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1. Project
More information: 1. Project

1.1. Creating the project
1.2. Creating systems in MagiCAD
1.3. Selecting products to the project
1.4. How to define insulation series
1.5. How to create duct and pipe series
1.6. Flange series
1.7. Sizing methods
1.8. Heat transfer media
1.9. Absorption material (inner insulation)
1.10. Update Drawing Data
1.11. Merge
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1.1. Creating the project

After you have made initial procedures, you can create the MagiCAD project.
Initial procedures have been explained in other document. C:\Project1
directory is used in this example.
If Add drawing to the model drawing list option is active, drawing will be added
to the Model drawings list. You can add connection nodes between the
drawings in the list and those drawings can also be added to the bill of
material. Missing drawings can be added in the Project dialog (Project ->
Model Drawings).
Give the name for the project. 3 project files will be created: *.epj, *.qpd and
*.lin
If you click the ... button beside the Location field, the following dialog opens:
Here you can see all the possible places, where you can save the project files.
Select the folder.
Select MagiCAD template. You can use templates for example from MagiCAD
HPV\Templates folder. Template is prefilled project file, which contains some
systems, devices, components, dimension texts, sizing criterias, duct/pipe
series etc.
Note! You can also use old projects as a template!
More information: 1.1. Creating the project

Location of the project files
Storey list, active storey, storey origin
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Location of the project files

Project files (*.epj, *.qpd, *.lin) and MagiCAD drawings can be added to the
same folder or you can devide them different ways. Here is one example:
The best place for the project files is the main folder of the project. You can
have several subfolders under the main folder.
You can divide the drawings e.g. so that all the system goups are in their own
folders.
If the project files are saved to the main folder of the project, all the drawings in
main folder or its subfolders and their subfolders can be connected to the
MagiCAD project.

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Storey list, active storey, storey origin

After you have created the project, Project Management dialog is opened.
Now you still need to tell which storey the active drawing is. First you need to
create the Storeys list. There you define all the storeys in the building and how
the storeys are located relatively to each others.
Select the group that you want to edit.

With the Install storey origin function you can install the MagiCAD origin point.
MagiCAD needs its own origin, so that it knows how the storeys are located
relatively each others.
With the Active storey function you can select the active storey for the active
building.
Edit the existing information or add/copy new products and information by rightclicking in the right window pane. After right-click you can choose the operation
from the popup menu.
More information: Storey list, active storey, storey origin

Storeys
Active storey
Install storey origin
Conclusion
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Storeys
Select the storey from the list and choose an option from for the pop-up menu.
Import - import the storey list from MagiCAD Room project.

If you edit the storey, the following dialog opens:
ID - an unique identifier for the storey. It is not possible to change the ID

afterwards.
x, y and z define the location of the storey relative to the storey origin. This
is the left lower corner. This defines how the storeys are located according to
each others.
Install the storey origin to the point which is the same in all storeys. Good
points are for example the corner of the building, crossing point of module lines.
Sometimes it is good to draw a helping line for example from the corner of the
elevator.
elevator.
a and b Define the size of the building/drawing area. A value is the size in xdirection and b value is the size in y-direction.
h Room height. If you use linetypes according to objects height level, this
value is one height level where the linetype changes.
You can add some notes to the text fields.

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Active storey
After the storey list is ready, you still need to tell which storey the active drawing is. Storey list can be
edited afterwards.

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Install storey origin

MagiCAD needs its own origin point to be able to understand the location of all
the storeys. Because of this, all the ducts and pipes are in right place when
they are taken from storey to other storey (with connection node function).
Give the coordinates if you already know them.

Show the origin point for MagiCAD. Start the function, show the origin point and
then the direction of x-axis.
Quite often the origin point is good to install to the lower left corner of the
building. Good point is also crossing point of module lines. Sometimes it is
needed to draw some helping line from some constant point of the building
for example from the corner of the elevator.
When installing the origin point, it is good to zoom the corner point closer
(zoom window). Use also AutoCADs Snap Intersectionfunction (you can
find it for example by pushing Ctrl-button down and taking the right click.
Select the corner point and show the direction of the x-axis after this. Use
AutoCADs ORTHO (F8) value on to be sure that the direction of x-axis is
straight.
Project Management dialog is reopened after installing the storey origin. If it is

ok, you can close the Project Management dialog and start to draw.
Alternatively you can reinstall the storey origin, if it went to a wrong place or
position.

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Conclusion
Before you can start to draw with MagiCAD, you need to connect the drawing
to the existing project or create the new project. And in both cases you need to
select the active storey for the drawing and also install the MagiCADs storey
origin.
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1.2. Creating systems in MagiCAD

Every MagiCAD object belongs to some system. There can be hundreds of
systems in same project, if needed.
All the systems are located in the Project Management dialog.
Select the system and take a right click in the window in right. A popup menu
opens and you can add, edit or delete systems.
More information: 1.2. Creating systems in MagiCAD

Ventilation systems
Heating, cooling and special systems
Water systems
Sprinkler systems
Sewer systems
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Ventilation systems
General
ID this ID makes all systems unique. It is not possible to change it
afterwards.
UserCode identification for the system. User Code can be used for
example in dimension texts.
Name - description for the system. This is shown in the lists where you
select the systems. Can be used also in dimension texts.
System type options for the system types are; Supply air, Extract air,
Exhaust air and Outdoor air.
Color color for the system can be selected with Select button.
Linetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers
(Project -> Ducts -> Layers) is set to By system.
[Top
Sizing method
Select the sizing method for this system. Sizing methods can be created in
Project -> Ducts -> Sizing methods
[Top
Dp/Balancing
Minimum dp for flow damper [Pa] - define the minimum value for flow
dampers
Minimum dp for devices [Pa] - define the minimum value for air
devices
Warning limit of high dp [Pa] - warning limit for balancing.
Calculation gives warning, if the pressure exceeds this level in some
object.
Balancing warning tolerance [% of dp]- with this value, you can
allow a wanted percentage deviation for pressure drops.
Balancing to minimum pressure - MagiCAD perform the balancing so,
that the pressure drop remains as small as possible.
Balancing to fan pressure - if you have used some real fan, then you
can balance the system according to fan. In this case, there is no open
end in the system. At the moment, these kind of intelligent fans are
included only in exhaust devices.
Balancing to given pressure - define the pressure, that you want to
use for balancing, to Given pressure [Pa] field
[Top]
Layer variables
Systems can be divided to their own layers by using the layer variables
(SV1-3). Then you need to add this/these variables to Layer structure
for example {SV1}
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Calculations
Select the calculations which you want to allow using in this system.
Flow sum - sum up all the flows. It doesnt change the duct sizes etc.
Sizing sum up the flows and also change the duct sizes according to
selected sizing criteria.
Balancing sum up the flows and try to balance the system. Balancing
does not change the duct sizes.
BOM (Bill of Materials) objects in this system are calculated to the bill of
material list
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Initial Sound
Define the sound data which fan gives to the ducts.
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Heating, cooling and special systems
General
afterwards.
UserCode identification for the system. User Code can be used for example
in dimension texts.
Name - description for the system. This is shown in the lists where you select
the systems. Can be used also in dimension texts.
Linetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers (Project
-> Heating, cooling and special systems -> Layers) is set to
By system.
Sizing Method
Select the sizing method for this system. Sizing methods can be created in
Project -> Pipes -> Heating, cooling and special systems -> Sizi
methods
Balancing
Minimum dp for radiator valves [kPa] - define the minimum value
for radiator valves
Minimum dp for zone valves [kPa] - define the minimum value for
zone valves
Warning limit of high dp [kPa] - warning limit for balancing.
object.
Balancing to minimum pressure - MagiCAD perform the balancing so,
that the pressure drop remains as small as possible.
Balancing to pump pressure - define the pressure, that you want to
use for balancing, to Pump pressure [kPa] field
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Layer variables
for example {SV1}
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Calculations
Flow sum - sum up all the flows. It doesnt change the pipe sizes etc.
Sizing sum up the flows and also change the pipe sizes according to
does not change the pipe sizes.
material list
[Top]
Liquid
Liquid select the wanted liquid type. Liquid types can be created in
Project -> Pipes -> Heating, cooling and special systems ->
Heat transfer media
Temperatures define the temperatures for supply and return water
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Water systems
General
afterwards.
UserCode identification for the system. User Code can be used for example
in dimension texts.
Name - description for the system. This is shown in the lists where you select
the systems. Can be used also in dimension texts.
Linetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers (Project
-> Water systems -> Layers) is set to By system.
Sizing Methods
Select the sizing method for the systems. Sizing methods can be created in
Project -> Pipes -> Water systems -> Sizing methods
Balancing
Minimum dp for radiator valves [kPa] - define the minimum value
for radiator valves
Minimum dp for zone valves [kPa] - define the minimum value for
zone valves
Warning limit of high dp [kPa] - warning limit for balancing.
object.
Warning limit of high/low qv - MagiCAD gives the warning if the
water flow is outside of this range in water points
[Top]
Layer variables
for example {SV1}
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Calculations
Flow sum - sum up all the flows. It doesnt change the pipe sizes etc.
Sizing sum up the flows and also change the pipe sizes according to
does not change the pipe sizes.
material list
[Top]
Temperatures
Define the temperatures of cold, hot and circulation water.
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Sprinkler systems
General
afterwards.
Range pipe color - the color of the connection pipe.
Distribution pipes start from size Give the smallest pipe
size which is considered as a distribution pipe. MagiCAD automatically
sets the pipe color according to the type of the pipe (connection pipe or
distribution pipe)
Distribution pipe - color of the distribution pipe

