Learn about attributes

To associate data with an asset, you create attributes on the element that represent the asset.

Attributes can hold simple values that represent fixed information, such as the diameter of a tank. They can also hold values from PI points, be derived from formulas, or hold data from outside the PI System through the use of PI AF tables.

Enumeration sets

If you need an attribute to hold only predefined values, you can use an enumeration set. An enumeration set maps an ordered set of user-defined constant values to a set of strings. You can use the strings to provide brief, descriptive text to use within your PI AF model.

Videos

For information on how to create element attributes, watch this video:

For information on how to create child attributes, watch this video: