3.1.7.1.4. Columns with value range fields

Some parts have Value range variables in addition. For these no fixed value is specified.

At these parts, in order to completely specify the characteristic, the value ranges have to be specified in addition.

Columns with value range fields are marked with colored icons ( | | ). In addition, depending on the settings, the columns are also colored. See below for the meaning of the different colors.^[78]

The selected row shows the respective icon as well. In order to enter a certain value, click on the icon .

Example: Semi-finished product - Dimension attribute

The dialog may look different depending on the component specifications.

Value range: Simply enter a desired value within the value range in the open input field or select the value using the slider (if active). Then confirm by clicking on the green tick.

The red line depicts the default value. By clicking on it, the default can be restored anytime.
Selection of discrete values: Select the desired option in the list field and confirm by clicking on the green tick.
Selection of discrete values with preview images:
In some value range fields graphics can be used for exemplification.

Changing the table entry immediately changes the display in the 3D view.

Meaning of colors for value range fields

There are different types of value range fields, which behave differently depending on the existence of an ERP number and are marked by multicolored icons.

Function attribute

The functional characteristic [Function attribute] is used for stroke and angular positions, for everything that defines a mechanical movement in a part/assembly (e.g. the stroke position of a cylinder).

Geometry attribute pinned on 200, Function attribute not pinned with current value of 0.

Geometry attribute pinned on 200, Function attribute not pinned with current value of 50.

	Note
	A function characteristic [Function attribute] is not pinned and can therefore be changed, even if an ERP number has already been assigned for the line in question.

Geometry attribute

The geometry characteristic [Geometry attribute] is used for characteristics that have an influence on the geometry, e.g. if the geometry of the part or assembly changes due to the variable (e.g. max. stroke length), or if components are added or removed, e.g. "Sensor yes/no" or "Option on/off".

Geometry attribute is pinned on 200, Function attribute is not pinned and has the current value of 0.

Geometry attribute is pinned on 400, Function attribute is not pinned and has the current value of 0.

Note

A geometric feature [Geometry attribute] is pinned as soon as an ERP number has been assigned for the relevant line. It is marked with a corresponding icon icon.

When you need another value, use the "neutral" row (without ERP number) beside the pinned one. (Whether export is allowed without ERP number or not, depends on the desired company internal workflow.)

	Note
	In the case of a cylinder, for example, a distinction must be made between the HUB, which is a geometric feature [Geometry attribute], and the stroke position, which is a functional feature [Function attribute]. With ERP functionality, the HUB is pinned as soon as an ERP_PDM_NUMBER has been assigned; the stroke position is not pinned. The pinned status is visible on a special icon . Different strokes are also assigned different ERP numbers with ERP functionality; different stroke positions are not.

Dimension attribute

The dimensional characteristic [Dimension attribute] is used for semi-finished products and profiles that are produced in running meters (here variable L).

Note

Whether a dimensional characteristic [Dimension attribute] is pinned when an ERP number is assigned is set in the configuration file depending on the desired internal company workflow.^[a]

If you need another value, use the "neutral" row (without ERP number) beside the pinned one. (Whether rows without ERP number may be exported depends on the desired company internal workflow.)

^[a]See Section 4.16.2, “ Pin dimension feature on/off / plinkcommon.cfg -> Block [PARTdataManager] -> Key "LockDimRange" ” in ENTERPRISE 3Dfindit (Professional) - Administration.

Object attribute

The characteristic attribute [Object attribute] is used for values that are required for dimensional and/or product standards, for order numbers or technical specifications, etc. (characteristics that have nothing to do with geometry or function).

Note

A characteristic [Object attribute] is pinned as soon as an ERP number has been assigned for the relevant line. It is marked with a corresponding icon icon.

If you need another value, use the "neutral" row (without ERP number) beside the pinned one. (Whether rows without ERP number may be exported depends on the desired company internal workflow.)

^[78]See Extras menu [Extras] -> Settings [Settings...]... -> Table -> Color value range columns

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