4.2.7. Info (SuCri2SupportXdata)

Info (SuCri2SupportXdata)

This video tutorial guides you through using the Info function of the SuCri plugin for AutoCAD Plant 3D and Advance Steel. You will learn how to query advanced information about SuCri components and export them using Xdata structures for further analysis or documentation.

Prerequisites

• Installed AutoCAD Plant 3D or Advance Steel: A working installation of the Autodesk software.
• Installed SuCri Plugin: The plugin must be correctly installed and licensed.
• Basic Knowledge: Familiarity with the user interface of AutoCAD Plant 3D or Advance Steel.
• Existing SuCri Model: A model containing existing SuCri components (e.g., pipe supports).

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Model

1. Launch AutoCAD Plant 3D or Advance Steel.
2. Open your project containing SuCri components. Ensure that all relevant elements are visible in the model.

Step 2: Access the Info Function

1. Navigate to the SuCri tab in the ribbon menu.
2. Locate the Module 2 - Functions group.
3. Click on the Info command (often represented by an i-symbol).

Step 3: Select an Object

1. Follow the prompt in the command line to select a SuCri object.
2. Click on any SuCri element (e.g., a clamp or a beam) in your model.

Step 4: Analyze Information

1. After selection, a dialog window or palette opens with the object data.
2. Check the displayed values, such as basic information (ID, type), geometric data, material information, and manufacturer-specific data.

Result: You now have a complete overview of all parameters stored within the object.

Step 5: Export Xdata Information

1. Look for the Xdata Export or Write to Xdata button in the dialog window.
2. Click on the export option.
3. If required, choose the storage location and the desired file format (e.g., CSV, TXT, or XML).

Note: If no direct export button is available, the data is attached internally to the object as Xdata and can be read via the _LIST command.

Step 6: Verify Export

1. Open the file with a text editor or a spreadsheet application.
2. Compare the data with the Info dialog in AutoCAD to ensure completeness.

Important Notes

• Data Accuracy: Information is based on SuCri catalogs. Keep these up to date to ensure precise data.
• Performance: For very complex models, the export process may take some time.
• Object Selection: For objects placed closely together, use the _ISOLATEOBJECTS command to simplify selection.
• AutoCAD Standard: You can also view the Xdata information attached to the object using the _LIST command without a dialog.

Troubleshooting

• Command not found: Check with _APPLOAD whether the plugin is correctly loaded.
• No information displayed: Ensure that it is a genuine SuCri object. Standard AutoCAD elements without SuCri intelligence will not provide data here.
• File is empty: Check the write permissions for the selected storage location.
• System hangs: Reduce the number of objects processed simultaneously in large models.