(Project -> Sprinklers -> Layers) is set to By system.
Welded pipes start from size pipe connections are welded
starting from this size. Connection type (welded or components) affects
to the sprinkler calculation.
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Basic settings
Area of coverage [m2] the are that one sprinkler can handle. This is
a default value for the sprinklers which are installed to this system. Area
of coverage value can be changed while installing the sprinkler and also
afterwards.
Pressure at weakest sprinkler [mbar] sprinkler launches when this
value exceeds.
[Top]
Layer variables
for example {SV1}
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Calculations
Select the calculation method. Only Hazen-Williams is in use at the
moment.
material list
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Sewer systems
General
afterwards.
Sewer color color for the system can be selected with Select
button.
(Project -> Sewers -> Layers) is set to By system.
[Top]
Layer variables
for example {SV1}
[Top]
Calculations
Flow sum sums up all the flows. It does not change pipe sizes etc.
material list
[Top]

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1.3. Selecting products to the project

Settings
Devices and components, which are needed in the drawings, need to be select
to the project. After some device/component has selected to the project, it is
immediately in use in all the drawings which are connected to the same project.
All the devices and components are located under Part list (Project ->
Ducts/Pipes/Sewers -> Parts).
Select, for example, Supply devices. All the products which are now selected
to the project are shown in the window in right side.
Right-click in the window and select the option from the popup menu.
If you edit the product, the following dialog opens:
UserCode This is an identification code for device. It is shown in device lists

and bill of material list. It can also be used in dimension texts.
Product variables Product variable value can be used in layer name
with layer variable {PV}. P1-P5 are for extra information.
National code the possible standard code can be set to this field.
Product product code of the selected device
Object ID format Devices can have an automatic device ID. It nothing is
selected, then this value can be set manually for devices. Object ID settings
can be defined in Project -> Variable sets -> object ID formats
Note! All these values values can be used in dimension texts and MagiCAD
Export list.
Select products to project

Choose the Select products to project option from the popup menu.
First, select the manufacturer whose products you want to use.

You can search products with its product code or description.
When the search function is used first time (or after updating the databases) it
takes some time because MagiCAD creates an index file. Next time the search
function is very fast.
You can choose the product databases from the Progmans internet server
(Internet databases) or from your own directory (Local databases). If you use
databases from your own computer/own server, you can define the folder from
Select product database path. You can download the latest databases from
Progman's website.
Internet databases option requires an internet connection.
Choose the rendered presentation or the wireframe presentation with
dimension.
Rendered picture can be rotated and moved with the left and the scroll button
of your mouse.
The Properties function shows more information about the selected product.

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1.4. How to define insulation series

Settings
It is possible to create new insulation series or copy them from other MagiCAD
projects. Insulation series are located in Project dialog under each system
group (Project -> Ducts/Pipes/Sewers -> Insulation Series)
Insulation series for ducts
ID makes all insulation series unique. It is not possible to change it

afterwards.
UserCode identification for the series.
Description - description for the series. This is shown in the lists where you
select the systems.
National code possible standard code can be set to this field.
Material the material code of the insulation series
Note! All these values values can be used in dimension texts and MagiCAD
Export list.
Type this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers (Project ->
Ducts -> Layers -> Insulation) is set to By object.
Color - this color value is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers (Project > Ducts -> Layers -> Insulation) is set to By object.
Line weight - this color value is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers
(Project -> Ducts -> Layers -> Insulation) is set to By object.
Define the thickness for insulation. If all the sizes have the same insulation
thickness, mark the Dmax value to 999.
Circular ducts in this example insulation thickness 50mm is used up to
125 ducts. Then from 126-200 ducts the thickness is 60mm, etc.
Rectangular ducts Rules are the same than with circular ducts. Set the
maximum width to the Bmax and maximum height to Hmax.
Insulation series for pipes
Insulation series for sewers
Manager
Insulations series can be imported from the selected project to the active
project.
Group - Select the object group what you want to import to project.
Source project - Select the project from where you want to import the
insulation series.
Active project - Move the selected insulation series to the active project
with the arrow to the right.
Remove the insulation series from the active project with the arrow to left.

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1.5. How to create duct and pipe series

Settings
When you start to draw duct/pipe networks, you need to select the duct/pipe
series. MagiCAD use the sizes in that series when the system is sized with
MagiCADs Sizing function.
It is possible to create new duct and pipe series or copy them from other
MagiCAD projects. Duct and pipe series are located in Project dialog under
each system group (Project -> Ducts/Pipes/Sewers -> Duct
series/Pipe series/Sewer series)
Duct series
Manager - Select duct series from some other MagiCAD project.
ID makes all duct series unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.

k this is the roughness factor of the duct
Flexible duct select this one if the duct are flexible.
Name name for duct series
UserCode identification for the series
Material material code for the series
selected, then this value can be set manually for devices. Object ID settings can
be defined in Project -> Variable sets -> object ID formats
Note! All these values can be used in dimension texts and MagiCAD Export list.
Define the duct sizes for this series. Add the new size with right-click and Add
button, and edit the existing size with double-click.
Sizes in rectangular ducts is in order width x height. For example 600x300.
Bend R/D defines the ratio of the bend radius and the duct diameter.
Fit-on length minimum length for ducts. It means that if the value is for
example 40 mm then 2 bends after each others need at least 2x40 mm duct
between them. And if you move the duct component as close to bend as
possible, it goes 2x40 mm distance from the bend.
Extra length - this length is needed to get the female connection product
between 2 fittings (for example Lindab MF).
Right-click on the window to add more products in the product list. More
information about this can be found in the documentation of the production
model.
Pipe series
Manager - Select pipe series from some other MagiCAD project.
ID makes all pipe series unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.

k this is the roughness factor of the pipe. There are separate values for
heating and water pipes.
Hazen-Williams factor this value is needed in sprinkler calculations.
Name name for the pipe series
Define the pipe sizes for this series. Add the new size with right-click and Add
Size pipe size

d-in inner diameter of the pipe
d-out outer diameter of the pipe
Valve size choose which size of valve is installed to this pipe size
Bend R/D defines the ratio of the bend radius and the pipe diameter.
Fit-on length minimum length for pipes. It means that if the value is for
example 5 mm then 2 bends after each others need at least 2x5 mm pipe
between them. And if you move the pipe component as close to bend as
User field 1 of series extra information for the pipe series. This
information is shown in the pipes installation dialog.
Note: When sizing, MagiCAD goes through this list and selects the first size
which matches the sizing criteria.
Sewer series
Manager - Select sewer series from some other MagiCAD project.
ID makes sewer pipe series unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.

Name name for the sewer series
Define the sewer sizes for this series. Add the new size with right-click and Add
Size pipe size

d-in inner diameter of the pipe
d-out outer diameter of the pipe
Valve size choose which size of valve is installed to this pipe size
Bend R/D defines the ratio of the bend radius and the pipe diameter.
Fit-on length minimum length for pipes. It means that if the value is for
example 5 mm then 2 bends after each others need at least 2x5 mm pipe
between them. And if you move the pipe component as close to bend as
User field 1 of series extra information for the pipe series. This
information is shown in the sewer pipes installation dialog.
Manager
Duct and pipe series can be imported from the selected project to the active
project.
Group - Select the object group what you want to import to project.
Source project - Select the project from where you want to import the
duct/pipe series.
Active project - Move the selected duct/pipe series to the active project
with the arrow to the right.
Remove the duct/pipe series from the active project with the arrow to left.

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1.6. Flange series

Settings
It is possible to create new flange series in Project dialog (Project ->
Ducts -> Flange Series)
Right-click the mouse and select Insert from the pop-up menu to create a
flange series.
ID makes all flange series unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.

select the systems.
Define the width and height for flanges. If all the sizes have the same flange
size, mark the max values to 9999.
Circular ducts in this example circular ducts does not have flanges
Rectangular ducts Set the maximum width to the Bmax and maximum
height to Hmax and define the width and height of flanges to each size rule.
How to use flange series

Flange series can be selected as a default series for the duct series and it can
Flange series can be selected as a default series for the duct series and it can
be selected or changed in duct drawing options.
Default value for duct series
Select the default Flange series.

Only selected flange type allowed if this is active, it is not possible
to change the flange series in duct drawing options and the selected flange
series is always used.
Selecting the flange series in duct drawing options
Select the flange series for ducts. If the Default is active, the flanges always
get the size 20x20
Note! Flanges are shown only in real product ducts, for example, Lindab ducts.

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1.7. Sizing methods

Settings
You can select the wanted sizing method for each ventilation-, heating/cooling
and water system. It is also possible to create new sizing methods.
When you start to create -or edit sizing methods, you need to select the sizing
method. Sizing methods are located in Project dialog under each system group
(Project -> Ducts/Pipes -> Sizing methods).
Sizing methods for ventilation
ID makes all sizing methods unique. It is not possible to change it

afterwards.
Description - description for the sizing method.

