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B_Baker12-Amethyst
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December 5, 2024
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Table for multiple models on a drawing

  • December 5, 2024
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I have a user asking if it is possible to add multiple models (not a family table) to a drawing and then create a drawing table to list all of the models associated with the drawing.

 

Their idea is to add a drawing table that lists all of the models associated with the drawing and the model's lengths.  Example: Hex bolts with different lengths but bolts are individual components and not in a family table.  When a bolt is added, the table automatically updates.

 

Let me say that I do not agree with doing things this way, but agreed to check into it for them.  In my opinion, the drawing should revise each time another model is added.

 

We are also using Windchill.

Best answer by dnordin

Without having actually tested this, you can try:

 

create an assembly with all the individual bolt files in it.
in each bolt file, create a parameter via a relation called "BOLT_LENGTH" and set it equal to the dimension for the bolt length. i.e. BOLT_LENGTH=$d4
add the bolt assembly file to the drawing.
add a table and create a repeat region that displays the individual component model name (or whatever descriptive parameter you use) along with the BOLT_LENGTH parameter.
the table should update if you add a new bolt to the bolt assembly.

 

Regards,

Dan N.

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dnordin16-PearlAnswer
16-Pearl
December 5, 2024

Without having actually tested this, you can try:

 

create an assembly with all the individual bolt files in it.
in each bolt file, create a parameter via a relation called "BOLT_LENGTH" and set it equal to the dimension for the bolt length. i.e. BOLT_LENGTH=$d4
add the bolt assembly file to the drawing.
add a table and create a repeat region that displays the individual component model name (or whatever descriptive parameter you use) along with the BOLT_LENGTH parameter.
the table should update if you add a new bolt to the bolt assembly.

 

Regards,

Dan N.

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B_Baker12-AmethystAuthor
12-Amethyst
December 5, 2024

That will work.  Trying my best not to do it.  Thank you.

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BenLoosli23-Emerald III
23-Emerald III
December 5, 2024

If the drawing file is released in Windchill after the initial creation, any additions to the table will require a revision to the assembly and drawing.

Why not convert the parts to a family table?

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