is also done with a 45 degree
elbow.
Tol Angle - Specifies the tolerance angle for the alignment. If the difference between the actual
angle of the two pipes and the angles of 180, 90, 45, 22.5, or 11.25 is beyond the Tol Angle,
Align does not apply.
Tol Linear - Specifies the tolerance length for inserting valves and setting the specification
using From Point Cloud. For more information, see Insert a valve or flange (on page 28) and
From Point Cloud (on page 30).
Insulation - Specifies the amount of insulation around the piping in the point cloud drawing. If
you have insulation on a piece of pipe, type the value here. When you click a pipe using
Routing with elbows
or Piping without elbows
, the software calculates the size of the
pipe by reducing the size based on the amount of insulation you entered here.
Default Fitting - Specifics the default end type fitting for the components.
Specification
Set - Enables you to set the specification through the Set Specification and Size dialog box.
For more information, see Set Specification and Size in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
From Point Cloud - Enables you to set the rating of the specification automatically. For more
information, see From Point Cloud (on page 30).
Specification List - Lists available specifications in the currently selected project.
View
Hide Components(On/Off) - Hides or shows the components in a fieldPipe drawing.
When a pipe is inserted into fieldPipe, the software detects the size and places the piping
according to the algorithm in the code.
If two pipes with different size need to be connected with an elbow, the software changes
the smaller pipe into the same size as the larger one, in order to connect with an elbow.
Routing with elbows

CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette: Routing with elbows
Command line: FPROUTE
Enables you to route piping by selecting a point on the point cloud while automatically aligning
the pipe to the size of the pipe you select. Routing automatically adds elbows upon finish to
connect two sections of piping on the same line.
usingFence - Enables you to fence a section of piping in the point cloud and fieldPipe draws the
piping automatically when the component size is available in the specification.
changePickpoint - Enables you to pick a new point on a point cloud to change the already
placed piping.
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changeStartpoint - Enables you to change the start point of the current pipe. Selecting
changeStartpoint displays the options below allowing you to change direction of the piping
when changing the start point. The start point is represented by:
KeepDir - Keeps the current direction of the current pipe.
EAST - Changes the direction to the east direction (UCS X-axis) of the current pipe.
NORTH - Changes the direction to the north direction (UCS Y-axis) of the current pipe.
UP - Changes the direction to the north direction (UCS Z-axis) of the current pipe.
2POINT - Specify two points to indicate the direction of the piping.
VIEWX - Changes the direction to the horizontal direction based on your current view of the
current pipe.
VIEWY - Changes the direction to the vertical direction based on your current view of the
current pipe.
changeEndpoint - Enables you to change the end point of the current pipe. Selecting
changeEndpoint displays the options below allowing you to change direction of the piping
when changing the start point. The end point is represented by:
current pipe.
current pipe.
adjustDirection - Enables you to adjust the direction of the piping.
current pipe.
current pipe.
Route piping on a point cloud
You must set the specification before doing the following steps.
1. Click Routing with elbows
on the CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface palette.
Alternatively, type FPROUTE on the command line, and then press ENTER.
2. Select a point cloud to place a piece of piping.
3. Continue to place piping sequentially along the route, and then press ENTER when finished.
The piping places on the drawing and automatically adds elbows where needed.
If there are any errors in the model, you can use the options above to edit.
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Piping without elbows

CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette: Piping without elbows
Command line: CLPIPE
Enables you to insert piping on a point cloud. This piping takes the size of the pipe and uses the
specification currently selected to draw a piece of pipe on the point cloud.
usingFence - Enables you to fence a section of piping in the point cloud and fieldPipe draws the
piping automatically when the component size is available in the specification.
changePickpoint - Enables you to pick a new point on a point cloud to change the already
placed piping.
changeStartpoint - Enables you to change the start point of the current pipe. Selecting
changeStartpoint displays the options below allowing you to change direction of the piping
when changing the start point. The start point is represented by:

current pipe.
current pipe.
changeEndpoint - Enables you to change the end point of the current pipe. Selecting
changeEndpoint displays the options below allowing you to change direction of the piping
when changing the start point. The end point is represented by:
current pipe.
current pipe.
elbowCon2Pipes - Enables you to connect two pipes with elbows.
AutoCon2Pipes - Automatically connects two pipes on the point cloud.
adjustDirection - Enables you to adjust the direction of the piping.
current pipe.
current pipe.
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Insert piping on a point cloud
You must have a specification set before doing the following steps.
1. Click Piping without elbows
on the CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface
palette. Alternatively, type CLPIPE on the command line, and then press ENTER.
3. Continue to place piping as needed, and then press ENTER when finished.
The piping places on the drawing as you click the point cloud.
fieldPipe determines the direction of any future connecting components based on the order
in which you select the points.
If there are any errors in the model, you can use the options above to edit.
Automatically connect two pipes

CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette: Automatically Connect two pipes
Command line: FPCONNECT
Enables you to connect two pieces of pipe. The examples below demonstrate how your piping
should appear to get the proper connection:
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LargeEnd - Starts the reducer at the large end of pipe, and extends the small end of pipe to the
small end of the reducer. This is the default.
SmallEnd - Starts the reducer at the small end of the pipe, and extends the large end of the
pipe to the end of the reducer.
For the above two options, adjust your piping based on the option you choose. For
example, if you choose SmallEnd, make sure the small end pipe is touching the small end of
the representation of the reducer in the cloud. If you choose LargeEnd, the pipe only adjusts on
the small end. If you choose SmallEnd the pipe only adjusts on the large end.
lArgeStart - Specifies a point as the start of the large end of the reducer. The software then
extends the large end to the specified point clicked, connecting with the small end pipe.
sMallStart - Specifies a point as the start of the large end of the reducer. The software then
extends the small end to the specified point clicked, connecting with the large end pipe.
Connect piping on a point cloud with an elbow

2. Select a first point cloud to place a piece of piping.
3. Select a second point cloud to place a piece of piping. This second pipe should be based on
the elbow example above. Press ENTER when finished.
Make sure that the pipes are not touching each other or they will form a tee or a
cross and not the elbow. The lines must also not be perpendicular to each other they must
be slightly to the right, left, above, or below of the other pipe, as seen in the elbow image
above.
The piping places on the drawing.
4. Click Automatically Connect two pipes
on the CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx
Interface palette. Alternatively, type FPCONNECT on the command line, and then press
ENTER.
5. Select the first piece of pipe.
6. Select the second piece of pipe, and then press ENTER.
An elbow is added connecting the two pieces of piping.
Connect piping on a point cloud with a tee

the tee example above. Press ENTER when finished.
Make sure the two lines are not crossing each other or a cross is formed. If the two
lines are touching select the branch section piping and move it away from the main line.
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ENTER.
6. Select the second piece of pipe.
A tee is added and a prompt displays asking to keep the position.
7. Select a component to keep the position, and then press ENTER.
The piping connects.
8. Press ENTER to finish.
Connect piping on a point cloud with a cross

the cross example above. Press ENTER when finished.
These two pipes must cross through each other to use this option. If a pipe is not
completely crossed over, the cross joins based on location of piping.
ENTER.
A cross is added connecting the two pieces of piping.
Connect piping on a point cloud with a reducer

3. Select a second point cloud to place a piece of piping. The two pipes must be directly in line
with each other to use this option. Press ENTER when finished.
ENTER.
You can select the large side to the small side or the small side to the large side.
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7. Specify the start point. This can be either the LargeEnd, SmallEnd, lArgeStart, or
sMallStart.
8. For LargeEnd press ENTER.
OR
For SmallEnd select SmallEnd, or type S on the command line, and press ENTER.
OR
For lArgeStart or sMallStart, pick a point down the same piece of pipe.
A reducer is added connecting the two pieces of piping.
Example of Automatically Connect two pipes
Manually Connect two pipes

CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette: Manually Connect two pipes
Command line: FPCONNECT2M
Enables you to connect two pieces of pipe manually.
LargeEnd - Starts the reducer at the large end of pipe, and extends the small end of pipe to the
small end of the reducer. This is the default.
SmallEnd - Starts the reducer at the small end of the pipe, and extends the large end of the
pipe to the end of the reducer.
For the above two options adjust your piping based on the option you choose. For
example, if you choose SmallEnd, make sure the small end pipe is touching the small end of
the representation of the reducer in the cloud. If you choose, LargeEnd, the pipe only adjusts on
the small end. If you choose SmallEnd the pipe only adjusts on the large end.
lArgeStart - Specifies a point as the start of the large end of the reducer. The software then
extends the large end to the specified point clicked, connecting with the small end pipe.
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sMallStart - Specifies a point as the start of the large end of the reducer. The software then
extends the small end to the specified point clicked, connecting with the large end pipe.
Other - Lists available components for insertion when connecting components. This list provides
alternate component fittings and sizes. Tee and Cross insert a tee or a cross based only on the
fitting mode and sizes of the piping.
elbowList - Lists all elbow components available for insertion when connecting components.
This list provides alternate elbow fittings and sizes. Elbow inserts an elbow based only on the
fitting mode and sizes of the piping.
Connect piping on a point cloud with an elbow

If the piping extends beyond the point cloud and does not follow the examples shown
in Automatically Connect two pipes (on page 21), the software determines the direction of
the components based on the order that you select the points during this process. Elbow
direction and the trimming of the pipes are based on following scenario images. The blue x
marks are the points you are selecting on the point cloud. They set the direction of the
elbow. The software then trims off the extra piping.
3. Select a second point cloud to place a piece of piping. Press ENTER when finished.
Make sure that the pipes are not touching each other or they form a tee or a cross
and not the elbow. The lines must also not be perpendicular to each other. They must be
slightly to the right, left, above, or below of the other pipe, as seen in the elbow image
above.
4. Click Manually Connect two pipes
palette. Alternatively, type FPCONNECT2M on the command line, and then press ENTER.
A component list displays.
7. Select Elbow.
An elbow is added connecting the two pieces of piping.
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Connect piping on a point cloud with a tee
2. Select a first point cloud to place a piece of piping. Make sure this is the main line of the tee
for the later connection.
If the piping extends beyond the point cloud and does not follow the examples shown
in Automatically Connect two pipes (on page 21), the software determines the direction of
the components based on the order that you select the points during this process. Tee
direction and trimming of the pipes is based on the following scenario images. The blue x
marks are the points you are selecting on the point cloud. They set the direction of the tee.
The software then trims off the extra piping. The order of the selection of points does not
matter during this step. When you specify the connection, make sure to select the main line
first.
7. Select Tee.
A tee is added connecting the two pieces of piping.
Connect piping on a point cloud with a cross

These two pipes must cross through each other to use this option. If a pipe is not
completely crossed over, the cross joins based on location of piping.
7. Select Cross.
A cross is added connecting the two pieces of piping.
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Connect piping on a point cloud with a reducer
3. Select a second point cloud to place a piece of piping. The two pipes must be directly in line
with each other to use this option. Press ENTER when finished.
ENTER.
You can select the large side to the small side or the small side to the large side.
7. Specify the start point. This can be either the LargeEnd, SmallEnd, lArgeStart, or
sMallStart.
8. For LargeEnd press ENTER.
OR
For SmallEnd select SmallEnd, or type S on the command line, and press ENTER.
OR
For lArgeStart or sMallStart, pick a point down the same piece of pipe.
A reducer is added connecting the two pieces of piping.
Example of Manually Connect two pipes
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Connect pipes with elbows

CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette: Connect pipes with elbows
Command line: FPAPPENDELBOWS
Enables you to add elbows to multiple pieces of piping when an elbow is missing.
This option works differently than Automatically connect two pipes. With this option
you can only added elbows, but you can select as many pipes along the line as needed.
3. Select a point cloud to place a second piece of piping above the first, and then press
ENTER when finished.
4. Click Connect pipes with elbows
palette. Alternatively, type FPAPPENDELBOWS on the command line, and then press
ENTER.
5. Select the first piece of piping you want to add an elbow between.
6. Select as many other pieces of piping in the same line, and then press ENTER when
finished.
The piping selected must have the same specification.
The elbows are added to the piping.
Insert a valve or flange

CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette: Insert a valve or flange
Command line: FPINSERTVALVE
Enables you to insert a valve or flange on a pipe by selecting the start and end point of the back
of the flange in the point cloud. FieldPipe checks the specification and inserts a valve of the
proper size. If there is more than one valve of that size in the specification, you receive a listing
of the valves available. If no valve is available in the specification for the length specified in the
drawing, a prompt displays stating that the specific size is not available. CADWorx searches the
specification for any valve matching the following formula:
fabs (Length - L1- (L2 X 2) - (L3 X 2)) < Tol
Linear
Length = The length specified in the drawing

indicated by the arrow.
L1 = The length of the valve in the

specification.
L2 = The thickness of the default flange.
L3 = the thickness of the gasket.
Tol = The tolerance set in the Tol Linear

setting.
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Inserting a valve or a flange
3. Click Insert a valve or flange
palette. Alternatively, type FPINSERTVALVE on the command line, and then press ENTER.
4. Hold SHIFT and then right click, and select Nearest.
5. Select the back of flange as the start point in the point cloud.
For the best response, use the centerline of the pipe when selecting these points.
6. Select the opposite back of the flange as the end point in the point cloud.
fieldPipe inserts the valve or the flange in the point cloud.
OR
The valve and flange list displays.
Select the valve or flange from the list.
fieldPipe inserts the valve or flange in the point cloud.
If you do not specify the back of flange on the centerline, you are prompted to select the
piping where the valve is to be placed.
Flanges only appear if the Apply Flange Insertion Rule is set. For more information, see
Apply Flange Insertion Rule in the CADWorx Plant User's Guide.
Re-associate the Components

CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette: Re-associate the Components
Command line: REASSOCIATEMODEL
If you have not purchased fieldPipe, you can only enter the command on the command
line.
Enables you to re-associate disconnected components.
Entire drawing - Re-associates the entire drawing.
Select components - Re-associates only the selected components.
Re-associate the Entire drawing

1. Click Re-associate the Components
on the on the CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx
Interface palette. Alternatively, type REASSOCIATEMODEL on the command line, and
then press ENTER.
2. Select Entire drawing.
The entire drawing is re-associated.
Re-associate the Select components

1. Click Re-associate the Components
on the on the CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx
Interface palette. Alternatively, type REASSOCIATEMODEL on the command line, and
then press ENTER.
2. Select Select components.
3. Select the components you want to re-associate.
The components in the drawing are re-associated.
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From Point Cloud

CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface Palette: From Point Cloud
Command line: FPSETSPEC
Enables you to set the specification of the selected project automatically from the point cloud.
CADWorx searches the current PRJ for the specification whose flange thickness equals
the length you specify based on the Tol Linear value.
Set Specification Dialog Box

Finds the specification based on the thickness or diameter when using Find rating by
measuring the flange
or From Point Cloud. From Point Cloud does not use diameter.
Project File - Specifies the project file selected.
Size - Displays the size that was set.
Thickness Displays the thickness of the flange taken from the two points.
Thickness or Diameter - Specifies the thickness or diameter of the flange after it is acquired.
This displays based on your selection during the process.
Tolerance - Specifies the tolerance for finding the specification. The higher the tolerance, the
more specifications display in the Matching Specifications box.
Find - Finds the matching specifications based on the information provided by you to the
software and displays it in the Matching Specifications box.
Matching Specifications - Displays the matching specifications found.
Specifications - Displays the matching specifications of the flange.
Flange Thickness - Displays the available thickness of the flange found in the specification.
Long Description - Specifies the long description of the flange as found in the specification.
You must have a project set before this task can be accomplished.
1. Click From Point Cloud.

