Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Figure 13.11
Instance parameter settings for a symbol offset (left); section
and plan views of the receptacles (right)
Other devices, such as junction boxes, can be placed in the model in the
same manner as receptacles or communication outlets. Creating different
types within a junction box family is a good way to keep track of specific
loads. Junction boxes for systems furniture can be hosted by the floor to
show location, if the furniture is not modeled in 3D. Boxes that are located
above the ceiling can be hosted by the ceiling object and given an offset to
maintain their distance from the ceiling if the ceiling height should change.
When you place a junction box in a reflected ceiling plan and give it an
offset, the box offsets from the front face of the ceiling. This means the box
willmovetowardthefloor,soifyouneedtheboxtobeabovetheceiling,you
have to give it a negative offset, as shown in
Figure 13.12
.
