Surface Raceway

[CoreyDaun]

We have to show a good amount of surface raceway. I have heard of a couple of methods (such as using ductwork) and I wanted to see if anyone found a solid method before I dive into it.

Thanks.

[Anonymous]

Create a raceway profile and than model an inplace sweep family using that profile.

[CoreyDaun]

I definitely agree that is the simplest and easiest way, and normally I think I would do it like that. However, on this project (and others) we have to show some detail, but not a huge amount.

What is your opinion on creating surface raceway from a duct system? I tinkered around with the following:

Created fittings (just an elbow thus far), added sizes of raceway to duct list, and created a system. I created a raceway endcap that is face-based, acting as a wall-anchor and a starting place for drawing the duct. Then created a device as a duct accessory (duplex receptacle) and added a duct connector with the chosen connector size. The device breaks nicely into the "duct". So far I don't foresee any significant complications, but I am far from omnipotent.

[Anonymous · Accepted solution]

The duct way is definitely going to give you more intelligence for your intent and design. If you need to have connection points and logical systems than I would agree with the system family approach rather than a stripped in place family.

Brings you back to the days of no conduit and cable tray huh. Do what you have to do and make it work.

Your on the right track. Good luck.

[CoreyDaun]

I appreciate your input and insight. Thanks again.