Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Width
Width is simply a dimension of the connector. It can be linked
to a family or shared parameter.
Radius/Diameter
Radius/Diameter is similar to Height and Width.
Previous to Revit 2014, you could only use the radius and not the
diameter when linking to a family or shared parameter; however, since
Revit 2014, under Dimensions in the Family Properties tab, there is an
option to use either Diameter or Radius for the round duct connector.
Whichever of these options are chosen, it should be made standard
across the project to avoid confusion.
Utility
This indicates whether the connector is exported as a site utility
connection or points to an Autodesk Exchange file (ADSK) for sharing
with AutoCAD
®
Civil 3D
®
. It can be linked to a family or shared
parameter.
Connector Description
The option to assign a name to connectors
shows up primarily when using the Connect To feature. It also appears
when connection points are in the same vertical plane. It is a good
practice to give your connectors a description so that they can be easily
identified in families with multiple connectors. It can be linked to a
family or shared parameter.
Creating Mechanical Systems
Now that you have reviewed the parameters of the mechanical systems that
exist, you will learn how to apply them in a simple exercise:
2. Download the
Supply Diffuser - Perforated - Round Neck
- Ceiling Mounted.rfa
family. Next, choose Insert Load Family,
browse to where you have downloaded the family, and click Open (see
Figure 9.10
).