2. Select a point cloud area on a pipe.
The size is displayed on the on the command line.
3. Select the start point of the flange.
4. Select the end point of the same flange.
This determines the thickness of the flange.
The Set Specification dialog box displays and the matching specifications display in
Matching Specifications.
5. Select the specification, and then click OK.
The specification updates on the CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface palette.
If you have difficulty completing steps 3 and 4, then set the View to Top, Bottom, Left, or
Right.
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CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: FP Palettes > fieldPipe TPS View
Command line: TPSVIEW
Enables you to use the Total Station and model piping. The CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS
Interface palette works in conjunction with the Total Station (TPS).
Setup Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette) (on page 31)
Piping Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette) (on page 36)
Flange Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette) (on page 38)
Setup Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette)

Connects and controls the setup of the Total Station. When you select a TPS command, the
software displays the next action needed on the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette.
Command Name
Command Line
Scan for station connection - Scans for and then connects to

the Total Station. For more information, see Total Station
Workflow (on page 44).
Refresh Ports - Resets the ports for use with the station. For
more information, see Total Station Workflow (on page 44).
Load settings dialog box - Displays the TPS Settings dialog
box. For more information, see TPS Settings Dialog Box (on
page 34).
CWTPSSTTINGS
Set station position - Enables the controls for setting the

station position in relation to the station's position in the space.
For more information, see Total Station Workflow (on page 44).
CWTPSPOSITION
Define control points - Enables the controls for acquiring the

control point locations in the drawing. For more information, see
Total Station Workflow (on page 44).
CWTPSTARGET
Station resection - Enables the controls for recalculating the

CWTPSREPOSITION
position of the station. For more information, see Resection after
the station has been positioned (on page 46).
Stakeout - Enables the controls for automatically or manually
check a previously selected point set by the operator. For more
information, see Stakeout a selected point (on page 46), and
Perform a seek and check operation (on page 47).
CWTPSSTAKEOUT
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Measure linear distance - Enables the controls for measuring a CWTPSMEASURE
distance between two points in space and displays it in a
message box. For more information, see Measure the linear
distance (on page 48).
Station Distance - Enables the controls for finding the distance
between the station and any point in space. For more
information, see Find the distance of the total station from a
point (on page 48).
CWTPSDISTANCE
Set blocks and scale - Displays the Set Blocks dialog box. For CWTPSSETBLOCKS
more information, see Set Blocks Dialog Box (on page 35).
Ports - Lists the available communication ports on your computer.
Instrument Position
Displays the coordinates of the instrument, such as <127.11,-284.10,57.25>. If you do not set
the instrument position, the software displays "Position not set".
Station Elevation - Displays the calculated elevation of the instrument.
Benchmark Elevation - Specifies the elevation of the instrument from the benchmark for 3D
measurements. You can change the elevation of the instrument using this value, and then
recalculate it using Set station position
.
Mode
Laser - Specifies laser use.
Show Laser Beam - Turns the laser beam on or off.
Prism - Specifies prism use.
Prism Height - Specifies prism height.
Control Point
Block Scale - Specifies the block scale.
Set Block - Specifies a control point block. The selected option, determines the appearance of
the control point in your drawing. The list of blocks are nested AutoCAD blocks.
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Stakeout
Seek and Check - Enables you to verify a point's location in the drawing and reports the
accuracy by printing coordinate information in the drawing. The instrument first turns toward the
coordinates of the selected point on site, takes a measurement, and then displays the distance.
If you clear the Seek and Check option, then the software performs an automatic stakeout. For
more information, see Stakeout a selected point (on page 46). A Stakeout turns the instrument
toward the coordinates of the selected point on site.
Picked Z - Checks the point acquired by the instrument. When you select an object in the
drawing, the instrument turns toward the coordinates of the selected point on site, and then
displays the difference in distance for the X, Y, and Z coordinates. The measure option
displays the instruments calculated location for the acquired point in space.
Float Z - Checks the point acquired by the instrument and considers only the X-Y
coordinates. When you select an object in the drawing, the instrument turns toward the
coordinates of the selected point on site, and then displays the difference in the distance for
the X, Y, and Z coordinates. The X-Y coordinates give you the distance from the original
point to the new point.
X-Y Tolerance - Specifies an X-Y tolerance. The software uses this distance for
rounding when necessary. If the difference between the selected object in the drawing
and the distance captured by the instrument is within the tolerance, no difference
displays in the drawing. If the difference between the selected object in the drawing and
the distance captured by the instrument is greater than the tolerance, then the
difference displays in the X, Y, and Z coordinates. The software displays the distance
from the original point to the new point in the X,Y, and Z coordinates.
Offset Z - Checks the point acquired by the instrument. The Z Offset value specifies the
new location of a point in space. When you select an object in the drawing, the instrument
turns toward the coordinates of the selected point on site, and then displays a distance in
the X, Y, and Z coordinates.
Z Offset - Specifies the offset Z value to accurately acquire exact points at the offset.
This offset value can be positive or negative. The instrument moves in the Z direction
based on this value.
Acquire - Sends a command to the instrument to acquire a point indicated by the laser.
The instrument must be positioned before you can acquire a point. During this
operation, prompts are displayed for selecting the points. The palette displays a message
indicating that the instrument is waiting on input.
The instrument can acquire points by pressing ALL or F1 on the machine.
Finish - Ends the acquiring of points.
Cancel - Cancels all operations being performed.
See Also
Total Station Workflow (on page 44)
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TPS Settings Dialog Box

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Setup tab > Load settings dialog box
Command line: CWTPSSTTINGS
Enables you to set the settings for the station.
General
Save Data Folder - Specifies the folder containing saved information. This folder contains
information such as the anchor point label list, the flange control data, and more.
Browse ellipsis - Enables you to change the folder location.
Draw Circles - Draws circles for Determine pipe size
Draw Center Lines - Draws center lines for Start routing pipes
and Model one pipe
.
For more information, see Route piping using the total station (on page 50) and Model piping (on
page 50).
Text Height - Specifies the height of the text in the drawing for the Anchor point label list.
Points
Displays the points in the drawing. Clear the option to hide the points.
General - Displays points in the drawing for distance, resection, control points, anchor points,
measurements, and Free XYZ.
Piping - Displays points collected by the instrument when using Start routing pipes
Model one pipe
.
and
Stakeout - Displays points in the drawing when running a Stakeout operation.
Coordinates
Displays the coordinates in the drawing. Clear the option to hide the coordinates.
General - Displays coordinates in the drawing for distance, resection, control points, anchor
points, measurements, and Free XYZ.
Stakeout - Displays coordinates in the drawing when running a Stakeout operation.
Stacked - Displays coordinates on points in the drawing in a horizontal layout or a vertical
layout. The horizontal layout shows the coordinates in line with each other. The vertical layout
shows the coordinates on top of each other.
Advanced Settings Dialog Box

Rotate
Rotates the instrument using one of the following options:
Left - Moves the instrument to the left so that the laser moves left.
Right - Moves the instrument to the right so that the laser moves right.
Up - Moves the instrument up so that the laser moves upwards.
Down - Moves the instrument down so that the laser moves downwards.
Stop - Stops the rotation of the instrument.
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Communication
Data Rate - Specifies the data rate for communication with the instrument.
Data Bits - Specifies the data bits for communication with the instrument.
Parity - Specifies the parity for communication with the instrument.
Stop Bits - Specifies the stop bits for communication with the instrument.
fieldPipe Resection Results Dialog Box

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Setup tab > Run Station resection
Allows you to accept the default elevation and the difference of two points that align the station
during the resection process, or select one of the Station Elevations and a Distance
difference of the measure between two points for resection.
Station Elevations - Specifies the station elevations based on the point acquired by the total
station.
Select - Enables you to select one of the points in the Station Elevations list for use in Station
resection
.
Distance difference - Specifies a list of the distance differences between two points acquired
using the total station.
Select - Enables you to select one of the point differences in the Distance difference list for
use in Station resection
.
Use average elevation - Specifies the average elevation of the total station. This is the default
when using Station resection
.
Use lowest difference of - Specifies the lowest difference of the total station. This is the default
when using Station resection
.
OK - Accepts the selected points to set the resection of the total station during the Station
resection
process.
This dialog box is only available during Station resection
See Also
Resection after the station has been positioned (on page 46)
Set Blocks Dialog Box

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Setup tab > Set blocks and scale
Command line: CWTPSSETBLOCKS
Enables you to change the appearance of the following blocks for display in the drawing:
Instrument Symbol - Enables you to select a block for the representation of the instrument
symbol in the drawing.
Instrument Position - Enables you to select a block for the representation of the instruments
position in the drawing.
Bench Mark - Enables you to select a block for the representation of the bench mark location in
the drawing.
Control Points - Enables you to select a block for the representation of the control point
locations in the drawing.
Scale - Specifies separate scales for Instrument Symbol, Instrument Position, Bench Mark,
and Control Points.
OK - Accepts the blocks, and returns to the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface.
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Piping Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette)

Enables you to route piping, find the pipe size, find the rating, set the orientation, set anchor
points, and more all using the Total Station (TPS). You are also provided a connect pipe option,
so you can connect any singular piping in the drawing. Set the UCS to World Coordinate System
when piping with the instrument. When you select a TPS command, the software displays the
next action needed on the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette.
Command Name
Command Line
Find rating by measuring the flange - Enables the controls for CWTPSRATING
determining the rating from acquiring points on a flange. For
more information, see Find rating by measuring the flange (on
page 48).
Set pipe orientation - Enables the controls for setting the
orientation of the pipe before you acquire the end points. For
more information, see Set the pipe orientation (on page 49).
CWTPSORIENTATION
Determine pipe size - Enables the controls for acquiring three

points on a pipe to find the nominal size. For more information,
see Determine the pipe size (on page 50).
CWTPSSIZE
Start routing pipes - Enables the controls for acquiring points

on continuous piping. fieldPipe then draws the piping in the
drawing. For more information, see Route piping using the total
station (on page 50).
CWTPSROUTE
Model one pipe - Enables the controls for acquiring points to

draw a single pipe. For more information, see Model piping (on
page 50).
CWTPSSINGLE
Connect pipes - Connects two pipes with an elbow, tee,

reducer, or cross. For more information, see Connect piping (on
page 51).
CWTPSCONNECT
Insert valve - Enables the controls for acquiring points to insert

a valve in the drawing. For more information, see Insert a valve
(on page 51).
CWTPSVALVE
Insert flange - Enables the controls for acquiring points to insert CWTPSFLANGE
the flange. For more information, see Insert a flange (on page
52).
Measure anchor point - Enables the controls for acquiring
three points on a piping component to draw a line perpendicular
to the center line of the component. For more information, see
Measure an anchor point (on page 52).
CWTPSANCHORPOINT
Open anchor point saved description - Opens a saved

description of an anchor point. For more information, see Open
saved descriptions of anchor points (on page 52).
Find center - Enables the controls for acquiring three points on CWTPSFINDCENTER
a round surface, and then draws a circle representing the object.
For more information, see Find the center (on page 53).
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Default Fittings - Enables you to select a default end type fitting. Fitting types are: LR
Buttweld, SR Buttweld, Socket, Threaded, Flanged, and SpecialEnd.
Align - Automatically aligns two pieces of pipe during routing, piping, and connecting. For
example, if there is a pipe out 95 degrees from a 90 degree elbow, the alignment adjusts the
current pipe in the direction of the 90 degrees from 95 by adjusting the current pipe end point
near the intersection while keeping the previous pipe fixed. This is also done with a 45 degree
elbow.
Free XYZ - Starts the Free XYZ mode where you can incorporate the Total Station acquiring
points with most of the AutoCAD commands as well as the CADWorx commands.
Use 3 Points - Enables you to use three points to find the size with Determine pipe size
and to find the center with Find center
.
Orientation - Displays the orientation when it is set. When not set, this area displays the text:
Not Set.
Measured Size - Displays the size measured when using Determine pipe size
measured, this area displays the text: 0.0.
. When not
Sizes list - Lists the available sizes for the specification project selected in setup.
Specification list - Lists the available specification for the specification project selected in setup.
Flanges - Lists the available flanges from the selected specification. These are the flanges you
can place when using Insert flange
and Insert valve
.
Valves - Lists the available valves from the selected specification. These are the valves you can
place when using Insert valve
.
Draw Cylinder - Draws a cylinder by selecting two points in the drawing when using Find
center
.
Anchor Point label list - Displays a list of the anchor points descriptions.
Insulation - Specifies the insulation thickness for the piping. This is done manually.
Tolerance - Specifies the tolerance for squaring of the piping.
Layer Control
Center Lines - Displays the center lines in the drawing, when checked.
Points - Displays the points selected, using the station, in the drawing when checked.
Setup - Displays the station locations and control points in the drawing, when checked. With the
Setup option, you are able to see a representation of all the places the station was moved within
the physical space and the control points acquired.
See Also
Total Station Workflow (on page 44)
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Flange Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette)

Enables you to measure flange alignment using the Total Station (TPS). Calculates the
measured flange mean radius, all points measured with their specific alignment deviation (Z
Delta), and radius deviation. Flange tab allows you to acquire the bolts orientation and create a
complete detail report with the flange parameters, alignment, and bolt orientation information.
When you select a TPS command, the software displays the next action needed on the
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette.
Command Name
Command Line
Measure flange - Enables the controls for determining the

position of the flange on the pipe. For more information, see
Measure flange (on page 39).
CWTPSMEASUREFLANGE
Measure bolt - Enables the controls for determining the

position of the bolts on the flange. For more information, see
Measure bolt (on page 42).
CWTPSMEASUREBOLT
Export report - Enables you to export the report for the

information collected of the flange and bolt. For more
information, see Export Report (on page 43).
CWTPSEXPORTREPORT

