Assembly

This function is used to add parts to an existing assembly already in the modelling phase. After identifying a component on the display, the operator is asked to key in an assembly name. This assembly name will then be translated to a system assembly reference and added to the component.

As the assembly reference is set for a component group, this means that all the parts in this group will belong to the assembly. Only one assembly name can be given each time. If the parts in one group should belong to different assemblies, use the function Divide to separate them before using the Assembly function.

If Options is given on the indicate prompt, the component type (including panel level) can be defined. This is useful in graphically "messy" situations, and when the whole panel should be added to an assembly.

for further information on assemblies, see the Assembly Planning User Guide.