Create iso symbol for custom part, & select correct iso symbols type and skye?

[pinarj]

Hi, i need help to create iso symbol for new part on spec editor and too select correct the iso symbols type and iso symbol skye on the spec editor, my isometric drawing have error by this, on the pictures can see a custom valve with actuator .

[phwatso · Accepted solution]

I use this guide for isogen symbol keys.

[patpat79]

If you haven't created yet a new SKEY for that valve, you can use the existing valves SKEY such as "VBFL" for Ball valve flanged type, "VBSC" for thread and so on. (SKEYS are added into the "IsoSkeyAcadBlockMap.xml" file. You can create autocad symbol and SKEY code just that, the block name must be mapped into the XML file correctly. Thanks and God bless.

[pinarj]

I understand, but the only thing I am not clear is how save a new block iso symbol, sorry but you haven't a example of guide?
Thanks

[KenFauver · Accepted solution]

Take a look at the following document on the Autodesk Knowledge Network.

De-mystifying AutoCAD Plant 3D Isometrics a Configuration Reference

[duysi]

I have a problem with create a new symbol for shut-off valve and mixproof valve. I have read " De mystifying AutoCAD Plant 3D Isometrics" and try to create symbol follow the guide. it doesn't work in iso production. Please help me to create a symbol for mixproof and shut-off valve. thanks

[KenFauver]

In order to better assist I need you to attach the following info regarding your valve: What are these values for the new valve in the catalog? Iso Symbol Type: Iso Symbol SKEY: The following files from the Isometric folder of you project: IsoSymbolStyles.dwg IsoSkeyAcadBlockMap.xml

[duysi]

this is type of valve i want to create a iso symbol.

in IsoSymbolStyles.dwg i create block "mixproof valve" with 4 ports

in IsoSkeyAcadBlockMap.xml, i insert "<SkeyMap SKEY = “IX??” AcadBlock=”mixproof valve”/>"

in content iso Symbol Definition i insert "TYPE=VALVE-MULTIWAY,SKEY=IXFL".

[KenFauver]

Unfortunately the issue is not your symbol. The issue here is that our iso engine doesn't support multi-port valves yet. One option would be to treat the multi-port valve as a piece of equipment. That way it will get called out in the iso. Then maybe insert a detail on the iso. Sorry this should be addressed in the very near future.

[duysi]

Thank for you help Mr.KenFauver. Hope Autodesk will support this issue in near future.

[ENomden]

About the mixproof valves, a while ago i've been experimenting with splitting up the valve in, for example the one you posted, two 3-way valves and an actuator. Assining a custom ports to the coupling between the top and bottom half. In the end it did work, but the amount of time you have to spend making things to work is a killer, especially when you have to use many different type/sizes/etc. No Python here.  🙂

And for your other post (how to created a custom isosymbol) i would recommend to take a look on this site --> click  (yeah, i know...spam..spam...spam.... but it's a nice site with many great tutorials, tips, etc.)

[frankdive]

Has this been supported yet? Please let me know since we are having the same problem.

[mlitaker]

My client has many 3, 4, & 5 port block valves with  2, 3, & 4, valves/actuator on one assembly (bio-chem. eng).  Sometime there are 4 port block valve with 3 actuators and two different end type (BWxTC) connections all in one assembly.  I have a symbol from the vendor for the isometric but not sure how to create the xml file needed to read the symbol in the drawing.