Measure - Enables you to use the instrument to capture new flange and bolt points.
Manual - Enables you to select flange and bolt points that were captured on the flange with the
instrument. When you select Manual, the Bolt Measurement options disable.
Identification
Identification box - Specifies the identification of the flange. The identification cannot be a null
value. This value can be text, numeric, or a combination of text and numeric value.
Flange Measurement
Sizes list - Lists the available sizes for the specification project selected in setup.
Specification list - Lists the available specification for the specification project selected in setup.
Flanges - Lists the available flanges for the specification project selected in setup.
Use Spec - Specifies to flange bolt data from the specification when selected which in turn
determines how many bolts are on a flange. If you clear Use Spec, then you must manually
define bolt count by measuring the number of bolts as needed. When you select Use Spec,
you receive an extra option called 2poinTs. For more information, see Measure flange (on
page 39).
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Bolt Measurement
Center of bolt head - Indicates to the software that points are to be taken on the center of the
bolt.
Hole 2 points - Indicates to the software that points are to be taken at the bolt hole and that 2
points are required. If you clear Use Spec, then the software requires you to capture three or
more points on the hole to determine the bolt hole measurement.
Radial offset - Specifies the radial offset of the bolt on the flange.
Long. offset - Specifies the longitudinal offset of the bolt on the flange.
Measure flange
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette: Measure flange
Command line: CWTPSMEASUREFLANGE
Enables you to determine the alignment of a flange. The following options, help establish an
alignment vector that displays in Export Report.
Pipe - Enables you to select a pipe to set the flange orientation.
2pointTs - Enables you to select two points on any object, which is perpendicular to the flange,
for the direction.
Line - Enables you to select the original fieldPipe center line, instead of the pipe center line, to
set the flange orientation.
The Identification cannot be null when running a command from the Flange tab. You must
select an Identification every time you run a command to export to that report. If you select
an existing, the software overwrites that report. Make sure you are selecting the correct
Identification for the report you plan to export. You can type the name of another report at
any time.
The total station needs to be set up and positioned before capturing the information for the
flange. To set up the total station to capture piping and the flange, see Total Station
A flange orientation must be set before the flange information can be captured.
To set the orientation using a pipe, you must first have modeled the piping containing the
flange. To route piping using the total station, see Route piping using the total station (on
page 50).
A project must be set before you can set the orientation of the flange. To set a project, see
TPS Settings Dialog Box (on page 34).
What do you want to do?
Measure a flange using Measure and Pipe (on page 40)

Measure a flange using Measure and 2poinTs (on page 40)
Measure a flange using Measure and Line (on page 41)
Measure a flange using Manual and Pipe (on page 41)
Measure a flange using Manual and Line (on page 41)
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Measure a flange using Measure and Pipe
1. Select Measure on the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette in the Flange tab.
2. Select a flange from the Flanges list. The Flange list displays the flanges available in the
specification.
3. Click Measure flange . Alternatively, type CWTPSMEASUREFLANGE on the command
line, and then press ENTER.
4. Select Pipe.
5. Select the pipe in the drawing that contains the flange in the physical piping, and then press
ENTER.
6. Acquire three or more points on the back of flange.
You must acquire three points on the flange. Clicking Finish before acquiring
three points on the flange provides you with a message box. Click OK in the message box,
click Cancel, and then restart the command.
7. Click Finish.
A circle and line, representing the flange and direction, appears with the points acquired.
Measure a flange using Measure and 2poinTs

The 2poinTs option only displays when you select Use Spec.
specification.
4. Select 2poinTs.
5. Aim at any object that is perpendicular to the flange.
6. Acquire the first point on the object.
7. Acquire a second point on the object that is also perpendicular to the flange.
You must acquire a minimum of three points on the flange. Clicking Finish
before acquiring three points on the flange provides you with a message box. Click OK in
the message box, click Cancel, and then restart the command.
9. Click Finish.
A circle and two lines display with the points acquired. The line perpendicular through the
circle represents the direction of the flange. The tilted line represents the angle of the flange
as represented in the report.
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Measure a flange using Measure and Line
specification.
4. Select Line.
5. Select the red center line of the pipe, and then press ENTER.
This is the original line that fieldPipe inserted in the drawing when you first captured
the piping. If these lines are turned off, you can turn them back on with the Center Lines
check box.
You must acquire a minimum of three points on the flange. Clicking Finish
before acquiring three points on the flange provides you with a message box. Click OK in
the message box, click Cancel, and then restart the command.
7. Click Finish.
A circle and line, representing the flange and direction, appears with the points acquired.
Measure a flange using Manual and Pipe

1. Select Manual on the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette in the Flange tab.
specification.
4. Select Pipe.
5. Select the pipe in the drawing that contains the flange in the real world physical piping, and
then press ENTER.
6. Select the flange points already in the drawing for the flange, and then press ENTER.
The information sends to the report.
Measure a flange using Manual and Line

1. Select Manual on the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette in the Flange tab.
specification.
4. Select Line.
5. Select the red center line of the pipe, and then press ENTER.
This is the original line that fieldPipe inserted in the drawing when you first captured
the piping. If these lines are turned off, you can turn them back on with the Center Lines
check box.
6. Select the flange points already in the drawing for the flange, and then press ENTER.
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Measure bolt
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette: Measure bolt
Command line: CWTPSMEASUREBOLT
Enables you to determine the position of the bolts on the flange.
any time.
A flange circle must be in the drawing before you can measure the bolt. To insert a flange
circle, see Measure flange (on page 39).
Measure a bolt using Measure and Center of bolt head (on page 42)
Measure a bolt using Measure and Hole 2 points (on page 43)
Measure a bolt using Manual (on page 43)
Measure a bolt using Measure and Center of bolt head

If you clear Use Spec and then run Measure bolt
number of bolts on the flange.
, the software prompts you for the
1. Select the Identification name you used for Measure flange
2. Select the measured flange from the Flanges list. This should be the same flange you
selected when you ran Measure flange .
3. Select Measure.
4. Select Center of bolt head.
5. Click Measure bolt . Alternatively, type CWTPSMEASUREBOLT on the command line,
and then press ENTER.
6. Select the flange circle in the drawing, and then press ENTER.
The flange circle displays after running Measure flange
7. Acquire the point on the center of the bolt.

The nodes and red circles that display represent the bolts.
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Measure a bolt using Measure and Hole 2 points
If you clear Use Spec and then run Measure bolt , the software prompts you for the
number of bolts on the flange.
1. Select the Identification name you used for Measure flange .
3. Select Measure.
4. Select Hole 2 Points.
6. Select the flange circle in the drawing, and then press ENTER.
The flange circle displays after you run Measure flange
7. Acquire first point on the bolt hole.
8. Acquire second point on the bolt hole.
The nodes which display represent the bolts.
Measure a bolt using Manual

To use the Manual option, you must have a drawing containing bolt points collected from
when you first ran Measure bolt .
1. Select the Identification name you used for Measure flange .
3. Select Manual.
4. Select Center of bolt head.
6. Select the flange circle in the drawing, and then press ENTER. The flange circle displays
after running Measure flange .
7. Select the bolt points in the drawing, and then press ENTER. These bolt points are the ones
you collect when you first run Measure bolt
in the field.
Export report
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette: Export report
Enables you to export the Flange Dimensional Control Report for the measurement of the
flange and bolts. The flange and bolts must both be measured before a report can be printed.
Listed below is the information provided on the report.
Actual Flange in Spec

Specifies the information of the flange as it appears in the specification.
Long Description - Specifies the long description of the flange in from the specification.
OD - Specifies the outside diameter of the flange from the specification.
NPS - Specifies the nominal pipe size of the flange from the specification.
Specification - Specifies the class of the specification.
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Measured Flange
Specifies the following information of the flange that was measured.
OD - Specifies the outside diameter of the flange you measured.
Center - Specifies the center of the flange you measured.
Direction - Specifies the direction of the flange you measured.
ZE Angle - Specifies the Zenith angle of the flange.
AZ Angle - Specifies the Azimuth angle of the flange. Azimuth angle is measured from the +ve
Y-Axis where the Zenith angle forms.
Bolt Orientation - Specifies the bolt orientation of the bolt that was measured on the flange
Flange Points - Specifies the flange points as acquired from the flange.
Bolt Points - Specifies the bolt points as acquired from the bolt.
any time.
A flange circle and a bolt representation should be in the drawing before you export the
report. To insert a flange circle, see Measure flange (on page 39).
Export a report
1. Select an Identification.
2. Click Export report
tab.
3. Save the PDF.
The report displays.
on the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette in the Flange
Total Station Workflow

The instrument should be set up and connected to a computer. To run the instrument with
CADWorx fieldPipe, do the following:
1. Start a new drawing with a fieldPipe template.
The template already has default blocks set for items that display in the drawing. For
more information on changing the blocks, see Set Blocks Dialog Box (on page 35).
2. Click CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface
fieldPipe tab.
3. Click Scan for station connection
Interface palette.
The station registers on the screen.
on the FP Palettes panel in the CADWorx
on the Setup tab of the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS
If the station does not show up, make sure it is attached to your computer properly,
and then click Refresh ports .
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4. Click Load settings dialog box
.
The TPS Settings dialog box displays.
For more information, see TPS Settings Dialog Box (on page 34).
5. Select the required options, and then click OK.
6. Draw an ortho-line on the X or Y axis in your drawing.
7. Click Set station position
.
To see the laser, select Show Laser Beam on the Setup tab.
8. Select the first reference point on the line in your drawing.
9. Select the second reference point on the line in your drawing.
This line and these two points represent where you are going to acquire your points
in the physical space.
10. Select the first point using the instrument.
You can press ALL or DIST on the instrument to acquire the previous point and the
following two points. You can also click Acquire on the CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS
Interface palette in the Setup tab.
11. Select the second point using the instrument.
12. Position the machine laser to point downwards to reference the 0 elevation, and acquire the
benchmark point.
Blocks representing the points and total station display in the drawing.
13.
14.
15.
16.
Click Define control points

.
Acquire as many points in the physical space as required, and then click Finish.
Click Stakeout
.
Specify the point on the drawing to check.
The instrument automatically moves to the selected point in the physical space, acquires the
point, and then displays the distance and the X,Y,Z on the command line.
For more information on how to perform a manual seek and check stakeout, see Perform
a seek and check operation (on page 47).
Resection after the station has been positioned (on page 46)
Stakeout a selected point (on page 46)
Perform a seek and check operation (on page 47)
Measure the linear distance (on page 48)
Find the distance of the total station from a point (on page 48)
Find rating by measuring the flange (on page 48)
Set the pipe orientation (on page 49)
Determine the pipe size (on page 50)
Route piping using the total station (on page 50)
Model piping (on page 50)
Connect piping (on page 51)
Insert a valve (on page 51)
Insert a flange (on page 52)
Measure an anchor point (on page 52)
Open saved descriptions of anchor points (on page 52)
Find the center (on page 53)
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Resection after the station has been positioned

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Setup tab > Station resection
Command line: CWTPSREPOSITION
Recalculates the position of the instrument. When you reposition the instrument, you must
perform a resection to properly locate the instrument in the physical environment. The
instrument uses coordinates to align to the real world and CAD environments. When you are in
2,2,0 and you move to 5,5,0, the instrument needs to align with the model from these new
coordinates to properly capture the objects.
1. Click Station resection
2. Select three or more control points in the drawing.

The more points you select in the drawing, the more accurate the resection.
3. Aim the total station at all control points previously selected, and Acquire the points.
The fieldPipe Resection Results dialog box displays.
For more information, see fieldPipe Resection Results Dialog Box (on page 35).
4. Select a Station Elevation.
Select a Distance difference.
Clear the Use average elevation check box.
Clear the Use lowest difference check box.
Click OK.
OR
Click OK to accept the defaults in the Use average elevation check box and the Use
lowest difference of check box.
A representation of the station's new position is placed in the drawing.
Stakeout a selected point

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Setup tab > Stakeout
Command line: CWTPSSTAKEOUT
Enables you to check the location of a point.
Automatic
This option requires a motorized instrument.
1. Click Stakeout
2. Select the point on the drawing to check.

The instrument automatically moves to the selected point in the physical space, acquires the
point, and then displays the distance and the X,Y,Z coordinates on the command line.
To perform a stakeout without a motorized instrument, see Perform a seek and check operation
(on page 47).
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Perform a seek and check operation

Points and coordinates display based on the settings you have selected in the TPS
Settings dialog box. For more information, see TPS Settings Dialog Box (on page 34).
Seek and Check with Picked Z

1. Select Seek and Check.
2. Select Picked Z.
3. Click Stakeout
.
4. Select the point to check in the drawing.
5. Move the laser to the point in the space, and then acquire it.
The instrument acquires the point and the Distance dialog displays. The Distance is the
actual distance from the original point to the new point.
6. Click Yes to accept the location information.
The software displays the X,Y, and Z coordinates in the drawing.
The software displays coordinates for Picked Z with the abbreviation of PZ.
Seek and Check with Float Z

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Select Seek and Check.
Select Float Z.
Type a value for the tolerance in the X-Y Tolerance box. If you do not need a tolerance,
skip to step 4.
X-Y Tolerance displays when you select the Float Z option.
Click Stakeout
.
Select the point to check in the drawing.
The instrument queries the Z coordinate of the object you select in the drawing and
compares it to the same point in the field. The instrument compares the location of the
object in the drawing by identifying the same X-Y location at a different Z elevation. This
new point can display directly below, beside, or above the original point. A text string
displays the distance from the original CAD location and the point in the field.
The software displays coordinates for Float Z with the abbreviation of FZ.
Seek and Check with Offset Z

1. Select Seek and Check.
2. Select Offset Z.
3. Type a value for the offset in Z Offset. To determine this value, measure the object above
the original collected point. For example, if the original point is 5 inches below a slab of
concrete, type 5 in the Z Offset.
Z Offset displays when you select the Offset Z option.
4. Click Stakeout
.
5. Select the point to check in the drawing.
The instrument moves to the point based on the Z Offset value, and then acquires it. The
software then displays the distance from the point on the command line. The information
can also display in the drawing, depending on your settings in the TPS Settings Dialog Box
(on page 34).
The software displays coordinates for Offset Z with the abbreviation of OZ.
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Measure the linear distance

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Setup tab > Measure linear distance
Command line: CWTPSMEASURE
Measures a distance between two points in space and displays it on the command line.
1. Click Measure linear distance
2. Acquire the first point.

3. Acquire the second point.
The distance displays in the drawing.
Find the distance of the total station from a point

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Setup tab > Station Distance
Command line: CWTPSDISTANCE
Finds the distance between the station and any point in space.
1. Click Station Distance
2. Aim at the point with the laser, and then click Acquire.
A line displays in the drawing from the representation of the instrument.
Find rating by measuring the flange

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Find rating by measuring the
flange
Command line: CWTPSRATING
Enables you to determine the rating from acquiring points on a flange.
Thickness - Specifies to measure by thickness.
Diameter - Specifies to measure by diameter.
Set Specification Dialog Box
Finds the specification based on the thickness or diameter when using Find rating by
measuring the flange
or From Point Cloud. From Point Cloud does not use diameter.
Project File - Specifies the project file selected.
Size - Displays the size that was set.
Thickness Displays the thickness of the flange taken from the two points.
Thickness or Diameter - Specifies the thickness or diameter of the flange after it is acquired.
This displays based on your selection during the process.
Tolerance - Specifies the tolerance for finding the specification. The higher the tolerance, the
more specifications display in the Matching Specifications box.
Find - Finds the matching specifications based on the information provided by you to the
software and displays it in the Matching Specifications box.
Matching Specifications - Displays the matching specifications found.
Specifications - Displays the matching specifications of the flange.