Define the sizing methods. Add the new criteria with Ins button and edit the
existing criteria with double-click.
Dekv-max defines the maximum diameter that v-max and dp-max are used
with
v-max [m/s] maximum velocity. When the velocity is reached, MagiCAD
takes the next size.
dp-max [Pa/m] maximum friction loss. When the pressure is reached,
MagiCAD takes the next size.
In this example the ducts are sized according to velocity thats why the dpmax is set so high that it is never exceeded.
With this sizing method the sizing goes through all the duct sizes and change
the size if the velocity exceeds the 4 m/s. This is used until 160 duct size is
reached. After that MagiCAD allows 5 m/s to the duct size 315. And so on.
Note! The values have to be in right order in the list. It is also allowed to use
both velocity and friction loss in same method.
Sizing methods for heating, cooling and special

systems

afterwards.
with
In this example the pipes are sized according to friction loss thats why the vmax is set so high that it is never exceeded.
With this sizing method the sizing goes through all the pipe sizes and changes
the size if the friction loss exceeds the 50 Pa/m. This is used for all sizes.
both velocity and friction loss in same method.
Sizing methods for water systems

afterwards.
with
In this example the pipes are sized according to velocity thats why the dpmax is set so high that it is never exceeded.
With this sizing method the sizing goes through all the pipe sizes and changes
the size if the velocity exceeds the 2 m/s. This is used for all pipe sizes.
both velocity and friction loss in same method. You can select different
methods separately for cold, hot and circulation water pipes.

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1.8. Heat transfer media

Liquid type is needed for the calculations of heating and cooling systems.
It is possible to create new liquid types. Select the Heat transfer media from
the Project dialog (Project -> Heating, cooling and special
systems -> Heat transfer media).
ID makes all liquids unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.

Description - description for the liquid
Density [kg/m3] density of the liquid
Heat capacity [J/kgK] heat capacity of the liquid
Viscosity [m2/sE-7] viscosity of the liquid
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1.9. Absorption material (inner insulation)

It is possible to define an absorption material series in project management.
Absorption material is the insulation which is inside of the duct.
Settings
It is possible to create new absorption material in the Project dialog (Project
-> Ducts -> Absorption material series)
ID makes all insulation series unique. It is not possible to change it

afterwards.
UserCode identification for the series.
select the systems.
Thickness Define the thickness for insulation.
Installation
Absorption material is added to ducts by using the Change Properties
functions.
Calculation with absorption material

Pressure drop and sound calculation take absorption material into
consideration.
Calculations which calculate the velocity (e.g. flow summation) take the
absorption material into consideration
Duct sizing checks the velocity and roughness caused by the absorption
material
Pressure drop calculation takes the absorption material into consideration
Pressure drop calculation of outlets calculates the branches by using the
speed according to the inner diameter with an absorption material. The
frictional resistance between the outlets also takes the absorption material
into account.
Sound calculation takes the smaller surface area and higher speed into
account (ducts and fittings).
The attenuation of ducts is calculated according to SMACNA definitions.
The attenuation of ducts is calculated according to SMACNA definitions. Note!
SMACNA does not have the reasonable values for circular bends and
rectangular bends with rounded shape, so in these cases the attenuation is
always calculated without absorption material.
The attenuation calculation of distribution box has been changed according to
SMACNA definitions. However, SMACNA definitions cover only a chamber
with one inlet and one outlet at the opposite side. Therefore MagiCAD uses
its own formula for calculating the sound attenuation of separated ducts.In
addition, SMACNA does not include a formula for the low octave bands of a
chamber without attenuation (the basic formula has a boundary frequency,
under which the formula is not valid), so in this case the low octave bands will
only have the distribution attenuation.

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1.10. Update Drawing Data

With this function ( ) you can update the information from project to drawing.
This is needed if information is changed in the Project dialog.
Almost every type of information can be changed and they can be updated to
drawings - for example, symbols, product information, layer names, colors etc.

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1.11. Merge
General
With the Merge Project button you can merge data from another project to the
current project.
More information: 1.11. Merge

Group selection
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Group selection
Source project
Select the project from where you want to pick the objects.
Groups
Select the groups which object you want to merge
Compare data
After the grous have been selected, select the Compare data button.
MagiCAD check all the objects which will be imported. If there are objects with
similar data, MagiCAD ask what to do.
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More information: Group selection

Compare data and merge

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Compare data and merge
Merge list
All the objects which can be imported to active project are shown in a list. Objects
which are not in an active project yet will automatically have an operation Create
new.
If there are objects which have some similar data with existing product will have
operation - which means thet the user must select an action. Select the object (or
many object with ctrl / shift buttons) and take a right click. PopUp -menu opens.
PopUp -menu
There are three options in popup -menu.
Show differences - MagiCAD shows the data which is different than i

existing product. With this information it is easier to choose if t
object can be imported or not

Do not merge - select this option if you dont want to merge the
object
Overwrite existing - this option remove an existing object and take
all the data from the new object.
Ok - Merge
After all the settings have been done, merge the objects to active project with
this button.
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2. Ventilation
More information: 2. Ventilation

2.1. Drawing the ducts
2.2. Installing air devices
2.3. Installing duct components
2.4. Installing flow arrows
2.5. Distribution box
2.6. Production model
2.7. AHU
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2.1. Drawing the ducts

General
Start to draw duct with Duct button . If the command is used first time in
this MagiCAD session the Design options dialog is opened automatically.
Later it can be opened by taking the Options from the PopUp menu (right
click).
Drawing options
MagiCAD have 2 different "list" for drawing options. The other one is available
before any part of duct have been drawn -> start the duct drawing and take a
right click when PopUp menu opens.
More options will be available after drawing a piece of duct.
Editing
It is possible to edit all the values afterwards. For example Duct serie -and
size, insulation serie, status, lock status and branch types can be
added/changed afterwards with Change Properties function.
More information: 2.1. Drawing the ducts

Design Options
Drawing the duct

Tips and Tricks
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Design Options
Duct options
Series select the wanted duct serie
Size select the duct size. If the system will be sized with MagiCAD, then it
doesnt matter which size is used. It is however recommended to use as right sizes
as possible because then it is easier to pre-make crossings and predict the space
requirements.
Locked it is also possible to lock the duct sizes. If the size is locked then
MagiCADs sizing does not change the duct size.
Swapped this option change the rectangular ducts width and height to opposite.
For example 300x100 swapped 100x300.
Insulation
Select the insulation serie if needed (defined in Project -dialog).
Flange series
Select the flanges if needed (defined in Project -dialog). Flanges are shown
with rectangular ducts.
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Status
It is also possible to select the status for the ducts. Status can be for example
new, to be removed, existing etc.
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Routing
Select the routing method:
Smart MagiCAD always use standard parts (for example bends)
Direct it is possible to draw with non-standard parts
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Height difference in branch

Select the bend for the main duct branch connections. This bend is used
only when the drawing direction is toward the main duct and if the ducts are in
different height levels.
Example: 30 deg is active and the duct is drawn from air device to main duct.
Air device is in lower height level than main duct. When the branch duct is
connected to main duct, 30 degree angle is used.
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Alignment option
It is possible to draw the ducts with different alignments. If the duct is drawn
by using the alignment points, width-, height -or both values are locked:
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Bend -and reduction types

Select the bend -and reduction type for circular and rectangular ducts.
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Branch type
Select the branch types for duct-duct connections.
Use outlets that break the duct as T-branches - if this is
active, outlet breaks the duct and in this case sizing is able to
change the size of the main duct as well.
Note: This option can be changed with Change Properties!
Allow different connection sizes - With this option MagiCAD does
not create a reduction to T-branches, if the duct size is
changed. Instead of reduction, MagiCAD change the size of Tbranch connections.
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Automatically select products (while drawing)

If Automatically select products (while drawing) is selected, MagiCAD
automatically select real products if possible (real product has to be selected to
duct series). If the box is unselected, MagiCAD uses generic products.
If Show warning if product not found is selected, MagiCAD gives a warning
message (in command line) if suitable product is not found.
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Automatical flexible duct selection

Select the settings for automatic flexible duct connection.
If this setting is active, MagiCAD will convert the connection duct automatically
to flexible duct according to the settings.
Note! Connection duct can be changed afterwards with Change Properties.
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Drawing the duct

After the settings are ok, start to draw the duct. You can connect to the
existing duct or air device and then continue to draw duct. Alternatively you can
start to draw duct from the empty place.
In this situation click the place where you want to draw the duct. Dialog opens.
After the suitable system and height level are selected, start to draw duct.
More information: Drawing the duct

System and Height level selection
Drawing
Drawing options
Height level change (Z)
Scramble connection
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System and Height level selection
System
Select the system for the ducts
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Coordinate system
It is possible to select if the height levels are shown as an absolute height
levels or from the floor.
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Height level
Select the height level where you want to draw ducts. It is possible to give the
height level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct. MagiCAD then
calculates the other values according to duct size.
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Tolerance
Tolerance value is always automatically added to top/bottom height level
value when using Top/Bottom of buttons.
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Show reference part

