Dynamic Blocks - Trying to create a pipe hanger with variable rod length

[emizer]

     I am trying to create a pipe hanger with a variable length rod hanger. But if I use the stretch action for a dynamic block it just moves the rod. I tried the scale command but don't see how to just have the length stretch and not have it affect the diameter. (file is attached) What I am trying to accomplish is to change out the standard clamp for a clevis hanger w/ variable length rod.

Thanks for your help!

[h_eger]

Dear @emizer ,

Dynamic blocks are NOT supported in Autodesk AutoCAD Plant 3D.

[emizer]

Thank you.

   Can you suggest how to have a variable length pipe support in Plant3D?

   All I want to do is replace the regular pipe clamp that comes with the Plant3D pipe supports (like Beam Bolted Hanger) with a clevis hanger w/ variable length rod.

  Thanks!

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[h_eger]

Yes, create these supports via Python scripting.
Plant 3D supports the variable length depending on the grips.
Unfortunately, these cannot be read out or taken into account in the BOM. (can still improve by autodesk)

[emizer]

Thanks very much.

   Unfortunately I have no knowledge of Python (other than that is a programming language). Can you point me to any resources as to how to get involved and implement Python into Plant3D?

   Thanks

[h_eger · Accepted solution]

Dear @emizer ,

Part1 to Part5

https://adndevblog.typepad.com/autocad/2016/01/custom-python-scripts-for-autocad-plant-3d-part-5.htm... 

[emizer]

Thank you very much for the help!

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