Flange Thickness - Displays the available thickness of the flange found in the specification.
Long Description - Specifies the long description of the flange as found in the specification.
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Find rating measuring by thickness
1. Click Find rating by measuring the flange
2. Select Thickness, or type T on the command line.

3. Acquire the point on the flange face.
4. Acquire the point on the flange back face.
The Set Specification dialog box displays.
5. Click Find.
The matching specifications display in the Matching Specifications box.
6. Select the specification needed, and click OK.
You must have a project set to find the specification.
Find rating measuring by diameter

1. Click Find rating by measuring the flange
2. Select Diameter, or type D on the command line.

3. Aim and acquire as many linear points on the flange as needed.
4. Click Finish.
The Set Specification dialog box displays.
5. Click Find.
The matching specifications display in the Matching Specifications box.
6. Select the specification needed, and click OK.
You must have a project set to find the specification.
Set the pipe orientation

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Set pipe orientation
Command line: CWTPSORIENTATION
1. Click Main Size
on the CADWorx Plant I tab to set the specification using the Set
Specification and Size dialog box. For more information, see Set Specification and Size in
the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
2. Select the Piping tab.
3. Click Set pipe orientation
4. Acquire first point on the pipe at the start point of the pipe.
5. Acquire the second point on the pipe at the end point of the pipe.
The orientation displays under Orientation.
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Determine the pipe size

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Determine pipe size
Command line: CWTPSSIZE
1. Click Determine pipe size
.
The following three points must be acquired linear on the pipe around the
circumference not the length of the pipe.
2. Acquire the first point on the pipe.
3. Acquire the second point on the pipe.
4. Acquire the third point on the pipe.
The size displays under Measured Size.
Route piping using the total station

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Start routing pipe
Command line: CWTPSROUTE
Enables you to acquire points on continuous piping. Then, fieldPipe draws the piping in the
drawing. The piping must be in a continuous line, only being connected by elbows.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Click Start routing pipe .

Acquire two linear points on the pipe at the start point.
Acquire two linear points on the pipe at the end point.
Continue to do this for all piping connected by elbows.
Click Finish.
The piping displays in the drawing with the points acquired appearing as a node.
To capture piping that is connected with a cross, reducer, or tee you must click Model one
pipe
, acquire the points, and then click Connect pipes . For more information, see
Model piping (on page 50), and Connect piping (on page 51).
If you receive the message that trimmed elbows are not allowed when routing, make sure
the Apply Trimmed Elbow Rule is set to Automatic in the Piping Rules. For more
information, see Piping Rules in the CADWorx Plant Users Guide.
Model piping
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Model one pipe
Command line: CWTPSSINGLE
Enables you to acquire a single pipe. The software then draws it in the drawing. You can then
use the connect option to connect any piping together. The Connect pipes option enables you
to connect two pipes with an elbow, tee, reducer, or cross.
1. Click Model one pipe
2. Acquire two linear points on the pipe at the start point.

3. Acquire two linear points on the pipe at the end point.
4. Click Finish.
The piping displays in the drawing with the points acquired appearing as a node.
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Connect piping
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Connect pipes
Command line: CWTPSCONNECT
Enables you to connect pipes in the drawing.
1. Click Connect pipes
2. Select two pipes to connect.

The component prompt displays.
3. Select the type of connection required.
4. Press ENTER.
The connecting component displays in the drawing connecting the two pipes.
Insert a valve
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Insert valve
Command line: CWTPSVALVE
Enables you to acquire points to insert a valve in the drawing.
Insert valve by Back of Flange

1. Select the valve from the Valves list.
2. Click Insert valve
3. Select the piping to insert a valve, and press ENTER.

4. Select Back of flange.
5. Aim, and acquire the insertion point.
6. Specify the direction.
7. Select the component to keep the position, and press ENTER.
The valve inserts in the drawing.
Insert valve by Middle

1. Select the valve from the Valves list.
2. Click Insert valve
3. Select the piping to insert a valve, and press ENTER.

4. Select Middle.
5. Aim and acquire the insertion point on the middle of the valve.
The valve inserts in the drawing.
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Insert a flange
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Insert flange
Command line: CWTPSFLANGE
Enables you to acquire points to insert a flange.
1. Select a flange from the Flanges list.
2. Click Insert flange
3. Select the pipe to insert the flange, and press ENTER.

4. Aim at the back of flange, and then acquire the insertion point.
5. Aim in the direction of the weld, and then acquire the point.
6. Select the component to keep the position, and press ENTER.
The flange inserts in the drawing.
Measure an anchor point

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Measure anchor point
Command line: CWTPSANCHORPOINT
Enables you to acquire a point and then draws a line with a description in the drawing,
perpendicular to the center line of the component, for that point.
1. Select or type a description of an anchor point in the Anchor Point list.
2. Click Measure anchor point
3. Select a pipe in the drawing.

4. Acquire a point on the pipe in the physical space.
A node appears on the centerline of the pipe with the selected or typed description.
Open saved descriptions of anchor points

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Open anchor point saved
description
Enables you to open a saved description of an anchor point.
1. Click Open anchor point saved description
The TPSAnchorPoints.txt file displays in notepad.

2. Edit and save this file.
The new description displays in the Anchor Point list.
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Find the center

CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface palette: Piping tab > Find center
Command line: CWTPSFINDCENTER
Enables you to acquire three points on a round surface, which then draws a circle in the drawing
representing the object.
1. Click Find center
2. Acquire the points required to find the center.

A node displays indicating the center of the pipe.
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CLX Projects Panel

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects
Command Name
Command Line
Open Project - Enables you to open a previously saved

CloudWorx project file. For more information, see Open
Project (on page 54).
CWOPEN
Close Project - Closes the current CloudWorx project. For

more information, see Close Project (on page 55).
CWCLOSE
Import ModelSpace View - Establishes a connection to an

existing ModelSpace View, loading and displaying the point
clouds contained in the ModelSpace View. For more
information, see Import ModelSpace View (on page 55).
CWIMPORT
Set Load Limit - Sets the maximum number of points loaded

by CloudWorx. For more information, see Set Load Limit (on
page 56).
CWLOADMAX
Set Regen Factor - Sets a virtual viewport size factor for point CWSETREGEN
cloud regeneration. For more information, see Set Regen
Factor (on page 57).
Purge - Removes all CloudWorx project related data from the CWPURGE
active drawing. For more information, see Purge (on page 57).
Save Project - Saves a CloudWorx project. For more
information, see Save Project (on page 58).
CWSAVE
Save Project As - Saves a CloudWorx project by selecting

the location. For more information, see Save Project As (on
page 58).
CWSAVEAS
Open Project
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects > Open Project
CloudWorx menu: Open Project
Command line: CWOPEN
Enables you to open a previously saved CloudWorx project file. The project information is saved
in the current drawing. When you use the CWOPEN command, you either associate a
previously saved CloudWorx project to this drawing, or you simply restore a project previously
closed using Close Project (on page 55).
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Close Project
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects > Close Project
CloudWorx menu: Close Project
Command line: CWCLOSE
Closes the current CloudWorx project. All point cloud objects, previously mapped layers, and
user coordinate systems are deleted from the drawing.
You may be asked to save the CloudWorx project if changes are detected. When the current
drawing is saved, it automatically saves the CloudWorx project. The drawing retains a special
record referring to the CloudWorx project file that is opened when the drawing is open. This
special record stays when you close the project. To purge this record, you must use Purge (on
page 57).
Import ModelSpace View

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects > Import ModelSpace View
CloudWorx menu: Import ModelSpace View
Command line: CWIMPORT
Establishes a connection to an existing ModelSpace View, loading and displaying the point
clouds contained in the ModelSpace View. The result of the import is a CloudWorx Project,
which may be saved to the drawing so no import is needed next time.
Point Source - Specifies the ModelSpace View that is imported.
Coordinate Systems - Lists all saved coordinate systems attached to the source ModelSpace
View.
Distance Units - Specifies the units to be used for converting meters to the units used in the
drawing. All point coordinates within the point cloud are scaled as necessary to match your
selection when the point cloud is loaded.
Number of units per meter - Specifies the number of units per meters based on the conversion
selected in Distance Units.
Import a ModelSpace View

1. Click Import ModelSpace View
on the CLX Projects panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe
tab. Alternatively, type CWIMPORT on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Import ModelSpace View dialog box displays.
If you currently do not have a CloudWorx Project open, the result of this import creates
a new CloudWorx Project.
If you have a CloudWorx Project open, you must confirm if you want to import another
ModelSpace View as a reference. Otherwise, you need to close the current project first.
2. Click the MS View ellipsis.
The Select ModelSpace View dialog box displays.
3. Select the ModelSpace View. If there are no ModelSpace Views configured, create one.
4. Click Open.
The Point Source, and Coordinate Systems boxes are populated.
To exit this dialog without loading the ModelSpace View, click Cancel.
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5. Select a coordinate system from the Coordinate Systems list.
The Coordinate Systems list contains all saved coordinate systems attached to the
source ModelSpace View. The selected coordinate system is mapped to the drawing's
WCS.
6. Because units in a Cyclone database are internally stored in meters, it is necessary to select
the appropriate drawing units to properly convert the point cloud data to the scale of your
drawing. On the right side of the Import ModelSpace View dialog box, select Meters, Feet,
or a customized scale to use for converting meters to the units used in the drawing.
7. Click OK to load the point cloud from the ModelSpace View.
Use the Zoom Extents AutoCAD command to view the entire scene.
The point clouds loaded by CloudWorx are updated automatically to reflect any changes
made in Cyclone to the point cloud in the source ModelSpace.
If you do not want the point cloud that is loaded in CloudWorx to reflect any changes
made to the Cyclone database, create a unique ModelSpace and reserve it for
CloudWorx use.
All the cloud points and other related data, including the clippings, and named user
coordinate systems are loaded into CAD. All of the named user coordinate systems in
the ModelSpace View are mapped to CAD user coordinate systems, prepended by "~".
Any changes to the CAD user coordinate systems list are not saved back to the Cyclone
database when CloudWorx closes the ModelSpace View.
Set Load Limit

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects > Set Load Limit
CloudWorx menu: Set Load Limit
Command line: CWLOADMAX
Sets the maximum number of points loaded by CloudWorx. This setting is to protect CloudWorx
from running out of memory. It is related to the computer's speed and memory capacity for
performance. If the current viewport setting requires more points than the load limit, CloudWorx
reduces the level of detail to comply with the limit.
When this command is used while a ModelSpace View is open, it affects the next Regenerate
Point Clouds (on page 83) (CWREGEN) command if the loading limit is met.
A typical setting for a 2GHZ+ CPU with 1GB of memory is 8 (million). In many cases, do not use
a setting less than 2.
Because multiple viewports require memory for each viewport, you may need to decrease the
load limit to maintain overall performance in each viewport.
Set the load limit

1. Before loading a ModelSpace View, click Set Load Limit
on the CLX Projects panel in
the CADWorx fieldPipe tab. Alternatively, type CWLOADMAX on the command line, and
then press ENTER.
2. Type the maximum number of points to be loaded, and then press ENTER.
If you see sparser points than expected after using Regenerate Point Clouds (on page
83) it indicates that the load limit was met, or the Regen Factor (Set Regen Factor (on page
57)) is too high. You should first attempt to increase the load limit. If the load limit is relatively
high, you have to decrease the Regen Factor.
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Set Regen Factor

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects > Set Regen Factor
CloudWorx menu: Set Regen Factor
Command line: CWSETREGEN
Sets a virtual viewport size factor for point cloud regeneration. When the factor is 1 (by default),
CloudWorx loads and regenerates only the cloud points necessary to display in the viewport. If
you pan or zoom out from that view, you may need to use Regenerate Point Clouds (on page
83) (CWREGEN) to load more points to fill the newly exposed area of the viewport.
By setting this factor larger than 1, the effective viewport for cloud regeneration is enlarged. This
loads more points over more area, reducing the amount of CWREGEN for panning or zooming
operations. For example, a factor of 3 makes the virtual viewport 3x3 times the size of the actual
viewport, centered on the actual viewport. However, because a larger factor may load more
points, more memory may be required for larger values. If the required number of points
exceeds the loading limit, CloudWorx is forced to reduce the detail. As a result, you may see
sparser points than expected.
If Set Regen Factor (CWSETREGEN) is used when no Modelspace View is open, the
factor is saved as the most recently used setting.
If Set Regen Factor is used when a Modelspace View is open, the factor is saved to the
DWG and the most recently used setting when the DWG is saved.
Set Load Limit (on page 56) (CWLOADMAX) limits the maximum allowed number of
points to be loaded.
Purge
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects > Purge
CloudWorx menu: Purge
Command line: CWPURGE
Removes all CloudWorx project related data from the active drawing.
After CloudWorx data has been purged, the active drawing can be saved. This allows the
drawing to be opened on a computer that does not have CloudWorx installed without generating
warnings.
Purge CloudWorx data

1. Click Purge
on the CLX Projects panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe tab. Alternatively,
Type CWPURGE on the command line, and then press ENTER.
A confirmation prompt appears.
2. Click Yes.
All CloudWorx data is purged from the active drawing.
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Save Project
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects > Save Project
CloudWorx menu: Save Project
Command line: CWSAVE
Saves a CloudWorx project. The drawing records a relative path of the project file to the drawing
file.
Save Project As
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Projects > Save Project As
CloudWorx menu: Save Project As
Command line: CWSAVEAS
Saves a CloudWorx project by selecting the location. The drawing records a relative path of the
project file to the drawing file.
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CLX Clipping Panel