It is possible to copy the height level from the existing MagiCAD/AutoCAD
object.
Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the top of the
selected object. This value is put to the Bottom level field.
Then object goes over the selected object
Center of MagiCAD takes the height level from the center of the
selected object. This value is put to the Center field. In this
case the duct goes to the same height level with the selected
object
Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the bottom of the
selected object. This value is put to the Bottom level field.
Then object goes under the selected object
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From Part
Copy the information from the selected object. Duct serie, size, system and the
height level wll be copied
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Drawing
Draw
Draw the duct from point to point. Bends and T-branches are created
automatically when drawing.
If you want to get the duct shorter, just draw it backward. Or if you want to go
back over the bend/branch take a right click and select Back option from the
PopUp menu.
Finish the drawing with enter or esc button. Or if you connect the duct to the
air device or to other duct, the command ended.
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Right click PopUp -manu

When the duct is drawn, all the drawing options are shown in AutoCADs
command line. They can also be used from the PopUp menu which appears
with right click.
Read more
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Drawing options
noConnect / Connect if found

if noConnect is active, the duct cant be connected to any object. This option is
needed for example in the situations where are many ducts very close each
others.
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Angle
Select this option and choose an angle to the duct. AutoCAD Polar tracking is
quite handy as well
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Z
height difference changes are made by using this option. Read more.
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Options
Options dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed
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Back
Duct goes back to the previous bend/branch
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Plug
MagiCAD add the plug to the end of the duct
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connnection Node
This function adds the connection node to the end of the duct. It means that is
is possible to continue to draw the duct from the other storey (other dwg). All
the technical data is transferred.
More information in other chapter.
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Standard conenction
Connect 2 open ends together with this function. With this function, you have
possibility to see the results with the standard angles or you can also create
the special connection with non-standard angles.
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forK
Add the installation plate to the end of the duct and continue drawing with
many ducts from that plate.
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smarT / direcT
Switch between smart and direct routing. This is the same option than in
Options dialog.
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Device
Add the air device to the end of the duct
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coMponent
Add the component to the duct
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cLeaning cover
Add the cleaning cover to the edge -or end of the duct.
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scRamble connection
Connect the duct to fitting (without reduction) by using the scramble
connection function.
Note! It is also possible to start to draw duct from the fitting. Read more.
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Height level change (Z)
Coordinate system
It is possible to select if the height levels are shown as an absolute height levels
or height level from the floor.
This selection can be done in all dialog's where you can set the height level.
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Height level
Select the height level where you want to take the duct. It is possible to give th
height level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct.
MagiCAD then calculates the other values according to the duct size.
MaiCAD also has a tolerance value, which is automatically added to top/bottom
height level value when using Top/Bottom of buttons.
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Top-, center -and bottom of

object.
Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the top of the selected object.
This value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes over the selected
object
Center of MagiCAD takes the height level from the center of the selected
object. This value is put to the Center field. In this case the duct goes to the
same height level with the selected object
Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the bottom of the selected
object. This value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes under the
selected object
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Angle
Select the angle for the height difference.
If the angle is some other than 90, MagiCAD asks to show the direction for
the height difference
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Free -angle
Show the end point and MagiCAD then choose the angle which takes the duct
to the wanted height level.
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Scramble connection
General
It is possible to connect the duct to fitting (without reduction) by using the
scramble connection function. It is also possible to start to draw duct from the
fitting (select the scRamble option immediately after starting the duct drawing
function)..
Scramble options
There are also axtra options when the option scRamble connection is active.
More information: Scramble connection

Options
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Options
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cancel scRamble
This option cancel the scramble conenction and goes back to "normal" duct
drawing mode.
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Plain
Add the plain scramble duct connection to fitting. It means that the connection
will not have any outlet or reduction, it just connects the duct to the fitting.
See the example drawing under outLet description.
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outLet
Conenct the duct to fitting with outlet connection.
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reDuction
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1 -sided rEduction
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Options
Select the options for outlet -and reduction scramble connections.
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Tips and Tricks

Starting to draw duct
When you continue to draw the duct, you can do it in two ways: you can select
the command and connect to the duct (or device) or you can first select the
duct or device and then start the drawing from the + grip.
With command
Start the command and connect to the duct or device and draw
from + grip
Select the duct or device and click the + mark and draw.
If you select the + grip from the middle of the duct, MagiCAD starts the duct
command and then it is possible to connect where ever you want.
Note! If the command does not start from the + grip, turn off AutoCADs
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2.2. Installing air devices

Selecting the air device
All the devices in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the air device from
the list.
Size - select the suitable size.
Qv give the needed air flow in l/s or m3/h.
Collar length define the lenth for the collar below air device box. If the
value is out of range, the field goes red.
All these values can be changed afterwards.
Select the placement and orientation for the device. If the device is meant to be
used only in some specific direction, the values cannot be changed.
Air device properties, selecting new devices
Right-click on a product. The popup menu opens.

Properties - Check the properties of the selected device.
Select products to project - select new products to the project.
Installing the air device

After the right device is selected and the settings are ok, install the air device.
It can be installed to the end of the duct, empty place or also to the edge of the
duct.
Options and installing air device to the duct
When the device is connected to the duct, it has to be rotated to the right
direction. In this case the message is shown in AutoCADs command line.
If the air device is connected to the duct, it inherits the system from the duct.
Connect if this is selected, the air device can be connected to the duct.
Direction if the device is installed to the empty place, it is good to rotate it
to the correct direction before installation. It can of course be rotated
afterwards with AutoCADs rotate function.
Grille direction in some devices, it is possible to rotate the diffuser
separately
Left: Normal grille direction. Right: Grille direction 45
Options the Options dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed
Installing air device to the empty place
If the air device is installed to the empty place, the device selection dialog
opens.
Select the system for the device

It is possible to select the status for the air device. Status can be, for example,
new, to be removed, existing, etc. It can also be defined/changed afterwards.
It is also possible to copy the height level from the existing MagiCAD/AutoCAD
object.
Align tops MagiCAD copies the height level (top level) from the selected
object
Align connections MagiCAD takes the connection height level from the
selected object.
Align inst.levels MagiCAD takes the height level from the selected
objects inst. level. Or if the height level is taken for example from the duct, then
the connection height level is used.
Align bottoms MagiCAD copies the height level (bottom level) from the
selected object.
Select the height level where you want to install the air device.
It is possible to give the height level to the top and bottom level of the device
(bottom level is the bottom of the diffuser).
It is also possible to give the height level of the installation point and the height
level of the device (=bottom height level the height of the diffuser).

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2.3. Installing duct components

It is possible to install different kind of components to the ducts. Start the
installation from some of the following buttons.
More information: 2.3. Installing duct components

Fire damper
Flow damper
Silencer
Other component
Cleaning cover
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Fire damper
Selecting the fire damper
All the fire dampers in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the fire
damper from the list.
Some components can be installed to the empty place (not connected to the
duct). Size field is active in those components.
When you right-click the mouse on the product, the popup menu opens.
Properties - Check the information of the selected fire damper
Select products to project - Select new fire dampers to the project.
Installing the fire damper
When the duct component is installed, it is not needed/possible to select the

size. MagiCAD automatically takes the same connection size than the duct size
is.
Select the component and then show the place from the duct where you want
to install it.

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Flow damper
Selecting the flow damper
All the flow dampers in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the flow
damper from the list.
Properties - Check the information of the selected flow damper
Select products to project - Select new flow dampers to the project.
Installing the flow damper

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Silencer
Selecting the silencer
All the silencers in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the silencer from
the list.
Properties - Check the information of the selected silencer
Select products to project - Select new silencers to the project.
Installing the silencer

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Other component
Selecting the other component
All the other components in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the
other component from the list.
Properties - Check the information of the selected component
Select products to project - Select new components to the project.
Installing the other component

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Cleaning cover
Selecting the cleaning cover
All the cleaning covers in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the
cleaning cover from the list.
It is also possible to use General cleaning cover. Then it is not a real
component it is just a symbol which can be installed straight ducts, bends and
plugs. General cleaning covers are included to bill of materials, but they are not
separated according to duct sizes.
Select products to project - Select new cleaning covers to the
project.
Installing the cleaning cover

When the cleaning cover is installed, it is not needed/possible to select the size.
MagiCAD automatically takes the same connection size than the duct size is.
Select the cleaning cover and then show the place from the duct where you
want to install it.
If the cleaning cover is installed to the edge of the duct, the direction needs to
be shown.
Tip! Turn ortho off and you can rotate the cleaning cover around the duct.
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2.4. Installing flow arrows

It is possible to add the flow arrows for air devices or to the empty place.
MagiCAD automatically recognizes the system type of ait device and it can
take the correct arrow for that.
Start the flow arrow installation with Flow Arrow button ( ). Extra options can
be selected from the popup menu (right-click).
noConnect The arrow is installed to the empty place with this option
1-4 Select the number of arrows
Direction Rotate the flow arrows to the desired direction
Options Define the options for the flow arrows
Flow arrow options

Select Options from the popup menu. The Arrow Options dialog opens.
Each system type has its own arrow options. Select the one you want to edit.
Choose the length for the arrow "stick". If the Short and Long options are not
suitable, you can specify the length in the User Defined field.
Choose the head type for the arrow and the figure for the arrow "stick". You
can see the preview according to your selections.
Installing the flow arrow

Once the settings are defined you can install the arrow. Install the arrow by
clicking the air device.

