![]() ![]() We want 2" to NOT round up, since we frequently work in full-dimension timber. It seems the nominal calculation in the PIO is set to round at the numbers in the "Actual" column. (Since we frequently use 3x material, we've even added a full line that reads 3.01"/3") Then scroll down and update Length increments (Imperial) toĒ4.01" Under Units\Actual\Nominal, change the actual to 1.01", 2.01", etc. In the VW application folder go to Plug-Ins>VW_Arch>Data and open Lumber Sizes.txt. But don't forget to count the "delete" step, if it's only a temporary item. If the model is complex and a measurement is needed somewhere in the "middle", one could certainly use the old Cut Section tool. If all one needs is a quick measurement, it can be got directly from the model layer by switching to an elevation view. I thought my leading statement "need to show a building section" would have implied a "section created for purposes of display". I've given up complaining: we just replace the data table with each new issue. Ray: It's a simple data table problem that has never been resolved in any shipping version of VW, yet. ![]() If you'd like to correct the Nominal Size problem that Ray observes, please repost and I can walk you through that process. But the nominal length (rounded up to the next 2'-increment, on the Imperial system) may be what you'd want anyway especially if you're trying to create a materials list. However, I can't think of a time when we would have used this approach.Īs you've already noticed, while the OIP (Object Info Pallet) gives you some useful feedback, it doesn't show the actual cut length. If you want to insert a Call-out note, say on a roof framing plan, with the rafter's actual length (not the span length, or even the nominal length) originally mentioned, you'll either have to "do the math" or go to an elevation view to get an accurate measurement. I'd encourage you to search these discussion boards for excellent pointers use the Create Reports menu item and post here with more questions. But be assured, you can present an accurate list on your plans. If you want a framing materials or cut list, you'll need to get fairly familiar with VW's reporting capabilities. Then, in Viewport Annotations, apply whatever dimensions you need. ![]() But creating a Section Viewport will get you there quicker and it will be "dynamic" (if the model changes for any reason, so will the Section). If you need to show a building section, with the rafter length dimensioned, you can use tguy's approach. We use the VW framing tools every day, so I'm hoping I might help.įirst of all, what are you trying to accomplish? ![]()
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