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping
Command Name
Command Line
Clipping Manager - Enables you to toggle or delete defined

clippings in CloudWorx. For more information, see Clipping
Manager (on page 60).
CWCLIPMGR,
CWCUTPLANES
Define Limit Box - Enables you to create a 3D rectangular

box beyond which points are not displayed or processed. For
more information, see Define Limit Box (on page 62).
CWLIMITBOX
Hide Points Inside Fence - Enables you to hide the points

inside a user-defined fence. For more information, see Hide
Points Inside Fence (on page 62).
CWHIDEIN, CWFENCE
Hide Points Outside Fence - Enables you to hide the points

outside a user-defined fence. For more information, see Hide
Points Outside Fence (on page 63).
CWHIDEOUT, CWFENCE
Reset Clipping - Erases all the clipping records of the active

clipping group, and restores the drawing. For more
information, see Reset Clipping (on page 63).
CWSLICEOFF,
CWCLIPOFF
X axis - Clips a section of the point cloud in the X axis based

on the UCS. For more information, see X axis (on page 63).
CWSLICE then X
Y axis - Clips a section of the point cloud in the Y axis based

on the UCS. For more information, see Y axis (on page 64).
CWSLICE then Y
Z axis - Clips a section of the point cloud in the Z axis based

on the UCS. For more information, see Z axis (on page 64).
CWSLICE then Z
Slice Forward - Moves the existing slice by one step (equal to CWSLICEF
the thickness of the slice) in the positive direction along its
axis. For more information, see Slice Forward (on page 65).
Slice Backward - Moves the existing slice by one step (equal
to the thickness of the slice) in the negative direction along its
axis. For more information, see Slice Backward (on page 65).
CWSLICEB
X Positive - Clips a section of the point cloud in the X positive CWSECTION then X then
direction based on the UCS. For more information, see X
POSITIVE
Positive (on page 65).
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X Negative - Clips a section of the point cloud in the X
negative direction based on the UCS. For more information,
see X Negative (on page 66).
CWSECTION then X then

NEGATIVE
Y Positive - Clips a section of the point cloud in the Y positive CWSECTION then Y then
direction based on the UCS. For more information, see Y
POSITIVE
Y Negative - Clips a section of the point cloud in the Y
see Y Negative (on page 67).
CWSECTION then Y then

NEGATIVE
Z Positive - Clips a section of the point cloud in the Z positive

direction based on the UCS. For more information, see Z
CWSECTION then Z then

POSITIVE
Z Negative - Clips a section of the point cloud in the Z

see Z Negative (on page 68).
CWSECTION then Z then

NEGATIVE
Hidden points are not deleted from the ModelSpace View or database. These commands
merely reduce the size and complexity of point clouds for viewing and processing.
At most one slice or section view can be active at a time (that is, a section view in the Yplane cannot coexist with a section view in the X-plane).
Clipping Manager
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Clipping Manager
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Clipping Manager
Command line: CWCLIPMGR, CWCUTPLANES
Enables you to toggle or delete defined clippings in CloudWorx.
Clipping Groups - Lists the clipping groups. You can select one and activate it using Activate
Group. A clipping group is a list of clipping records that are applied together to the point clouds.
You can create, delete or activate a group. At any time, there is one group activated. When
activated, the clipping records display in the right pane.
Clippings - Lists the clipping records of the active clipping group. All the clipping records are
applied to the point clouds. You can enable or disable a clipping record. You can also invert a
section view clipping or a fence clipping. Double-click the name of a clipping group or clipping
record, to rename it.
Delete Clipping - Deletes the selected clipping record.
Clear Clippings - Deletes all clipping records of the active clipping group.
Enable All - Enables all clipping records of the active clipping group.
Disable All - Disables all clipping records of the active clipping group.
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Create Group - Creates a new clipping group. You can double-click the name to rename a
group. By creating and activating a new clipping group, the last clipping group is protected. This
is because the active clipping group can be easily cleared with a reset clipping command.
Delete Group - Deletes selected clipping group. You cannot delete the active group.
Activate Group - Activates the selected clipping group. Clipping records are updated.
Align View - Aligns the active viewport to face only the selected slice.
Change Limit Box Parameters

To modify the parameters of a limit box, you can select it, right-click, and select Modify from the
pop-up menu. Clicking Modify displays the Limit Box Parameters dialog box for editing.
The limit box is displayed in the view until you close the dialog box. You can directly change the
values (Corner or Size components) and click another edit box to see the effect. You can also
use the up and down keys near each edit box. Note that the keys have different effects. Up and
down keys for a corner component moves along its axis direction. Up and down keys for a size
component enlarges or shrinks along each axis in both directions. < and > shrinks or enlarges
the box in all directions. You can click Apply to apply the change to the points. Apply enables
when there is a change. If you click Close without applying the changes, you are warned to
confirm the action.
All clipping records are created with the following commands:
Define Limit Box (on page 62)
Hide Points Inside Fence (on page 62)
Hide Points Outside Fence (on page 63)
X axis (on page 63)
Y axis (on page 64)
Z axis (on page 64)
Slice Forward (on page 65)
Slice Backward (on page 65)
X Positive (on page 65)
X Negative (on page 66)
Y Positive (on page 66)
Y Negative (on page 67)
Z Positive (on page 67)
Z Negative (on page 68)
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Define Limit Box

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Define Limit Box
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Define Limit Box
Command line: CWLIMITBOX
Enables you to define a 3D box beyond which points are not displayed or processed.
The limit box does not delete the points. It reduces the size and complexity of point
clouds for viewing and processing.
Define and place a limit box

1. Click Define Limit Box
on the CLX Clipping panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe tab.
Alternatively, Type CWLIMITBOX on the command line, and then press ENTER.
2. Using the snapping function, select a point representing one corner of the 3D limit box. You
can also enter coordinates for this corner at the command line, and press ENTER.
3. Position the crosshair at the point representing the opposite corner of the limit box and click.
You can also enter coordinates for the second corner at the command line, and press
ENTER.
The resulting rectangle is projected onto the work plane.
4. Position the crosshair, and select a point to determine the height of the box. If you select the
Height keyword, you can also enter the value of the height.
Points outside the boundaries of the box are hidden from view.
If all points are hidden after applying the limit box, it is likely that the limit box is defined in an
incorrect position. In this case, turn the limit box OFF, and try again.
You can use Clipping Manager (on page 60) (CWCLIPMGR) to turn on or off any clipping
records, or use Reset Clipping (on page 63) (CWCLIPOFF) to turn off all clipping records of
the active clipping group.
Hide Points Inside Fence

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Hide Points Inside Fence
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Fence
Command line: CWFENCE, CWHIDEIN
Hides all points inside of a user-defined fence.
The bulleted options below are available after typing CWFENCE on the command line:
Off - Turns off all the clipping records.
Inside - Clips points inside of the fence.
Outside - Clips points outside of the fence.
1. Click Hide Points Inside Fence
on the CLX Clipping panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe
tab. Alternatively, type CWHIDEIN on the command line, and then press ENTER.
2. Draw a fence.
The fence hides all points inside the fence.
You can use Clipping Manager (on page 60) (CWCLIPMGR) to turn on or off any
clipping records, or use Reset Clipping (on page 63) (CWCLIPOFF) to turn off all
clipping records of the active clipping group.
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Hide Points Outside Fence

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Hide Points Outside Fence
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Fence
Command line: CWFENCE, CWHIDEOUT
Hides all points outside of a user-defined fence.
The bulleted options below are available after typing CWFENCE on the command line:
Off - Turns off all the clipping records.
Inside - Clips points inside of the fence.
Outside - Clips points outside of the fence.
1. Click Hide Points Outside Fence
on the CLX Clipping panel in the CADWorx
fieldPipe tab. Alternatively, type CWHIDEOUT on the command line, and then press
ENTER.
2. Draw a fence.
The fence hides all points outside the fence.
You can use Clipping Manager (on page 60) (CWCLIPMGR) to turn on or off any clipping
records, or use Reset Clipping (on page 63) (CWCLIPOFF) to turn off all clipping records of the
active clipping group.
Reset Clipping
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Reset Clipping
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Reset Clipping
Command line: CWCLIPOFF
Erases all the clipping records of the active clipping group, restoring all clipped points.
X axis
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > X axis
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Slice > X axis
Command line: CWSLICE then X
Clips a section of the point cloud in the X-axis based on the UCS. This defines two parallel
planes along a specified axis and then hides the points outside the two planes, resulting in a
controlled cross-section view of the point cloud.
Hide points outside of a slice

1. Click X axis
on the CLX Clipping panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe tab. Alternatively,
type CWSLICE on the command line, then press X, and then press ENTER.
A temporary line representing the clipping appears and follows the cursor.
2. Click once (or enter coordinates at the command line, and press ENTER) to define the first
plane.
A temporary indicator marks the placement of the first cutting plane, and a temporary line for
the second plane follows the cursor.
3. Click again to define the second plane.
The points outside the two planes are hidden.
You can use the Clipping Manager (on page 60) to turn on or off any clipping records, or
use Reset Clipping (on page 63) (CWCLIPOFF) to turn off all clipping records of the active
clipping group.
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Y axis
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Y axis
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Slice > Y axis
Command line: CWSLICE then Y
Clips a section of the point cloud in the Y-axis based on the UCS. This defines two parallel

1. Click Y axis
type CWSLICE on the command line, then press Y, and then press ENTER.
plane.
clipping group.
Z axis
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Z axis
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Slice > Z axis
Command line: CWSLICE then Z
Clips a section of the point cloud in the Z-axis based on the UCS. This defines two parallel

1. Click Z axis
type CWSLICE on the command line, then press Z, and then press ENTER.
plane.
clipping group.
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Slice Forward
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Slice Forward
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Slice > Slice Forward
Command line: CWSLICEF
Moves the existing slice by one step (equal to the thickness of the slice) in the positive direction
along its axis.
Slice Backward
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Slice Backward
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Slice > Slice Backward
Command line: CWSLICEB
Moves the existing slice by one step (equal to the thickness of the slice) in the negative direction
along its axis.
X Positive
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > X Positive
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Section > X Positive
Command line: CWSECTION then X then POSITIVE
Clips a section of the point cloud in the X positive direction based on the UCS. This defines a
plane in 3D along a specified coordinate axis, and then hides the points on one side of that
plane, so that a cross-section view of the point cloud results.
To create a section view:

1. Click X Positive
Alternatively, type CWSECTION, then X, then POSITIVE on the command line, and then
press ENTER.
On the drawing, a temporary rectangle representing the clipping appears and follows the
cursor. Perpendicular lines on the corners of the rectangle represent the direction in which
points remain visible.
2. Move the clipping plane to the necessary position, and click with your mouse (or enter
coordinates for the slice position at the command line, and press ENTER).
The defined section of the point cloud is hidden from view.
clipping group.
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X Negative
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > X Negative
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Section > X Negative
Command line: CWSECTION then X then NEGATIVE
Clips a section of the point cloud in the X negative direction based on the UCS. This defines a

1. Click X Negative
Alternatively, type CWSECTION, then X, then NEGATIVE on the command line, and then
press ENTER.
clipping group.
Y Positive
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Y Positive
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Section > Y Positive
Command line: CWSECTION then Y then POSITIVE
Clips a section of the point cloud in the Y positive direction based on the UCS. This defines a

1. Click Y Positive
Alternatively, type CWSECTION, then Y, then POSITIVE on the command line, and then
press ENTER.
clipping group.
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Y Negative
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Y Negative
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Section > Y Negative
Command line: CWSECTION then Y then NEGATIVE
Clips a section of the point cloud in the Y negative direction based on the UCS. This defines a

1. Click Y Negative
Alternatively, type CWSECTION, then Y, then NEGATIVE on the command line, and then
press ENTER.
clipping group.
Z Positive
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Z Positive
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Section > Z Positive
Command line: CWSECTION then Z then POSITIVE
Clips a section of the point cloud in the Z positive direction based on the UCS. This defines a

1. Click Z Positive
Alternatively, type CWSECTION, then Z, then POSITIVE on the command line, and then
press ENTER.
clipping group.
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Z Negative
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Clipping > Z Negative
CloudWorx menu: Clip Point Cloud > Section > Z Negative
Command line: CWSECTION then Z then NEGATIVE
Clips a section of the point cloud in the Z negative direction based on the UCS. This defines a

1. Click Z Negative
Alternatively, type CWSECTION, then Z, then NEGATIVE on the command line, and then
press ENTER.
clipping group.
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CLX TruSpace Panel

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX TruSpace
Command Name
Command Line
Open TruSpace - Prompts to pick a cloud point, and the

TruSpace Tools viewer is displayed. For more information,
see Open TruSpace (on page 71).
CWTSOPEN
Close TruSpace - Closes the current TruSpace Tools

viewer. For more information, see Close TruSpace (on page
71).
CWTSCLOSE
Show/Hide TruSpace - Toggles the TruSpace Tools viewer

to show or hide without closing it. For more information, see
Show/Hide TruSpace (on page 72).
CWTSSHOW
Open KeyPlan - Opens the KeyPlan associated with the

current ModelSpace, and launches the KeyPlan Viewer. For
more information, see Open KeyPlan (on page 72).
CWKPOPEN
Close KeyPlan - Closes the current KeyPlan Viewer. For

more information, see Close KeyPlan (on page 72).
CWKPCLOSE
Sync Toggles - Opens the TruSpace Tools with

CWTSTOOL
synchronization settings and the quick limit box size. For more
information, see Sync Toggles (on page 72).
Perspective Camera Off - Switches the AutoCAD viewport
back to parallel projection mode. For more information, see
Perspective Camera Off (on page 72).
CWCAMERAOFF
Scenarios
Following are some common scenarios in which TruSpace and KeyPlan tools can be applied:
Scenario 1: Freestyle viewing and sight-seeing using the KeyPlan and TruSpace viewers
You can synchronize the viewpoint in the active CAD viewport to be driven by the viewpoint in
the TruSpace viewer. When synchronized, the AutoCAD viewpoint automatically follows the
TruSpace viewpoint. You may find viewing to be more accessible in the TruSpace viewer,
because TruSpace content is based on each scanner's position.
1. Launch a KeyPlan (already prepared) under a database.
2. Launch a TruSpace viewer from a scanner displayed in the KeyPlan viewer.
3. Enable sync of View Point.
The active AutoCAD viewport is synchronized with the TruSpace viewer.
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4. Switch to the TruSpace viewer.
5. Perform viewpoint manipulations to look at a feature of interest.
The active AutoCAD viewport automatically matches the TruSpace viewpoint.
6. If needed, execute Regenerate Point Clouds to load more points for the current viewpoint.
7. In TruSpace, jump to a neighboring scanner position.
The active AutoCAD viewport updates automatically.
8. Switch to another scanner position from the KeyPlan viewer.
The active AutoCAD viewport in AutoCAD updates automatically.
Prior to AutoCAD 2007, most commands, especially those that require picks and 3D input,
are incompatible with perspective mode. Use the Perspective Camera Off command (next to
Sync Toggles) to conveniently switch back to parallel projection.
Scenario 2: Pick to support the Line command

You can pick points in the TruSpace window to create AutoCAD lines using regular AutoCAD
commands.
1. Launch a TruSpace viewer from which the feature of interest is visible.
2. Enable 3D Point to use picks from TruSpace as 3D point input for regular AutoCAD
commands.
3. Optionally, configure other viewports to view the area in which you are interested.
4. Invoke the Line AutoCAD command. This tool expects 3D points.
5. Switch to the TruSpace viewer.
6. Pick points in the TruSpace viewer in the sequence that you want the line to follow.
You see the lines generated from the picks in the AutoCAD viewports.
7. Clear the selection to end the Line command.
You can always switch back to AutoCAD to make additional settings, or enter 3D points.
Scenario 3: Pick to support the CloudWorx Fit Pick to Pipe command

