Different union depending on diameter

[hholgadoSQKLP]

Hi,

I want to know how I can configurate a PP material pipe,

when the size is less than 110 sockweld and when it is equal to or greater than 110 then, buttweld

thanks a lot

[pendean]

CHATGPT says

To configure a Polypropylene (PP) pipe system based on size, where:

• Size < 110 mm → Socket Weld (Fusion)
• Size ≥ 110 mm → Butt Weld

You need to consider design rules, specification settings, and software configuration depending on how you're managing the system (e.g., CAD software, ERP system, or manual selection). Here’s how you can set it up:

1. In CAD/Piping Design Software (e.g., AutoCAD Plant 3D, SolidWorks, Revit, or AVEVA)

• Define a Pipe Spec (Piping Class) where:
  • Socket weld fittings and joints are available for sizes below 110 mm.
  • Butt weld fittings and joints apply for sizes 110 mm and above.
• Use branch table rules or component substitution rules in your software to automatically switch based on size.
• Ensure the weld joint details match your project's specifications.

2. In ERP/MRP Systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

• Set up Material Master Data with:
  • Socket weld PP fittings linked to pipe sizes < 110 mm.
  • Butt weld PP fittings linked to pipe sizes ≥ 110 mm.
• Apply BOM (Bill of Materials) rules to enforce the selection based on pipe size.

3. If Using a Manual Specification

• Create a Material Selection Guide specifying:
  • Pipes below 110 mm → Use Socket Weld Fittings.
  • Pipes 110 mm and above → Use Butt Weld Fittings.
• Ensure welders and procurement follow this rule during fabrication and ordering.

4. Automated Configuration Using Scripting (For Custom Software or Excel)

• If using a script-based configuration, a simple logic can be:
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  def get_welding_type(pipe_size😞 return "Socket Weld" if pipe_size < 110 else "Butt Weld" print(get_welding_type(90)) # Output: Socket Weld print(get_welding_type(110)) # Output: Butt Weld
• This logic can be implemented in databases, spreadsheets, or custom selection tools.

NOTE: if you need more information, consider posting in the actual forum or website that is designed to assist with your actual software instead of this general chat forum that you are in now.

[hholgadoSQKLP]

thanks a lot for the answer, but, i need something litle bit explained, it doesnt resolt the question

[hholgadoSQKLP · Accepted solution]

The solution I found, it's creating different union components in different specs.

When I required another type of connection in the same material pipe, I change the spec.

For example P01 is 'PP' material 'socketweld', and P11 is 'PP' material 'buttweld', both of them have these kinds of parts.  

Thanks