Male-Female Fittings
You can use Content Builder to create custom parametric parts with male, female, or a combination of both
types of connectors based on real-world piping requirements. For example, you can set the CEL (
on page 267) values to match the actual depth of the connector. You also can set the
on page 267) to match the allowable
on page 267 for the
connector based on manufacturer specifications.
RELATED
Recommendations for Creating Parametric Fittings Content
on page 651,
Connectors of a Parametric Part
Creating a Parametric Fitting with Content Builder
on page 675.
Connector Engagement Length
Each fitting in the
on page 262 includes one or more connector engagement length (CEL
n
)
values. CEL is the length of pipe that is inserted into a fitting connection. CEL values are based on industry
standards and are configured for all pipe fittings.
Except for grooved couplings, pipe connectors are located on the ends of pipe segments and fittings. In the
software, when a pipe connects to a fitting, the end of the pipe is connected to the end of the fitting. In an
actual pipeline, the pipe is inserted into the fitting.
Pipe end connects to fitting end
RELATED
For more information about pipe connectors (including grooved couplings) and how pipe length is
on page 268.
Angle of Deflection (Fitting Tolerance)
Angle of deflection specifies whether to allow deflection at joints that have a tolerance angle. Angle of
deflection includes female connection types with non-standard angles based on manufacturer and user
requirements. Angle of deflection is stored in the catalog content and is only available for those female
fittings that are supported in the manufacturer specification. To turn on angle of deflection on supported
female fittings in
on page 256 designs, select Yes for Use fitting tolerance on the
on page 286.
RELATED
on page 308.
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