You can pick a point on a pipe in the TruSpace window, and grow it into an AutoCAD cylinder.
1. Launch a TruSpace viewer from which the pipe of interest is visible.
2. Enable Pick on Cloud.
3. Run CWFITPIPE, and click Pick Points >>.
4. Pick a point in the TruSpace viewer to grow into a pipe.
The AutoCAD pipe (or pipe center line) is created.
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Scenario 4: Use a Quick Limit Box
A limit box is a popular clipping tool for working with a small region of points. The Quick Limit
Box tool uses a single pick in the TruSpace viewer to define the center of the region of interest.
A limit box is applied with a predefined size around that center.
1. Launch a TruSpace viewer from which the region of interest is visible.
2. Enable Quick Limit Box.
3. Adjust the range of the Quick Limit Box in the edit box next to B=.
4. In the TruSpace viewer, switch to the Quick Limit Box mode.
5. In the TruSpace viewer, select the center point.
The AutoCAD viewports are updated with the corresponding limit box.
6. If needed, execute Regenerate Point Clouds to load more detail within the limit box.
You can use the Limit Box Off command to disable the limit box.
Open TruSpace
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX TruSpace > Open TruSpace
CloudWorx menu: TruSpace Tools > Open TruSpace
Command line: CWTSOPEN
Prompts you to pick a cloud point, and displays the TruSpace Tools viewer. If there are points
from more than one scanner near the selected point, then those scanners are listed with their
distances to the point. Select the scanner position to use.
Enable Sync - Toggles viewpoint synchronization with the TruSpace viewer on or off. When
synchronization is off, the AutoCAD viewpoint does not update to match the TruSpace
viewpoint.
3D Point - When this is enabled, CloudWorx submits the 3D pick from the TruSpace viewer to
the command line, for use by AutoCAD commands that accept 3D coordinates. (Use Pick on
Cloud for CloudWorx commands.)
Pick on Cloud - When this is enabled, CloudWorx recomputes the pick made in the TruSpace
viewer based on the closest cloud points visible in the AutoCAD window. Recomputation may
fail if there are not enough points near the selected point, or when the points are clipped or
hidden in CloudWorx. (Use 3D Point for non-CloudWorx commands.)
View Point - When this is enabled, the viewpoint of the active AutoCAD viewport automatically
updates to be the same as the TruSpace viewpoint. When needed, use the Regenerate Point
Clouds command to load more detail.
Quick Limit Box - Clips the point clouds with a predefined limit box size (see the B= setting)
around the pick made in the TruSpace viewer. This clips and hides the points outside the limit
box. You can turn off the limit box using the Limit Box Off command.
Close TruSpace
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX TruSpace > Close TruSpace
CloudWorx menu: TruSpace Tools > Close TruSpace
Command line: CWTSCLOSE
Closes the current TruSpace Tools viewer.
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Show/Hide TruSpace
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX TruSpace > Show/Hide TruSpace
CloudWorx menu: TruSpace Tools > Show/Hide TruSpace
Command line: CWTSSHOW
Toggles the TruSpace Tools viewer to show or hide without closing it.
Open KeyPlan
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX TruSpace > Open KeyPlan
CloudWorx menu: TruSpace Tools > Open KeyPlan
Command line: CWKPOPEN
Opens the KeyPlan associated with the current ModelSpace and launches the KeyPlan Viewer.
If more than one KeyPlan is available, select the KeyPlan to display from the list to
display the KeyPlan Viewer.
Close KeyPlan
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX TruSpace > Close KeyPlan
CloudWorx menu: TruSpace Tools > Close KeyPlan
Command line: CWKPCLOSE
Closes the current KeyPlan Viewer.
Sync Toggles
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX TruSpace > Sync Toggles
CloudWorx menu: TruSpace Tools > Sync Toggles
Command line: CWTSTOOL
Opens the TruSpace Tools with synchronization settings and the quick limit box size.
The TruSpace Tools dialog box is automatically shown when you open TruSpace or KeyPlan.
Do not close the dialog box unless you want to disable TruSpace Synchronization (where the
AutoCAD viewpoint changes to match the TruSpace viewpoint).
For more information, see Open TruSpace (on page 71) and CLX TruSpace Panel (on page 69).
Perspective Camera Off

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX TruSpace > Perspective Camera Off
CloudWorx menu: TruSpace Tools > Perspective Camera Off
Command line: CWCAMERAOFF
Switches the AutoCAD viewport back to parallel projection mode. Prior to AutoCAD 2007, most
commands, especially those that require picks and 3D input, are incompatible with perspective
mode.
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CLX Point Rendering Panel

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Point Rendering
Intensity Mapping and Color from Scanner - Provides convenient switching among most
frequently used point cloud color mapping modes. This command does not change the color
mapping parameters such as intensity mapping range.
Point Density - Allows you to trade off resolution against point loading and rendering speed.
Better resolution (point density) requires more time to load and render the points. When point
density is off, it uses the full detail required by the viewport.
Command Name
Command Line
Intensity Mapping - Sets intensity mapping colors to display

points. For more information, see Intensity Mapping (on page
73).
CWCOLORMODE
Color from Scanner - Displays points with colors from

scanner when color data is available. For more information,
see Color From Scanner (on page 74).
CWCOLORMODE
Point Density Off - Displays the image with the highest point
density. For more information, see Point Density Off (on page
74).
CWPOINTSPACING
Point Density Level 1 - Displays the image with the Level 1

(lower) point density. For more information, see Point Density
Level 1 (on page 74).
CWPOINTSPACING

(still lower) point density. For more information, see Point
Density Level 2 (on page 75).
CWPOINTSPACING

(even lower) point density. For more information, see Point
Density Level 3 (on page 75).
CWPOINTSPACING
Point Density Level 4 - Displays the image with the Level

CWPOINTSPACING
(lowest) point density. For more information, see Point Density
Level 4 (on page 75).
Intensity Mapping
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Point Rendering > Intensity Mapping
CloudWorx menu: Point Rendering > Intensity Mapping
Command line: CWCOLORMODE
Sets intensity mapping colors to display points.
1. Click Intensity Mapping
on the CLX Point Rendering panel in the CADWorx
fieldPipe tab. Alternatively, type CWCOLORMODE on the command line, and then press
ENTER.
2. Type i on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The color of the point cloud changes.
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Color From Scanner

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Point Rendering > Color from Scanner
CloudWorx menu: Point Rendering > Color from Scanner
Command line: CWCOLORMODE
Displays points with colors from scanner when color data is available.
1. Click Color from Scanner
fieldPipe tab. Alternatively, type CWCOLORMODE on the command line, and then press
ENTER.
2. Type R on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The color of the point cloud changes.
Point Density Off

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Point Rendering > Point Density Off
CloudWorx menu: Point Rendering > Point Density Off
Command line: CWPOINTSPACING
Displays the image with the highest point density.
1. Click Point Density Off
on the CLX Point Rendering panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe
tab. Alternatively, type CWPOINTSPACING on the command line, and then press ENTER.
2. Type OFF on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The point density displays at the highest level.
Point Density Level 1

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Point Rendering > Point Density Level 1
CloudWorx menu: Point Rendering > Point Density Level 1
Displays the image with the Level 1 (lower) point density.
1. Click Point Density Level 1
fieldPipe tab. Alternatively, type CWPOINTSPACING on the command line, and then press
ENTER.
2. Type 1 on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The point density displays at level 1.
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Displays the image with the Level 2 (still lower) point density.
ENTER.

Displays the image with the Level 3 (even lower) point density.
ENTER.

Displays the image with the Level 4 (lowest) point density.
ENTER.
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CLX Accessories Panel

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories
Command Name
Color Mapping - Globally overrides point cloud coloring. For
more information, see Color Mapping (on page 77).
Point Sources - Opens the Point Source Manager dialog box,
which is used to view or Delete point sources. For more
information, see Point Sources (on page 79).
ScanWorld Explorer - Opens the ScanWorld Explorer dialog
box, which is used to perform various functions relating to the
source ScanWorld for the opened ModelSpace View. For more
information, see ScanWorld Explorer (on page 79).
Configure Databases - Opens the Configure Databases
dialog box, which is used to:
Add and remove servers
Add, remove, and destroy databases
Create ModelSpace Views
Create shortcuts
For more information, see Configure Databases (on page 80).
Snap/Visibility - Opens the Point Cloud Snap/Visibility dialog
box, which is used to toggle the ability to snap to points in a
point cloud or toggle the overall visibility of point clouds. For
more information, see Snap/Visibility (on page 82).
Regenerate Point Clouds - Regenerates all the cloud points
necessary to view the maximum level of detail (LOD) in the
current viewport. For more information, see Regenerate Point
Clouds (on page 83).
Clash Manager - Enables you to check point clouds against
CADWorx models. For more information, see Clash Manager
(on page 84).
Interference Check - Opens the Interference Check dialog
box, which finds and highlights the interfering points between
cloud points and CADWorx objects. For more information, see
Interference Check (on page 86).
Point Cloud Information - Displays coordinate information and
other information for a selected point in a point cloud. For more
information, see Point Cloud Information (on page 88).
About CloudWorx - Displays the About CloudWorx dialog
box, containing the version and build number of the CloudWorx
software. For more information, see About CloudWorx (on page
88).
Defect Report - Enables you to report a program defect
limitation. For more information, see Defect Report (on page
89).
Command Line
CWCOLORMAP
CWREF
CWSCANWORLD
CWDBCFG
CWVISIBILE
CWREGEN
CWCLASHMGR
CWINTERFERENCECHECK
CWINFO
CWABOUT
CWDEFECT
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Color Mapping
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Color Mapping
CloudWorx menu: Color Mapping
Command line: CWCOLORMAP
Globally overrides point cloud coloring. Initial point cloud coloring can be replaced by true color
or intensity mapping (if available).
Global Color Mapping

No Override - Displays each point cloud using its own setting or layer override.
True Color - Display all point clouds with true color mapped. If true color data is not present (It
must be scanned with a calibrated scanner) for a point cloud, the point cloud uses intensity data
(if available), and then a single color.
Intensity Mapping - Displays all point clouds with intensity-mapped colors. If intensity data is
not available, CloudWorx attempts to use true color data (if available), and then a single color.
Elevation Mapping - Displays all point clouds in retrospect to elevation. Each color shift
signifies a certain delta in elevation as you have specified.
Color Schemes
Sets the color scheme of the point cloud. These colors directly relate to the selected Global
Color Mapping as described below:
Multi-Hue - Correlates to the reflectivity of the point when it was scanned. Must be selected
when True Color has been selected. Can be selected when Intensity is selected.
Greyscale - Correlates to the reflectivity of the point when it was scanned. Can be selected
when Intensity is selected.
Scaled Red - Single color option and can be selected when Intensity is selected.
Scaled Green - Single color option and can be selected when Intensity is selected.
Scaled Blue - Single color option and can be selected when Intensity is selected.
Topo 1 (BGBrO) - Colors are based on the elevation set in the Elevation/Distance
Mapping. Can be selected when Elevation has been selected.
Topo 1 (BrGW) - Colors are based on the elevation set in the Elevation/Distance
Topo 1 (BGYBrPW) - Colors are based on the elevation set in the Elevation/Distance
Elevation/Distance Mapping
Set up the starting elevation, the delta of each color shift, and the direction it will go (primarily
up). A good idea is to limit the number of colors to 16 when using this option because the color
shifts are much more prevalent. Also be sure to check the Repeat color out of range box. This
allows the colors to repeat after 16 colors.
Start - Specifies the starting elevation.
Delta - Specifies the delta for each color shift.
Origin - Specifies the origin of the elevation.
Direction - Specifies the direction of the elevation.
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Intensity Mapping Parameters
Sets the range of intensity values that you can color the cloud with. Typically, the default
numbers work the best.
Minimum - Specifies the minimum intensity for the color of the cloud.
Maximum - Specifies the maximum intensity for the color of the cloud.
Actual - Specifies the actual intensity for the color of the cloud.
Number of Colors - Specifies the number of colors in the palette that the cloud will be colored
with. Typically this number should always be set at 256 unless using Elevation Mapping, where
it should be limited to 16.
Repeat color out of range - Repeats colors when the Number of Colors set reaches its limit,
such as with the Elevation Mapping option.
Gamma Correction - Sets and specifies where a number closer to 1 has a darker cloud, and
numbers closer to 0 have a washed out or overexposed look and feel in the cloud. Typically, if
you select a number between .45 and .65, that yields the best point cloud appearance.
Override point cloud color mapping

1. Click Color Mapping
on the CLX Accessories panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe tab.
Alternatively, type CWCOLORMAP on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Point Cloud Color Mapping dialog box displays.
2. Make a selection from the Global Color Mapping list.
Select No Override to display each point cloud using its own setting or layer override.
Select Intensity Mapping to display all point clouds with intensity-mapped colors. If
intensity data is not available, CloudWorx attempts to use true color data (if available),
and then a single color.
Select True Color to display all point clouds with true color mapped into the AutoCAD
palette. If true color data is not present for a point cloud, the point cloud uses intensity
data (if available), and then a single color.
3. If Intensity Mapping is chosen from the Global Color Mapping list, select a mapping
Color Scheme, and then adjust the intensity mapping range if necessary.
From the Color Scheme drop-down list, select Grayscale, Multi-Hue, or a scaled
individual color with which to display the intensity map.
To adjust the intensity mapping range, enter a value for the lowest intensity (to be
mapped to the low end of the selected color scheme in the Minimum box), and then
enter a value (for the highest intensity to be mapped to the high end of the selected
color) in the Maximum box. Intensities lower than the minimum or higher than the
maximum are given the minimum's or maximums color respectively. The Minimum and
Maximum settings typically range from 0 to 1. These values correspond to the range
from dark to bright (from red through yellow and green to blue for the Multi-Hue setting).
For a greater difference in shades, set a more narrow range.
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Point Sources
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Point Sources
CloudWorx menu: Point Sources
Command line: CWREF
Opens the Point Source Manager dialog box, which is used to view or Delete point sources.
Delete - Deletes the point source.
CloudWorx has the ability to connect to multiple ModelSpace Views simultaneously. The
first ModelSpace View is called the master ModelSpace View. Others are called
ModelSpace View references.
You cannot delete the master ModelSpace View.
When you select one Point Source (connection) in the list control, the information about the
Point Source displays in the bottom box.
ScanWorld Explorer
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > ScanWorld Explorer
CloudWorx menu: ScanWorld Explorer
Command line: CWSCANWORLD
Opens the ScanWorld Explorer dialog box, which is used to perform various functions relating
to the source ScanWorld for the opened ModelSpace View. The ScanWorlds for any externally
referenced ModelSpace Views are not displayed.
A ScanWorld is a collection of point clouds (scans) that are aligned with respect to a common
coordinate system. The ScanWorld Explorer allows you to show or hide the field of view of
each available scanner and access detailed information on a specific scanner.
ScanWorld Explorer Dialog: Scanners

ScanWorlds - List of all ScanWorlds used by the current ModelSpace View.
SW Name - Scanner name. Click to select.
Make/Model - Displays the make and model of the scanner used to capture the scan.
Position - Displays the position of the scanner in the ModelSpace.
FOV - Turns boundary display for the scanner's maximum field of view on or off.
Scanner Info
- Displays available information on the selected scanner.
Align to Scanner
- Aligns the viewpoint in the AutoCAD window to match the viewpoint of
the selected scanner.
ScanWorld Explorer Dialog: Scans
ScanWorlds - Lists all ScanWorlds used by the current ModelSpace View.