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2.5. Distribution box

It is possible to create a distribution box where can be 50 duct connections. 49
ducts is able to come in to the box and 1 has to go forward towards the open
end (air handling unit). This can be used in many purposes.
Defining the distribution box

Start the function from Distribution Box button (
).
Give the dimensions for the distribution box.
Installing the distribution box

Distribution box can be installed to the empty place or it can be connected to
the duct. After the sizes are defined, install the distribution box. Extra options
can be selected from the popup menu (right-click).
Connect connect the distribution box to the duct

Direction rotate the distribution box to the right position before installation
to the empty place
Installation to empty place

Rotate the distribution box to the right position. Then show the installation
place. The New Part dialog opens.
Select the system for the box.

It is possible to select the status for the box. Status can be, for example new,
to be removed, existing etc. It can be defined / changed afterwards.
Select the height level where you want to install the box. It is possible to give
the height level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct. MagiCAD then
calculates the other values according to distribution box size
object.
This value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes over the selected
object.
Center of MagiCAD takes the height level from the center of the selected
object. This value is put to the Center field. In this case the duct goes to the
same height level with the selected object.
Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the bottom of the selected
object. This value is put to the Bottom level field. The object goes under the
selected object.
With the From Part button you can copy the information from the selected
object. Size, system and the height level will be copied.
Installation to the duct

Select Connect from the popup menu. Then select the point from the duct,
where the box is installed.
Unnecessary part from the duct can be erased. Different kind of ducts can be
continued from the distribution box.
Editing the distribution box

It is possible to change the dimensions of distribution box afterwards. It can be
done in two ways with Part Properties function or from grip points. If there
are duct connections in distribution box, the ducts will be stretched (connection
remains).
1) Start edting with Part Properties function (
distribution box.
) or by double-clicking the
2) Select the distribution box and then grab from the grip point (
new size by stretching the box.
Height can be changed in 3D view.
Examples of using the distribution box
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2.6. Production model

In MagiCAD 2009.11 and earlier MagiCAD always used generic products. Now
the user can select whether MagiCAD uses real products instead of generic
ones.
Real products have the exact dimensions from the manufacturer.
More information: 2.6. Production model

Selecting real products to the project
Selecting products to duct series
Using the new products
Network analyzer
Editing the fittings
Rectangular ducts and flanges
Female connection
Install Any Product
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Selecting real products to the project

MagiCAD Project Management now includes a new selection for real product
fittings (Project Management -> Ducts -> Parts -> Fittings).
Different parts (bends, t-branch etc.) can be selected to project just like any
other component. Products that are already selected to the project appear in
the window in right side. Right-click the mouse in the window and select the
desired option from the popup menu.
Properties... Shows the information of the product

Edit Editing the product information
Delete Delete the selected product from the project
Select products to project - Select new fittings from manufacturer`s
databases
Select non-geometry products to project Select generic
products, whose dimensions do not come from manufacturer. These parts
were used in older MagiCAD versions.
When you select the Edit option, the following dialog opens:
Usercode - Identification code for product. It is shown in product lists and bill
of material list. It can also be used in dimension texts.
Product variables - value can be used in layer name with layer variable
{PV}. P1-P5 are for extra information.
Product Product code of the selected product.
Object ID format - Devices can have an automatic device ID. It nothing is
selected, then this value can be set manually for devices. Object ID settings
can be defined in Project -> Variable sets -> object ID
formats.

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Selecting products to duct series

Now when the wanted products have been selected for the project, they need
to be added to duct series before use. They can be added to selected duct
series or maybe better way is to do own duct series for the real parts.
NOTE! MagiCAD templates include Lindab Safe series which includes new
products.
If Show all part types option is selected, Available products list shows all
products that are selected from the project. Uncheck the box and it is possible
products that are selected from the project. Uncheck the box and it is possible
to select specific product type to available products list (duct, bend, t-branch
etc.)
Available products list show the selected products as selected from the filter.
Select the products which will be included to duct series from the list and click
the right arrow button to add them to the Selected products list (or double-click
the part). To remove already selected products from the Selected products list,
click the left arrow button.
Selected products list shows products that are already selected to duct series.
With Up and Down buttons the order can be changed. MagiCAD always uses
the first available product.
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Using the new products

Products are ready to use after they have been selected to duct series. New
products can be selected with two different ways, automatically while drawing
or afterwards with Change generic objects to products function.
Selecting a product while drawing

To select product while drawing can be selected from the Design Options
dialog. Design Options starts with Duct function ( ).
Select the duct series which includes the new products..

The way to get MagiCAD uses the real product is this new product selection.
Select Automatically select products (while drawing) if you want to use real
products. If it is not selected, MagiCAD uses generic object (as previous
versions).
If Show warning if product not found is selected, MAgiCAD gives a warning
message if suitable product cannot be found.
Draw ducts like before, and MagiCAD uses the real products (if suitable
products are found).
Selecting products afterwards

Products can be selected to ductwork also afterwards with Change generic
objects to products function ( ) which opens the Product Selection
dialog.
Select the System Group. Real products can be selected only for ductworks.
Select whether change the products to specific branch or the whole System
from the Range field.
System(s) which product will be changed can be selected from the System list.
Changing real products back to generic

If real products need to be change back to generic products, Change
products to generic objects function ( ) should be used. It works exactly
the same way as Change generic objects to products function.

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Network analyzer
With this function it is possible to examine the duct networks. List shows e.g. if
parts are not products or does the product have an integrated reductions etc.
Just click the function and Show Messages dialog appears.
System Select the specific system or all systems at the same time.
Storey Select the specific or all storeys.
Part type It is possible to select specific part type or all parts.
Select Mark Selected Error and Zoom to find some specific error.
Select Mark All Errors and all errors are marked from the picture.
The list shows either all notifications or the notifications the user have selected
using filters.

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Editing the fittings

It is possible to edit the rectangular fittings afterwards. Select the fitting with
Part Properties or by double-clicking it.
Select the Size... -function from the dialog.
Values can be edited by double clicking them. Values with "= "mark are
constant and they cannot be edited.
constant and they cannot be edited.

Reset changes - this button restore the default values
Automatic - MagiCAD defines the product code automatically
Manual - user defined product code
Sizes - if the product has different size options, the size can be selected from
here.
Lock all dimensions - If this is active, MagiCAD sizing does not change
any sizes
Preview pictures can be zoomed in/out with the scroll button of mouse. And it
can be moved by pushing the scroll button down.
Define the settings for the big preview picture.
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Rectangular ducts and flanges

MagiCAD automatically creates the flanges between duct and fittings when
using real rectangular products. Flanges have a fixed size (thickness 20mm and
height 20mm).
Flanges can be turned on/off from Viewport Preferences.
Note! MagiCAD is able to show the flanges in shaded views only if the setting
is saved to project/drawing defaults (Viewport Preferences --> Save
as project/drawing defaults).
New layer settings are specified for the flanges (Connection Accessories).

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Female connection
MagiCAD can create a female connection between two fittings. Suitable
product for this is for example MF (from Lindab). MF is added between two
fittings if 2xFit-on length + Extra duct length is exactly the same than the length
of the product.
For example the MF has lenght 95mm for the duct sizes 63-200. In this case
the Fit-on length need to be 40mm and Extra duct length 15mm -->
40+40+15=95
Note: This product need to be before the duct in a priority list of duct series.

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Install Any Product

Install Any Product function ( ) can be used for installing special products.
These kind of products are Y-branches, S-bends and bends with cleaning
branch.
In the future it is possible to install any product which is selected to project,
with this function.
Select the object type, which you want to install. Add the mostly used products
to Favorites list by using the Add to Favorites button.
Right-click in the window:
Properties shows the information

Edit for editing the product information.
Delete the selected product.
Select products to project - select new products from databases
Select the duct series and size which you want to install.
Note! the sizing does not change the size of special fittings. It the size of the
duct(s) is changed, the size of the special fitting need to be changed manually
with Part Properties.
Install the fitting to the empty place, or connect it to the end of the duct or to
the bend (bend with cleaning cover branch must be installed to the bend).
S-part
Select the duct series and the connection size for the ducts.
Define the dimensions for the S-part.
Tip: if the similar s-part will be used later again, add it to Favorites list. Then
the part with given dimensions is saved to project.
Select the type of product code product code is shown for example in bill of
material list.
Automatic - MagiCAD create the product code for the part automatically.
Manual - user defined product code
Pressure drop and sound calculation in S-part and

Y-branch
S-part:
Pressure drop is calculated as there would be 2 separate bends.
Sound calculation is calculated as there would be 1 bends.
Sound attenuation is calculated as there would be 2 bends.
Y-branch:
Pressure drop for Y-branch is calculated according to Ashrae HandBook
1985.
Sound calculation works in the same way than in any other branch.
Sound attenuation only checks the distribution attenuation.
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2.7. AHU
General
MagiCAD have a support for the Air Handling Units from manufacturer. Select
the substations to project in Project dialog
(Project -> Pipes ->
Parts -> FAN).
Installing the Fan

Start the installation from Fan button
All the fans in a project are shown in a list.
Right click opens the PopUp -menu.
Properties - check the information of substation
Select products to project - select new fans to project
Select the Fan and install it to drawing.
More information: 2.7. AHU
Fan options
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Fan options
Systems
Select the systems for all duct connections. It is possible to select the system from
the object in a drawing with From part buttons.
Status
It is also possible to select the status for the ducts. Status can be for example ne
to be removed, existing etc.
Coordinate system
levels or height level from the floor.
[Top]
Height level
Select the height level where you want to install the substation. It is possible
to give the height level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct.
MagiCAD then calculates the other values according to the substation size.
object.
Align tops MagiCAD takes the height level from the object and align the
top levels to same height level.
Align Inst.levels MagiCAD takes the installation height level from the
object and align the installation levels to same height level.
Align bottoms MagiCAD takes the bottom level from the object and align
the bottom levels to same height level.
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3. Piping
More information: 3. Piping

