Workflow for 3D Rebar Modeling in Revit

[cwtwong]

Hi everybody,

I'm seeking insights on the workflow for modeling 3D rebar in Revit, particularly when dealing with linked structural models. Since I can't modify or add rebar directly to the linked structural elements, how can I effectively model the rebar in this situation? What are the best practices to ensure accurate placement while managing updates to the structural layout?

If the rebar is modeled directly within the structural model, I'm concerned about the frequent updates to the structural layout, which could create a significant burden in keeping the rebar updated.

What are the best practices for managing these scenarios? How do others approach rebar modeling in relation to linked structural models?

Thank you in advance for your help!

[jay_colcombe · Accepted solution]

At present the only way to have a separate model is to link in the Structural model and use Copy/Monitor to have this correlation between the rebar model and the Structural Model!

The big issue with this is Revit does not allow the Copy/Monitor of Beams so these could need to be modelled manually.

It has been requested in Revit Ideas to have an option to model Rebar in links for this purpose and have the functionality to Copy/Monitor Beams

So really you could save the Structural Model as a New Name - Rebar Model

Use the Coordination > Monitor Tool > Monitor the Structural Model elements against the Rebar Model Elements and if changes occur you will be notified.

Revit Host rebar in linked file - Autodesk Community

Revit Copy Monitor beams and other structural elements - Autodesk Community