Scan - Lists all scans associated with the selected ScanWorld.
Cols,Rows - Displays the dimensions of the scan.
Points - Displays the number of points within the scan.
ScanWorld Explorer Dialog: Unified Clouds

Displays unified point clouds, if any. If a scan has been unified, it displays in the Show column
of the Scans tab as Unified.
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Configure Databases
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Configure Databases
CloudWorx menu: Configure Databases
Command line: CWDBCFG
Opens the Configure Databases dialog box, which is used to:
Add and remove servers
Add, remove, and destroy databases
Create ModelSpace Views
Create shortcuts
With a valid Cyclone license installed on your computer, the Cyclone Navigator window can
also be used to configure and manage the databases, ModelSpace Views, and shortcuts. With a
CloudWorx license only, the CWDBCFG command must be used to create ModelSpace Views
and shortcuts.
Servers - Opens the Configure Servers dialog box, where you can Add or Remove servers.
Databases - Opens the Configure Databases on <PC Name> dialog box, where you can Add,
Remove, Destroy, Compact, and Optimize a database.
Create View - Creates a new view of the ModelSpace when the modelspace is selected.
Create Shortcut - Creates a shortcut in the Shortcuts folder for the ModelSpace when the
modelspace is selected.
Delete - Deletes the ModelSpace view.
Add a remote server

1. Click Configure Databases
on the CLX Accessories panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe
tab. Alternatively, type CWDBCFG on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Configure Databases dialog box displays.
2. Click Servers.
The Configure Servers dialog box displays.
3. Click Add.
The Add Server dialog box displays.
4. In the Server Name box, type the Microsoft Network name for the server to add, and then
click Add.
The newly added server displays.
5. Click Close.
The server is connected.
To remove a server, select the server to remove from the Servers list, and then click
Remove.
To toggle the visibility of a server in the Configure Databases dialog box, select or clear the
box below Visibility next to the server.
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Add a database
2. Select the server that contains the database to add.
3. Click Databases.
The Configure Databases on <Server Name> dialog box displays.
4. Click Add.
The Add Database dialog box displays.
5. In the Database Name box, type a logical name as an identifier for your logical database.
The logical name is how the database is referred to by CloudWorx; it is the name
displayed in the Configure Databases dialog box.
If you leave the Database Name box empty, CloudWorx bases the logical name on the
file name entered in the Database Filename box.
6. Click the Database Filename ellipsis.

The Create/Select a Cyclone DB dialog box displays.
7. Browse to and select the database.
8. Click Open.
The Add Database dialog box displays.
9. Click OK.
The Configure Databases on <Server Name> dialog box displays, displaying the newly
added database.
10. Click Close.
11. Click Close.
The dialog box closes.
Create a new ModelSpace View

2. Select a ModelSpace, and then click Create View.
A new ModelSpace View is created.
To rename a ModelSpace View: click the name of the ModelSpace View to be changed,
click it again after a short pause to select the current name, type a new name, and then
press ENTER.
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Create a shortcut:
2. Select an object in the SERVERS folder, and then click Create Shortcut.
The shortcut is added to the SHORTCUTS folder.
3. Click Close.
Delete a ModelSpace View or a shortcut

2. Select a ModelSpace View or shortcut, and then click Delete.
The ModelSpace View or shortcut is removed from the database. The object that a shortcut
represents is not removed from the database.
3. Click Close.
Limitations
It is strongly suggested that you do not have Cyclone Navigator View open when you run
this function. Cyclone Navigator View is open when you launch the Cyclone program.
Some functions may develop database lock contentions when Navigator View tries to
respond to changes such as adding or removing multiple databases.
If you try to destroy a database from Cyclone Navigator View, make sure that CloudWorx
is not currently opening a ModelSpace View that belongs to the database.
You cannot destroy a database from CloudWorx when you have ModelSpace View open.
Snap/Visibility
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Snap/Visibility
CloudWorx menu: Snap/Visibility
Command line: CWSNAP, CWVISIBLE
Opens the Point Cloud Snap/Visibility dialog box, which is used to toggle the ability to snap to
points in a point cloud or toggle the overall visibility of point clouds. Points may still be hidden by
the limit box, hidden regions, slice, and section.
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Toggle point cloud snapping
1. Click Snap/Visibility
Alternatively, type CWSNAP on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Point Cloud Snap/Visibility dialog box displays.
2. Select or clear the Disable Snap On Cloud Points box, and then click OK.
Object snapping must be turned ON with the Node type enabled to allow snapping to cloud
points.
Toggle point cloud visibility

1. Click Snap/Visibility
Alternatively, type CWVISIBLE on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Point Cloud Snap/Visibility dialog box displays.
2. Select or clear the Hide All Cloud Points box, and then click OK.
Regenerate Point Clouds

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Regenerate Point Clouds
CloudWorx menu: Regenerate Point Clouds
Command line: CWREGEN
Regenerates all the cloud points necessary to view the maximum level of detail (LOD) in the
current viewport.
Set Load Limit (on page 56) (CWLOADMAX) limits the maximum allowed number of points
to be loaded. If the current viewport setting requires more points than the load limit,
CloudWorx reduces the level of detail to comply with the limit. This setting is related to the
computer's speed and memory capacity for performance.
Use Set Regen Factor (on page 57) (CWSETREGEN) to change the virtual viewport size
factor used for cloud regeneration.
Point Cloud LOD

Cloud points have been spatially partitioned into blocks to view and use efficiently. CloudWorx
loads and displays these blocks using multiple levels of detail (LOD). CloudWorx only requests
for points up to the required LOD level to be displayed in a view. When you zoom in the view, or
change the view point, it needs to load more points or release out-of-sight points. This is done
using CWREGEN.
Regenerate Point Clouds forces load points that are needed to display in the selected
view.
To regenerate all points needed to view maximum detail in the current view, type
CWREGEN on the command line.
You can change the point loading and rendering density using any of the
CWPOINTSPACING commands. Better point density requires more time to load and render
the points. When you choose lower point density, it is faster for CWREGEN to regenerate
the point clouds for the viewport.
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Clash Manager
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Clash Manager
CloudWorx menu: Interference > Clash Manager
Command line: CWCLASHMGR
Enables you to check point clouds against CADWorx models. It identifies the locations (clusters
of points) where the scanned point clouds interfere with the theoretical CADWorx models of the
proposed new design.
Close - Closes the Clash Manager dialog box. All clashing points, as well as the cluster boxes
that are displayed, are reset.
Process
- Select objects and proceed with general clash check. The result is multiple
records showing the clashing regions. Each region is represented by a box. The new records
have a clashing state but are not approved. The initial status of a clash is Unspecified.
Verify - Reprocess a clash record by recalculating the interference with the point clouds. This
is usually used when objects are modified. If the object has changed, the Process Result may
change to Cleared and a new record may be added.
Display Clashing Points
Align to Clash
- Displays the clashing points on the cloud.
- Aligns the view to the clash.
Find
- Clash manager finds and highlights the record that matches a given column value.
The search is string-based and case-sensitive.
Settings
- Opens the Clash Settings dialog box to change parameters used for displaying
clashing points. You can show or hide original cloud points when displaying clashing points. You
can change the interference threshold (tolerance, usually smaller than general inspection) used
to calculate and display the interfering points. See Interference Check (on page 86) for more
detail about Settings.
Tools
Users can process, display and zoom to clashing points, verify a clash after a change in
geometry, change clash status, add comments and search for clash records.
Process - Select objects and proceed with general clash check. The result will be multiple
Verify - Reprocess a clash record by recalculating the interference with the point clouds. This is
usually used when objects are modified. If the object has changed, the Process Result may
change to Cleared and a new record may be added.
Settings - Opens the Clash Settings dialog box to change parameters used for displaying
to calculate and display the interfering points. See Interference Check (on page 86) for more
detail about Settings.
Export - Exports the clash to a text file.
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View
Display - Displays the clashing points for the active clash region. Active means the records
from the last Process or Verify results.
Zoom - Sets the selected clash as the active clash region. Align the viewport area to the active
clash region and display the region in wireframe.
LimitBox - Toggles on or off the limit box to the cluster region.
Edit
Show All - Displays all clash region boxes in the view.
Delete - Deletes a record in the Clash Manager.
Find - Clash manager finds and highlights the record that matches a given column value. The
search is string-based and case-sensitive.
Clash List Columns

ID - Unique clash Identifier.
Process Result - Result state that is updated automatically during reprocessing. Possible state
values are:
Missing - Former clashing object is now missing or renamed.
Cleared - Former clashing object has been moved and is no longer clashing.
Clashing - Object is still clashing. As a result of processing, all new clashing records are
initially set to Clashing
Clash Type - Sets the clash type. Click the Clash Type box to change the type. By changing
from Unspecified, the clashing record is reviewed and your login name. Time is also recorded.
Unspecified - The initial state of processing result.
Hard - A Clash has been verified to be cleared. A hard clash is one that causes a problem.
Soft - A Clash has been verified to be cleared. A soft clash is one that does not cause an
actual problem or conflict, such as a movable cable, or soft insulation.
Clear - A Clash has been verified to be cleared.
Object Type - Specifies the object type in the system. Options include: Box, Cylinder, Steel,
and so on.
Size - Specifies the size of the range box representing one cluster of clashing points.
Center - Specifies the center (X,Y,Z values) of the range box of the clash points.
#Points - Specifies the number of points in the clash.
Comments - Enables you to add comments to a clash record.
Creator - Specifies the login name when clashing record is established by Process.
CTime - Specifies the time when clashing record is established by Process.
Modifier - Specifies the login name when clashing record is reviewed and verified.
MTime - Specifies the time when clashing record is reviewed and verified.
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Typical Workflow
1. Click Clash Manager
Alternatively, type CWCLASHMGR on the command line, and then press ENTER.
2. Select the objects that you want to clash against and run Process.
The results display in the Clash Manager dialog box. Each new record is a potential
clashing area and needs approval. They are initially marked as Unspecified and Clashing.
3. Select an unspecified clash record, and then zoom to the clashing area to check detailed
situation. Run Display to show the detailed clashing points. Change Clash Type as
appropriate.
4. Continue processing other unspecified records.
If the drawing has been changed, then it may cause the clashing situation to change, and
you need to reprocess the clashing. You can either select the objects and Process again, or
select a clash record to Verify.
When you Verify an existing clash record, all clashing records related to this group of
AutoCAD objects are verified. The following are possible results:
If an object exists but no matching clash region is found, then Process Result is
changed to Cleared.
If an object no longer exists, then Process Result is changed to Missing.
New clash regions are added as new clashing records and are set to Clashing and
Unspecified for review.
All the records generated stay in the Clash Manager dialog box unless you delete them.
You can export the records to a text file (tab-delimited). It can be imported into Excel or a
database where you can generate reports on your own.
Interference Check
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Interference Check
CloudWorx menu: Interference > Interference Check
Command line: CWINTERFERENCECHECK
Opens the Interference Check dialog box, which finds and highlights the interfering points
between cloud points and CADWorx objects. The result of interference check is a cluster of
points represented by a range box. You can select each cluster and view the detail.
Process
- Select objects and proceed with general clash check. The result is multiple
Display Clashing Points
Align to Clash
- Displays the clashing points on the cloud.
- Aligns the view to the clash.
Settings
- Opens the Clash Settings dialog box to change parameters used for displaying
to calculate and display the interfering points.
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Settings
Click Settings to change the Clash Settings.
Clipping Only - Indicates that only the points that are not clipped are checked.
Hide Original Points - Indicates that only interfering points are displayed as the result.
Initial Point Mode - Enables you to choose between displaying interfering points or noninterfering points.
Clash Tolerance - Sets the tolerance of the clash. If minimum distance between a cloud
point and geometric object is smaller than this tolerance, it is treated as interfering.
Cluster Distance - Sets the distance for the cluster tolerance. If two groups of interfering
points are at least at the distance value entered here, they are not going to be in one cluster
of points.
Density Threshold - Sets the density threshold. The interference checking program uses
this parameter to stop computing at this density level.
Interfering Point Color - Specifies the color used to display interfering or non-interfering
points.
Check for interferences

1. Click Interference Check
tab. Alternatively, type CWINTERFERENCECHECK on the command line, and then press
ENTER.
The Interference Check dialog box displays.
2. Click Settings
to change interference settings as appropriate.
3. Click Process
, then select the entities you want to clash against. Press ENTER to
complete the selection set.
Computing starts and may take some time depending on the scale of the point cloud base.
Results are listed in the dialog. Each item is a cluster of points and is represented by a
range box. Each item shows the center of box, size of box, and the number of interfering
points the clash computation got.
The number of interfering points is just a reference. It may change depending on the
level of points loaded. The real interest is the cluster size.
You can select one or more cluster records and click Display to highlight interfering points
of the selected clusters. If you want to remove all highlighted points, select no cluster, and
then click Display again.
You can select one cluster record and click Zoom to fit the cluster box into the active
viewport.
When you close this dialog box, it clears all the interfering points and restores the original
point cloud display.
Refer to Clash Manager (on page 84) for advanced clash management between point
clouds and CADWorx objects.
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Point Cloud Information

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Point Cloud Information
CloudWorx menu: Point Cloud Information
Command line: CWINFO
Displays coordinate information and other information for a selected point in a point cloud.
All the coordinates and distance parameters are based on the current user coordinate
system and unit preference.
You can use AutoCAD's measurement and dimension tools to measure between cloud
points. Be sure to snap to a cloud point whenever a data point is expected.
All the coordinates and distance parameters are based on the UCS and unit preference.
When Snap to Cloud Points is enabled, and when AutoCAD Object Snap is turned on and
Node type is checked, all the commands including the AutoCAD commands that expect a
3D point clicking performs picking on point clouds. When a cloud point is picked, the 3D
position returns as the result of 3D point. However the result may not be compatible with
some 2D commands, such as POLYLINE.
Get point information