3.1. Heating, cooling and special system pipes
3.2. Water pipes
3.3. Sewer pipes
3.4. Installing and connecting radiators
3.5. Radiator for hot water systems
3.6. Installing tap water and sewer points
3.7. Installing pipe components
3.8. Installing other sewer components
3.9. Installing other pipe device
3.10. Installing manifold
3.11. Substation
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3.1. Heating, cooling and special system pipes

Pipe options
Start to draw pipes with Pipe button(s). It is possible to draw supply pipe, return pipe
or supply and return pipes at the same time (
.)
If the command is used first time in this MagiCAD session the Pipe options dialog is
opened automatically. Later it can be opened by taking the Options from the popup
menu (right click).
Series select the pipe series

Size select the pipe size. If the system will be sized with MagiCAD, then it doesnt
matter which size is used. It is however recommended to use as right sizes as
possible because then it is easier to pre-make crossings and predict the space
requirements.
Locked it is also possible to lock the pipe sizes. If the size is locked then
MagiCADs sizing does not change the pipe size.
Insulation Select the insulation series if needed.
Select the pipe positioning from the cursor (supply) pipe.
Distance define the distance between the pipes
If you want to avoid the crossings between branched and main pipes, you can define
the automatic height difference in branch.

Available angle options are 90 and 45.
Note! if the dH in branch value is negative, pipes goes downward.
It is also possible to select the status for the pipes. Status can be for example new,
It is possible to define the radius for flexible pipes.
Do not use MagiCAD uses the R/D value which is defined in pipe series
Use if this is active, define the radius to the field. Then MagiCAD always use this
radius.
Select how the pipes are located after the height difference. Cursor (supply) pipe
stays in the height level which was given.
Smart MagiCAD always stretch the pipes so that they are nor crossing.
Top (cursor pipe below) MagiCAD always keep the cursor (supply) pipe
below the other pipe.
Bottom (cursor pipe above) MagiCAD always keep the cursor (supply) pipe
below the other pipe.
Manual MagiCAD always use the settings defined in Pipe positioning from cursor
pipe.
Note! Pipe series and size, insulation series, status, lock status and branch types
can be added/changed afterwards with Change Properties function.
Drawing the pipe(s)

After the settings are ok, start to draw the pipes. You can connect to the existing
pipes, radiator, cooling beam etc. and then continue to draw pipes. Or you can start
to draw pipes from the empty place. In this situation click the place where you want
to draw the pipes. The Heat pipe positions dialog opens.
Select the system for the pipes.

Select the height level where you want to draw pipes. It is possible to give the height
level to the bottom, center or top level of the pipe. MagiCAD then calculates the other
values according to pipe size.
object.
Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the top of the selected object. This
value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes over the selected object
Center of MagiCAD takes the height level from the center of the selected object.
This value is put to the Center field. In this case the pipe goes to the same height
level with the selected object

Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the bottom of the selected object.
This value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes under the selected object.
After the suitable system and height level are selected, start to draw pipe.
Draw the pipes from point to point. Bends and T-branches are created automatically
when drawing.
If you want to get the pipes shorter, just draw them backward. Or if you want to go
back over the bend/branch take a right click and select Back option from the popup
menu.
Finish the drawing with enter or esc button. If you connect the pipes to the radiator or
to other pipes, the command ends.
Drawing options
When the pipe is drawn, all the drawing options are shown in AutoCADs command
line.
They can also be used from the popup menu, which appears with right click.
noConnect if this is selected, then pipes cant be connected to any object. This
option is needed for example in the situations where are many pipes very close each
others.
Angle choose the angle to pipes
Z height difference changes are made by using this option.
Options Options dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed
Back pipe goes back to the previous bend/branch
Plug MagiCAD add the plug to the end of the pipe.
connection Node this function add the connection node to the end of the pipe. It
means that is is possible to continue to draw the pipe from the other storey (other
dwg). All the technical data is transferred. More information in other chapter.
Valve add valves to pipes. MagiCAD ask to install valve to supply pipe first and
after that to return pipe.
If only one pipe (supply or return) is drawn, then there are more options
Special connection you can connect two open ends together with this
function. Then you have possibility to see the results with the standard angles or you
can also create the special connection with non-standard angles.
smarT <> direcT you can switch between smart and direct routing. This is the
same option than in the Options dialog.
coMponent add the component to the pipe
Height difference changes

Height difference changes are always made with the Z option.
Select the height level where you want to take the pipe.
object.
If the angle is some other than 90, MagiCAD asks to show the direction for the
height difference
Free angle this active only with 1-pipe drawing. Show the end point (the point
where the height level is the one you have given in Heights field). MagiCAD then
chooses the angle which takes the pipe to the desired height level.
Tips and tricks

When you continue to draw the pipe, you can do it in two ways: you can select the
command and then connect to the pipe or device or you can first select the pipe or
device and then start the drawing from the + grip.

Start the command and connect to the pipe or device and draw.
If you draw 2 pipes at the same time, the easiest way to connect to other 2 pipes is
so that those both pipes fits inside of the selection circle.
If the drawing is zoomed so close that the pipes does not fit inside of selection circle,
then you need to show the supply pipe first and the return pipe after that. MagiCAD
shows the instructions in commandline.
Select the pipe, click the + mark and draw.
If you select the + grip from the middle of the pipe, MagiCAD starts the pipe
command and then it is possible to connect to any place.
If the command does not start from the + grip, turn off AutoCADs dynamic input (
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3.2. Water pipes

Pipe options
Start to draw pipes with Pipe button(s). It is possible to draw cold, hot or circulation
pipes or all of them at the same time (
).
If the command is used first time in this MagiCAD session the Pipe options dialog is
opened automatically. Later it can be opened by taking the Options from the popup
menu (right click).

Size select the pipe size. If the system will be sized with MagiCAD, then it doesnt
matter which size is used. It is however recommended to use as right sizes as
possible because then it is easier to pre-make crossings and predict the space
requirements.
Select the pipe positioning from the cursor (supply) pipe. Cold water pipe is always
cursor pipe. Or if only hot and circulation is drawn, then hot water pipe is the cursor
pipe.
Distance define the distance between the pipes
If you want to avoid the crossings between branched and main pipes, you can define
the automatic height difference in branch.
Available angle options are 90 and 45.
Note! if the dH in branch value is negative, pipes goes downward.
It is possible to define the radius for flexible pipes.
Do not use MagiCAD uses the R/D value which is defined in pipe series
Use if this is active, define the radius to the field. Then MagiCAD always use this
radius.
Select how the pipes are located after the height difference. Cursor pipe stays in the
height level which was given.
Smart MagiCAD always stretch the pipes so that they are nor crossing.
Top (cursor pipe below) MagiCAD always keep the cursor pipe below the
other pipe.
Bottom (cursor pipe above) MagiCAD always keep the cursor pipe below
the other pipe.
Manual MagiCAD always use the settings defined in Pipe positioning from cursor
pipe.
Drawing the pipe(s)

pipes, radiator, cooling beam etc. and then continue to draw pipes. Or you can start
to draw pipes from the empty place. In this situation click the place where you want
to draw the pipes. The Water pipe positions dialog opens.
Select the system for the pipes.

Select the height level where you want to draw pipes. It is possible to give the height
level to the bottom, center or top level of the pipe. MagiCAD then calculates the other
values according to pipe size.
object.
Draw the pipes from point to point. Bends and T-branches are created automatically
when drawing.
menu.
Finish the drawing with enter or esc button. If you connect the pipes to the radiator or
to other pipes, the command ends.
Drawing options
line.
others.
Valve add valves to pipes. MagiCAD ask to install valve to supply pipe first and
after that to return pipe.
If only one pipe (supply or return) is drawn, then there are more options

object.
height difference
Extra options in 1-pipe drawing

There are extra options if only cold or hot water pipe is drawn.
Hot water joint

Hot water joint is meant to use in the situations where the cold water is warmed up
(heat exchanger). Draw cold pipe and select hotwaterJoint from the popup menu.
After the hot water joint is selected, MagiCAD adds a piece of hot water pipe. Then
hot water pipe can be drawn from there.
Note! MagiCADs Substation unit is better for this purpose! This is just a fast way to
make a connection between cold and hot water pipe.
Return joint
Return joint is meant to use in the situation where the hot water turns back towards to
heat exchanger (hot water becomes the circulation water).
Define the power for the circulation water. The flow is calculated according to the
power.
After the return joint is selected and power defined, MagiCAD adds a piece of
circulation water pipe. Then circulation water pipe can be drawn from there.
Note! Some radiator or zone valve is needed in circulation water pipe, otherwise
MagiCAD cannot get the system in balance.
Tips and tricks

Start the command and connect to the pipe or device and draw.
If you draw 2 pipes at the same time, the easiest way to connect to other 2 pipes is
so that those both pipes fits inside of the selection circle.
If the drawing is zoomed so close that the pipes does not fit inside of selection circle,
then you need to show the supply pipe first and the return pipe after that. MagiCAD
shows the instructions in commandline.
command and then it is possible to connect to any place.
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Pipe options
Start to draw pipes with Sewage Pipe button(
).
If the command is used first time in this MagiCAD session the Sewage Pipe options
dialog is opened automatically. Later it can be opened by taking the Options from the
popup menu (right click).

