7.3.4. Output of Threaded Rod Lengths (Setting MTOForBG)

Output of Threaded Rod Lengths (Setting MTOForBG)

In this article, you will learn how to control the display of assemblies and threaded rods in the Material Take-Off (MTO). This is important for obtaining either compact bills of materials or detailed listings including exact length specifications for threaded rods.

Prerequisites

The SuCri Module 2 is correctly installed and configured in AutoCAD Plant 3D.
You have the necessary permissions to adjust settings in the program options.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Open the settings for Module 2 and locate the field MTOForBG.
Expected Result: You see the input field for controlling the assembly output.
Enter the desired numerical value (0, 1, or 2) into the field to define the MTO behavior:
- 0 – Complete Component (Default): The item is treated as a finished component. Threaded rods do not appear separately in the MTO.
- 1 – Complete Component with Additional Threaded Rod: The item is output as a finished component. Additionally, the threaded rod is displayed separately with its length in the MTO.
- 2 – Individual Parts: The item is completely broken down into its individual parts. All components (e.g., bracket, clamp, threaded rod) appear individually in the report.
Expected Result: The system adopts the selected logic for the next report generation.

Important Notes

Standard Recommendation: For simple and clear bills of materials, you should keep the value 0.
Length Determination: If you need the exact lengths of the threaded rods for procurement, select the value 1.
Maximum Level of Detail: Use the value 2 only if a complete listing of all small parts of a support is required.

Troubleshooting

Threaded rods are missing despite settings: Check whether the threaded rods within the assembly are correctly classified as such so that the SuCri Module recognizes them.
MTO does not change: Ensure that you regenerate the report after changing the MTOForBG value and are not accessing old cache data.