1. Click Point Cloud Information
on the CLX Accessories panel in the CADWorx
fieldPipe tab. Alternatively, type CWINFO on the command line, and then press ENTER.
2. Pick a point in the point cloud.
The point coordinates as well as other possible information (such as intensity and color
value where applicable) are displayed.
AutoCAD Object Snap must be turned ON with the Node type enabled.
About CloudWorx
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > About CloudWorx
CloudWorx menu: About CloudWorx
Command line: CWABOUT
Displays the About CloudWorx dialog box, containing the version and build number of the
CloudWorx software.
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Defect Report
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Accessories > Defect Report
CloudWorx menu: Defect Report
Command line: CWDEFECT
Enables you to report a program defect, limitation. It collects the program version, configuration,
related program information that may be useful for support to analyze the problem. The defect
report is generated as a text file to be sent to support.
The defect report does not collect your personal information saved on your computer. You can
review the text file before you e-mail it to support.
Report a defect
1. Click Defect Report
Alternatively, type CWDEFECT on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Defect Report dialog box displays.
2. Enter personal data (name, company, location, email and phone) in the appropriate fields. It
is important that you provide this data so we can contact you to follow up when necessary.
3. Enter a summary of the problem in the Summary box, followed by a description of the
problem in the Detailed description box. Provide as much detail as possible such as what
your actions were prior to the problem occurrence, whether you are able to duplicate the
problem, does the problem occur with other database or model, and so on. When possible,
also include the text from any error message that appeared.
4. After you finished entering the information, click Create Report.
A defect report is generated as a text file. You are informed where this file is created.
5. Please send this file to support@hds.leica-geosystems.com and see
http://www.coade.com/Support/Dealers.shtml to contact Intergraph support.
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SECTION 7
CLX Piping Panel

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Piping
Command Name
Command Line
Pipe - Fits a pipe to a cylindrical region of a point cloud. For

more information, see Pipe (on page 90).
CWFITPIPE
Connect Pipes - Creates a piping run from multiple selected

pipe objects. For more information, see Connect Pipes (on
page 92).
CWCONNECTPIPES
Flange Work Point - Determines the placement position for

flanges and flanged components. For more information, see
Flange Work Point (on page 93).
CWFITFLANGE
Patch - Enables you to fit rectangular or polygon-shaped

patches to point clouds. For more information, see Patch (on
page 94).
CWFITPATCH
Section - Enables you to fit 2D cross-sections to point cloud

slices. For more information, see Section (on page 95).
CWFITSECTION
CloudWorx can be used to generate planar shapes, called patches, and cylinders by selecting
appropriate points within a point cloud, and can adjust the position and orientation of objects to
create best-fit cross-sections.
Pipe
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Piping > Pipe
CloudWorx menu: Fit Point Cloud > Pipe
Command line: CWFITPIPE
Fits a pipe from a cylindrical region or fenced section of the point cloud.
Annotation - Displays an annotation of the pipe's diameter on the result's centerline.
Centerline - Inserts the centerline of the resulting pipe. This option is recommended if you
intend to connect multiple cylinders or perform further operations based on the pipe's centerline.
The resulting centerline behaves like a line segment and the endpoints can be translated along
its original axis.
Cylinder - Inserts a cylinder entity representing the surface of the resulting pipe.
Maximum RMS Error - Specifies the sampling error of the original point cloud. If the fit quality
does not meet this number, the fit is rejected.
Pick Points - Enables you to pick the point on a cylinder.
Fence - Enables you to pick multiple points with a fence.
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CLX Piping Panel

Fit a pipe with a seed point
1. Click Pipe
on the CLX Piping panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe tab. Alternatively, type
CWFITPIPE on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Fit Pipes dialog box displays.
2. Select any combination of output options.
3. Click Pick Points, and then pick a point on the surface of a cylinder.
The pipe is fit and the results are displayed. It may take time to find the surface.
All clipping planes affect which points are used for fitting the cylinder.
Attempt to pick a point in a relatively smooth area. After each click, if you do not see the
expected result showing up in the window, check the output window for additional
information.
4. Continue picking each surface where you want to fit a pipe, and then press ENTER.
Fit a pipe with fence

1. Click Pipe
CWFITPIPE on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Fit Pipes dialog box displays.
3. Click Fence.
All points within the fence are used for fitting the cylinder.
To change the type of fence to be drawn, type Polygon, Circle, or Rectangle, and then
press ENTER.
4. Draw a fence.
If the fit quality does not meet the Maximum RMS Error, the fit is rejected.
To define a rectangular fence, click once to select a corner point, and then click again to
select the opposite corner.
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CLX Piping Panel
Connect Pipes
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Piping > Connect Pipes
CloudWorx menu: Fit Point Cloud > Connect Pipes
Command line: CWCONNECTPIPES
Launches the Connect Pipes dialog box, which is used to create a piping run from multiple
selected pipe objects.
Only centerline pipe objects created with Pipe (on page 90) (CWFITPIPE) can be connected
with Connect Pipes
.
All pipes must have approximately the same radius (with a 10% allowable difference).
Annotation - Displays an annotation of the pipe's diameter on the result's centerline.

Centerline - Inserts the centerline of the resulting pipe. This option is recommended if you
intend to connect multiple cylinders or perform further operations based on the pipe's centerline.
The resulting centerline behaves like a line segment and the endpoints can be translated along
its original axis.
Cylinder - Inserts a cylinder entity representing the surface of the resulting pipe.
Pick Points - Enables you to pick the point on a cylinder.
Create a piping run:

1. Click Connect Pipes
on the CLX Piping panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe tab.
Alternatively, type CWCONNECTPIPES on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Connect Pipes dialog box displays.
3. Click Pick Pipes.
The dialog box closes, and you are prompted to pick the first fitted cylinder.
4. Continue picking the fitted cylinders in the sequence in which you want them connected.
5. When all fitted cylinders have been picked, press ENTER.
The piping run is displayed.
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CLX Piping Panel
Flange Work Point

CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Piping > Flange Work Point
CloudWorx menu: Fit Point Cloud > Flange Work Point
Command line: CWFITFLANGE
Assists in determining the placement position for flanges and flanged components. A flange
work point, or tie point, is a point with an axis direction for inserting a flange. This creates a
circle centered at the work point, normal along the axis for the work point graphic representation.
In general, a flange axis can be determined either by its neighbor pipe or the points that
represent the flange component. However, it is generally unreliable and inaccurate to grow a
flange from a pick on the flange surface. When there is a neighbor pipe use the neighbor to
determine the axis. The software provides the following options (through keywords) to find
flange work point (from best to worst):
NEighbor - Used whenever there is a good neighbor pipe. The first pick defines the seed to
grow a neighbor pipe. Later picks adjust the flange work point along the axis.
East / North / Up / viewX / viewY - If your point clouds are registered such that the pipelines
are pointing to east, north, or up, use fixed flange axis direction. In other cases, if you can
manipulate the view direction so that the flange axis is parallel to the view x or y direction, use
viewX or viewY. The first pick defines the seed point to grow a flange. The pick should be in a
smooth area of the flange outer cylindrical surface. The later picks adjust the work point along
the axis.
2point - When there are two flanges of the same diameter along the pipe. Provide two pick
points on two flange areas. The direction from the first to the second pick is the flange axis
direction. Later picks adjust the work point along the axis.
3point - Use this option only when none of the other options are easy to achieve. Align the view
so that the flange axis is nearly parallel to the screen. Pick three points that can form a plane
whose normal is the flange axis direction. A flange is grown from the first pick. Later picks adjust
the work point along the axis.
After the flange axis is determined, a flange illustrated by a cylinder and a circle representing the
initial work point (flange insertion point) is displayed. You are given the following options to
complete the operation:
Pick flange point - Select any point to adjust the work point. The pick is projected to the axis.
Reset - If the illustrated flange is not right (this can happen when the seed is not good or when
the algorithm fails), you can use this option to redo the first step.
Offset - Enter the axial offset of the work point from the pick. This is usually when you use the
back of the flange or the exposed front edge of the flange as a reference. The work point is
adjusted by the given offset.
Flip - Reverses the offset direction. When offset is used (non-zero), CloudWorx tries to adjust
the work point in an intelligent way. If the offset is to the opposite direction than expected, you
can use this option to flip the offset.
When you have the good flange work point, you can press ENTER to end the command. A circle
and a line are created to demonstrate the flange work point. When you model a flange, you can
snap to the end of the line or the center of the circle, and use the line direction as the axis
reference.
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Patch
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Piping > Patch
CloudWorx menu: Fit Point Cloud > Patch
Command line: CWFITPATCH
Opens the Fit Patch dialog box, which best-fits a patch from one or more pick points in the point
cloud.
Convex Hull - Produces a convex polygon that surrounds the points.
Minimum Rectangle - Produces a rectangle with the minimum surface area that surrounds the
fit points.
Pick - Enables you to pick the point on a cylinder.
Fence - Enables you to pick multiple points with a fence.
Fit a patch by selecting a cloud point

1. Click Patch
CWFITPATCH on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Fit Patch dialog box displays.
2. Select Result Patch options to select the shape of the patch.
3. Click Pick, then pick a point on the cloud.
The patch is fit using the points in the region that best define a planar surface, and the
results are displayed.
4. Continue picking points for each patch you want to fit, and then press ENTER.
Fit a patch via a fence

1. Click Patch
CWFITPATCH on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Fit Patch dialog box displays.
2. Click Fence.
To change the type of fence to be drawn, type polygon, circle, or rectangle, and
then press ENTER.
3. Draw a fence.
The patch is fit using the points within the fence and the results are displayed.
4. Continue drawing fences for each patch you want to fit, and then press ENTER.
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Section
CADWorx fieldPipe tab: CLX Piping > Section
CloudWorx menu: Fit Point Cloud > Section
Command line: CWFITSECTION
Opens the Best Fit Section dialog box, which adjusts lines, polylines, or arcs to best fit a slice
of a point cloud.
Lock Shape (Rigid) - Adjusts the position and orientation of the section without changing its
shape.
Polar Tracking - Aligns the segments of the section to the Increment angle of the current
AutoCAD Polar Tracking settings.
Snap and Grid - Aligns the segments of the section to the Snap X spacing and Snap Y
spacing of the current AutoCAD Snap and Grid settings. The values for Angle, X base and Y
base must be set to zero.
Polar Tracking and Snap and Grid use the current UCS as a reference. The UCS must be
aligned to the plane of the slice to use these options.
Polar Tracking or Snap and Grid applies the values of the current AutoCAD settings even
if these options are not enabled in AutoCAD.
Clicking Grid Locks ellipsis displays the AutoCAD Drafting Settings dialog box directly
from CloudWorx.
Tolerances
Intersection Tolerance - Determines and maintains the connectivity of endpoints of open

curves to other curves. If the endpoints are initially close to each other, use a smaller
tolerance. Large tolerances may generate unexpected results.
Perpendicular Tolerance - Adjusts angular relationships between segments to be
perpendicular or tangent if the error falls within the tolerance entered. Enter a value between
0.0 and 45.0.
Max. Point Distance - Determines how far the curves are from their ideal cloud points.
Lines are not adjusted more than the value entered (the default is 0.1 or 20 times the RMS
error). If this value is too large, it increases the uncertainty of the fitting results.
Point Accuracy - Displays the sampling error of the original point cloud.
Fit a section to a point cloud slice

1. Click Section
on the CLX Piping panel in the CADWorx fieldPipe tab. Alternatively,
type CWFITSECTION on the command line, and then press ENTER.
The Best Fit Section dialog box displays.
2. Select any combination of options.
3. Enter any combination of tolerances
4. Click Pick, then pick the curve to fit.
If the fit quality does not meet the Point Accuracy, the fit is rejected.
Objects that can be selected are: line, arc, circle, 2D polyline, 3D polyline and lightweight polyline. Inserted blocks and 2D polylines representing meshes or fit curve
objects are not supported.
For best results, work in a viewpoint aligned to the plane of the slice.
5. Continue picking points for each section or object you want to fit, then press ENTER.
The section is fit and the results are displayed.
Section is aligned to the center of the point cloud slice.
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Index
A
About CloudWorx 88
Advanced Settings Dialog Box 34
Automatically connect two pipes 21
C
CADWorx fieldPipe - CloudWorx Interface
Palette 17
CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS Interface Palette
31
Clash Manager 84
Clipping Manager 60
Close KeyPlan 72
Close Project 55
Close TruSpace 71
CLX Accessories Panel 76
CLX Clipping Panel 59
CLX Piping Panel 90
CLX Point Rendering Panel 73
CLX Projects Panel 54
CLX TruSpace Panel 69
Color From Scanner 74
Color Mapping 77
Configure Databases 80
Connect Pipes 92
Connect pipes with elbows 28
Connect piping 51
Conventions 6
D
Defect Report 89
Define Limit Box 62
Determine the pipe size 50
E
Export report 43
F
fieldPipe License Commands 13
fieldPipe Resection Results Dialog Box 35
Find rating by measuring the flange 48
Find the center 53
Find the distance of the total station from a
point 48
Flange Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS

Interface Palette) 38
Flange Work Point 93
FP Palettes Panel 17
From Point Cloud 30
H
Hide Points Inside Fence 62
Hide Points Outside Fence 63
I
Import ModelSpace View 55
Insert a flange 52
Insert a valve 51
Insert a valve or flange 28
Intensity Mapping 73
Interference Check 86
Introduction for fieldPipe 12
M
Manually Connect two pipes 24
Measure a bolt using Manual and Center of
bolt head 43
Measure a bolt using Measure and Center
of bolt head 42
Measure a bolt using Measure and Hole 2
points 43
Measure a flange using Manual and Line
41
Measure a flange using Manual and Pipe
41
Measure a flange using Measure and
2poinTs 40
Measure a flange using Measure and Line
41
Measure a flange using Measure and Pipe
40
Measure an anchor point 52
Measure bolt 42
Measure flange 39
Measure the linear distance 48
Model piping 50
O
Open KeyPlan 72
Open Project 54
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Index
Open saved descriptions of anchor points
52
Open TruSpace 71
P
Patch 94
Perform a seek and check operation 47
Perspective Camera Off 72
Pipe 90
Piping Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS
Piping without elbows 20
Point Cloud Information 88
Point Density Level 1 74
Point Density Off 74
Point Sources 79
Preface 6
Purge 57
T
Technical Support 7
Total Station Communication Setup 13
Total Station Workflow 44
TPS Settings Dialog Box 34
W
What's New in fieldPipe 10
X
X axis 63
X Negative 66
X Positive 65
Y
Y axis 64
Y Negative 67
Y Positive 66
Z
R
Re-associate the Components 29
Regenerate Point Clouds 83
Requirements for fieldPipe 12
Resection after the station has been
positioned 46
Reset Clipping 63
Route piping using the total station 50
Routing with elbows 18
Z axis 64
Z Negative 68
Z Positive 67
S
Save Project 58
Save Project As 58
ScanWorld Explorer 79
Section 95
Set Blocks Dialog Box 35
Set Load Limit 56
Set Regen Factor 57
Set the pipe orientation 49
Setup Tab (CADWorx fieldPipe - TPS
Show/Hide TruSpace 72
Slice Backward 65
Slice Forward 65
Snap/Visibility 82
Stakeout a selected point 46
Sync Toggles 72
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