Size select the pipe size. If drawing is started from the sewer point, MagiCAD
inherits the size from the sever point.
User field1 of series Extra information, which can be defined for the pipe
series.
Select the drawing options:
Upward <> Downward Select the direction for the pipe.
Fall [per mill] Define the fall to the pipe. If the fall is not needed, you can
give value 0.
Drawing the pipe(s)

pipes or sewer point. and then continue to draw pipes. Alternatively you can start to
draw pipes from the empty place. In this situation click the place where you want to
draw the pipes. The Sewage pipe positions dialog opens.
Select the system for the pipe.

Select the height level where you want to draw the pipe. It is possible to give the
height level to the bottom, center or top level of the pipe. MagiCAD then calculates
the other values according to pipe size.
object.
With the From Part button you can copy the information from the selected object.
Pipe series, size, system and the height level will be copied.
Draw the pipe from point to point. Bends and T-branches are created automatically
when drawing.
If Smart option is in use, MagiCAD does not use 90 bend, it uses 2x45 bends
instead.
menu.
Finish the drawing with enter or esc button. If you connect the pipe to the sewer
point, the command ends.
Drawing options
line.
others.


object.
height difference
Tips and tricks

Start the command and connect to the pipe or sewer point and draw.
command and then it is possible to connect to any place. You can also select the
sewer point and then click the + mark and draw.
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3.4. Installing and connecting radiators

More information: 3.4. Installing and connecting
radiators
Radiator options
Size selection, selecting new radiators to the project
Installing the radiator
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Radiator options
Start to select radiators with Radiator button ( ). Radiator dialog is opened
automatically. Later it can be opened by taking the Options from the popup
menu (right-click).
Select the system for the radiator

All the radiators, in this project, are shown in this window. Select the radiator.
Select the size or use the radiator selection tool.
Rotate rotates the radiator to wanted position.
P[W] give the needed power. Value can be changed afterwards.
Select Size after the power is defined, the radiator size can be selected
with this tool.
Select the radiator valve for the radiator. All the radiator valves in this project
are shown in the list.
Inlet <> outlet select the points for supply and return pipes
Mirror radiator can be mirrored. This can also be done afterwards, if the
pipes are not connected.
Connection size define the connection size for the connection pipes.
Draw valve if this is active, then the valve symbol is drawn in radiator
Filled if this is active, the radiator is shown as filled in drawing.

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Size selection, selecting new radiators to the

project
Right-click over some product. The popup menu opens.

Select products to project - select new radiators to project.
Select Size select the size according to the given power.
Min H <> Max H filter out all the sizes outside of these minimum and
maximum values.
Min L <> Max L filter out all the sizes outside of these minimum and
maximum values.
P % min <> P % max define the range, how much power is needed at
least and what is the maximum allowed power
P % 100 the given power is shown here
T room define the room temperature
Supply <> Return water temperatures are shown here. These values are
defined for the system.
Calculate if the Sizing Data values have been changed, update the
radiator list with this button.
Show all products if this is selected, all the sizes (which suits to Sizing
Data criterias) from all radiator types in this project are shown in the list.
Otherwise only the sizes from the active radiator are shown.
All the sizes that suit to Sizing Data criteria are shown in this list. Besides of
sizes, the real power is shown in the list.
Formula for the power calculation in the radiator
size selection
- value from manufacturer, measured in laboratory

- the height of the radiator
- the temperature of water in supply pipe. Defined for heating system in
MagiCAD
- the temperature of water in return pipe. Defined for heating system in
MagiCAD
- the temperature in the room, where radiator is installed. It is given in the
radiator selection dialog in MagiCAD.

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After the right radiator is selected and the settings are ok, install the radiator.
Options
If the direction or some options of the radiator need to be changed before the
installation, take a right-click to open the popup menu or use the variables from
the command line.
Direction It is recommended to rotate the radiator to correct direction before

installation. It can, however, be rotated afterwards with AutoCADs rotate
function.
Options The Options dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed.

Install the radiator by clicking the desired place. The Device Height Position
dialog opens.
Select the height level where you want to install the radiator. It is possible to give
the height level to the top and bottom level of the radiator.
Height level can be copied from some other object (Show reference part).
In the Description field you can give extra information for the radiator. This value
can be used in dimension texts or it can also be selected to MagiCAD Export list.
It is possible to select the status for the radiator. Status can be for example new,
to be removed, existing etc. It can be defined / changed afterwards.
Pipe connects to the radiator

After the radiators are installed to the drawing, pipe connections can be made.
There are different ways to make the connections.
Starting to draw pipes from the radiator
The pipes go to the height level of the connection pipes.
The pipes go to the height level of the connection pipes.
Connecting pipes to the radiator

Situation 1: Pipes are connected directly from the main pipes to the radiator
(Connect - Connect).
Start 2-pipe drawing. Connect to the pipes and then connect to the radiator.
MagiCAD makes the connection so that it first takes the pipes to the same x/y
level with radiator, then the pipes goes downward and makes the connections so
that the pipes are in the same height level with the pipe connection points.
Situation 2: Pipes are drawn a little bit from the main pipes and after that
connected to the radiator.
Start 2-pipe drawing. Connect to the main pipes and then draw a piece of pipes.
Supply pipe has to be in right side in this case then there will not be any
crossings near by radiator. Connect to the radiator after this.
MagiCAD makes the connection so that it first takes the pipes to the same x/y
level with radiator, then the pipes goes downward close to floor. Then MagiCAD
makes the connections so that the pipes go near radiator and connect the pipes.
Tip (also applies to situation 3): If there are many radiators in the same line and
the pipes should go below the radiators, it is profitable to connect the pipe to the
last radiator and then connect the other radiators.
Start 2-pipe drawing. Connect to the main pipes and then draw a piece of pipes.
Connect to the last radiator after this.
Pipes go below radiators and then makes the connection to the last radiator.
Connect the other radiators after this.
Start 2-pipe drawing. Connect to the radiator and then connect to the pipes which
go below radiator. MagiCAD makes the connection.
Situation 3: Connection from the riser pipes so that the pipe goes below the
radiators.
Connect to the riser pipes. MagiCAD asks the connection height level.
In this example the bottom level of the radiators is 120 mm. Thus, a good value
for the upper pipe is e.g. 100 mm.
After connection, select pipe options.
Place the return pipe below the supply pipe. Set the pipe distance so that the pipe
does not go under the floor.
Draw a piece of pipes.
Then connect the pipe to the radiator. If there are many radiators in the same line,
connect to the last radiator.
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3.5. Radiator for hot water systems

More information: 3.5. Radiator for hot water systems
Radiator options
Size selection, selecting new radiators to the project
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Radiator options
Start to select radiators with Radiator for Hot Water System button ( ).
Radiator dialog is opened automatically. Later it can be opened by taking the
Options from the popup menu (right-click).
Select the system for the radiator

All the radiators, in this project, are shown in this window. Select the radiator.
Select the size or use the radiator selection tool.
Rotate rotates the radiator to wanted position.
P[W] give the needed power. Value can be changed afterwards.
Select Size after the power is defined, the radiator size can be selected
with this tool.
Select the radiator valve for the radiator. All the radiator valves in this project
are shown in the list.
Inlet <> outlet select the points for supply and return pipes
Mirror radiator can be mirrored. This can also be done afterwards, if the
pipes are not connected.
Connection size define the connection size for the connection pipes.
Draw valve if this is active, then the valve symbol is drawn in radiator
Filled if this is active, the radiator is shown as filled in drawing.

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Size selection, selecting new radiators to the

project
Right-click over some product. The popup menu opens.

Select products to project - select new radiators to project.
Select Size select the size according to the given power. Note that in this
example the radiators are for heating system.
Min H <> Max H filter out all the sizes outside of these minimum and
maximum values.
Min L <> Max L filter out all the sizes outside of these minimum and
maximum values.
P % min <> P % max define the range, how much power is needed at
least and what is the maximum allowed power
P % 100 the given power is shown here
T room define the room temperature
Supply <> Return water temperatures are shown here. These values are
defined for the system.
Calculate if the Sizing Data values have been changed, update the
radiator list with this button.
Show all products if this is selected, all the sizes (which suits to Sizing
Data criterias) from all radiator types in this project are shown in the list.
Otherwise only the sizes from the active radiator are shown.
All the sizes that suit to Sizing Data criteria are shown in this list. Besides of
sizes, the real power is shown in the list.
Formula for the power calculation in the radiator

size selection

- the height of the radiator
- the temperature of water in supply pipe. Defined for heating system in
MagiCAD
- the temperature of water in return pipe. Defined for heating system in
MagiCAD
- the temperature in the room, where radiator is installed. It is given in the
radiator selection dialog in MagiCAD.

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After the right radiator is selected and the settings are ok, install the radiator.
Options
If the direction or some options of the radiator need to be changed before the
installation, take a right-click to open the popup menu or use the variables from
the command line.
Direction It is recommended to rotate the radiator to correct direction

before installation. It can, however, be rotated afterwards with AutoCADs
rotate function.
Options The Options dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed.

Install the radiator by clicking the desired place. The Device Height Position
dialog opens.
Select the height level where you want to install the radiator. It is possible to
give the height level to the top and bottom level of the radiator.
Height level can be copied from some other object (Show reference part).
In the Description field you can give extra information for the radiator. This
value can be used in dimension texts or it can also be selected to MagiCAD
Export list.
It is possible to select the status for the radiator. Status can be for example
new, to be removed, existing etc. It can be defined / changed afterwards.
Pipe connections to the radiator

After the radiators are installed to the drawing, pipe connections can be made.
There are different ways to make the connections. Here is one connection
type, more situations in heating radiator chapter.
Start to draw 1 or 2 pipes (hot or circulation water pipe or both of them).
Select the pipe material and select the radiator and start to draw.
In this example the pipes have been drawn upward from the radiator (with z
option).

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3.6. Installing tap water and sewer points

It is possible to install water points and sewer points separately or at the same
time. Start the installation from Tap Water and Sewer Point button ( ).
Selecting the devices
Select the device type(s) which you want to install. Even though both device
types are installed at the same time, they still are separate objects, so they
can be moved etc. separately.
All the water and sewer points, in this project, are shown in these windows.
Select the water and/or sewer point.
Right-click over some product, and the popup menu opens.
Select products to project select a new water point or sewer point
to the project.
dx [mm] distance between cold and hot water connection points

dy [mm] distance between water point and sewer point. This is active only if
they are installed at the same time.
Select the system for the objects.
H [mm] define the installation height level
qv [l/s] define the flow for the sewer point
It is possible to select the status for the device. Status can be for example
Installing the water and sewer points

If the direction of the water and sewer point need to be changed before the
installation, right-click the mouse to open the popup menu or use the variable
from the command line.
Options The Options dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed
Direction It is recommended to rotate the device to correct direction
rotate function.
When the direction is ok, install the water and sewer point by showing the
desired place.

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3.7. Installing pipe components

It is possible to install different kind of components to the pipes. Start the
installation from some of the following buttons. Installation works same way in all
pipe components.
Installing valves
Selecting the valve
Select the product group.

All the valves in this project are shown in this window. Select the valve.
Right-click over some product to open the popup menu.
Properties Check the information from the selected valve.
Select products to project select new valve to project.

Select the symbol for the valve.
User Symbol if MagiCAD does not have the desired symbol, own symbol can
be drawn with this function
Reset symbol remove User Symbol from the list.
Installing the valve

When installing the valve, it is not needed/possible to select the size. MagiCAD
automatically takes the size which is defined for the pipe (Project -> Pipes > Pipe series).
Select the component and then show the place from the pipe where you want to
install it.
Show the place for the valve. Then show the direction for it.
Installing Other pipe component

Selecting the component
All the other components in this project are shown in this window. Select the
component.
Select products to project select new component to project.
Select the symbol for the component.

User Symbol if MagiCAD does not have the desired symbol, own symbol can
be drawn with this function
Reset symbol remove User Symbol from the list.
Installing the component

When installing the pipe component, it is not needed/possible to select the size.
MagiCAD automatically takes the size which is defined for the pipe (Project ->
Pipes -> Pipe series).
Select the component and then show the place from the pipe where you want to
install it.
Show the place for the component. Then show the direction for it.
Some usage of other pipe components
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3.8. Installing other sewer components

It is possible to install components to sewer pipe for example cleaning
covers. Start the installation from Other Sewer Components button ( ).
Selecting the component

All the devices, in this project, are shown in this window. Select the device.
Right-click over some product to open the pop-up menu.

Select products to project select new valve to project.
Installing the component

Select the component and show the place from the pipe where you want to
install it. Then show the direction for component. MagiCAD selects the size
according to pipe size.

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3.9. Installing other pipe device

It is possible to install different kind of piping device, for example, air curtains
and fan coils. Start the installation with the Other Pipe Device button ( ).
Selecting the device
All the devices in this project are shown in this window. Select the valve.
Select products to project select new component to project.
Installing the device

If the direction of the device need to be changed before the installation, right-click to open the popup menu
or use the variable from the command line.
Direction It is recommended to rotate the radiator to correct direction

rotate function.
When the direction is ok, install the device by showing the desired place.
Select the system for the device.

It is possible to select the status for the device. Status can be for example
Select the height level where you want to install the radiator. It is possible to
give the height level to the top, center and bottom level of the device.
Height level can be copied from some other object with Show reference part.
Define the needed power.
dT by system in this case the dT value is calculated according to
temperatures in defined for the system
dT by part define the dT manually. Define the value to dT [C] field.

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3.10. Installing manifold

Manifold options
Start to install manifold with Manifold Pipe button (
dialog is opened automatically.
). Manifold Creation
Select the diameter for the manifold pipe. Size can be changed afterwards
from the Properties dialog if there are no pipe connections in manifold.
Select the amount of the connection pipes and also the distance between
pipes. The amount of the connection pipes can be changed afterwards.
Calculation works even though there are too many empty connections.
It is possible to rotate the connection pipe around the manifold.
Rotate only the active connection pipe is rotated
Rotate all all the connection pipes are rotated.
It is possible to rotate the manifolds main pipe around the manifold.
Installing the manifold

After the settings for manifold are ok, install the manifold.
Options
If the direction or some options of the manifold need to be changed before the
installation, right-click to open the popup menu or use the options from the
command line.
Direction It is recommended to rotate the manifold to correct direction

rotate function.
Options Manifold dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed
Installation
Click the desired place to install the manifold.
Select the system for manifold.

Select the system type (supply/return).
Copy the system, system type and installation height level from some other
object.
It is possible to select the status for the manifold. Status can be for example
Select the height level where you want to install the manifold.
It is possible to give the height level to the top, center and bottom level of the
manifold. Copy the height level from other manifold (or some other object) with
Align options.
Tips and tricks

Drawing the pipes
When starting to draw pipes from the manifold, there are 2 ways to do that.
Start the 1-pipe drawing and connect to the wanted connection or select the
manifold first and then start to draw from the + grips.
If the command does not start from the + grip, turn off AutoCADs dynamic
input
Changing the subsystem supply <> return

If there are similar manifold in supply and return, they can be installed
separately or by using the AutoCADs copy function.
Install first for example manifold for supply water. Then copy it. After this, you
can change it from the supply to return by using Change Properties function .
If the manifold need to be in different height level, move the desired one with
MagiCAD Move function . Select the function, take Z option from the PopUp
menu (right click), select the manifold and define the new height level.

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3.11. Substation
General
MagiCAD have a support for the substations from manufacturer. Select the
substations to project in Project dialog
(Project -> Pipes -> Parts
-> Substation).
Substation supports connections to many systems - tap water -and heating
systems (primary and secondary).
Installing the Substation

Start the installation from Substation Product -button
All the substations in a project are shown in a list.

Right click opens the PopUp -menu.
Properties - check the information of substation
Select products to project - select new substations to project
Select the substation and install it to drawing.
More information: 3.11. Substation

Substation options
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Substation options
Systems
Select the systems for the pipes in substation. It is possible to select the system from
the object in a drawing with From part buttons.
Status
It is also possible to select the status for the ducts. Status can be for example ne
Coordinate system
levels or height level from the floor.
[Top]
Height level
Select the height level where you want to install the substation. It is possible
to give the height level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct.
MagiCAD then calculates the other values according to the substation size.
object.
Align tops MagiCAD takes the height level from the object and align the
top levels to same height level.
Align Inst.levels MagiCAD takes the installation height level from the
object and align the installation levels to same height level.
Align bottoms MagiCAD takes the bottom level from the object and align
the bottom levels to same height level.
[Top]

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4. Sprinklers
More information: 4. Sprinklers

4.1. Sprinkler system settings
4.2. Installing sprinklers
4.3. Sprinkler pipes
4.4. Connect sprinklers to pipe
4.5. Sprinkler design area
4.6. Calculate sprinkler network
4.7. Sprinkler node numbers
4.8. Sprinkler reports
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4.1. Sprinkler system settings

Before you can run sprinkler calculations you have to define some information for
sprinkler system and define Hazen-Williams factor for pipe series.
System definitions
System definitions can be done in Project management -> Pipes ->
Sprinklers -> System.
You can edit the sprinklers pipe colors.

Set the area of coverage for the sprinkler. This defines how large area one sprinkler
head covers. When installing sprinkler this value appears to Area of coverage field.
Define the pressure at weakest sprinkler. Value must be between range 3009999
mbar. Feed point pressure can be given during calculations.
It is possible to give the warning limit for high velocity. MagiCAD gives an error
message if the velocity of pipes exceeded the given value.
Pipe series definitions

Before sprinkler calculation also the Hazen-Williams factor have to be defined for the
used pipe series.
It can be done in Project management -> Pipes -> Pipe series.

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4.2. Installing sprinklers

Selecting the sprinkler
Start to install the sprinkler heads with Sprinkler button
All the sprinklers, in this project, are shown in this window. Select the sprinkler.
System system of sprinkler
H [mm] - Select the height level where you want to install the sprinkler. If you
install sprinkler to the empty place, this is the sprinklers height level.
Status - It is possible to select status for the sprinkler if needed. Not defined
status means that MagiCAD uses the normal settings.
Up, Sideways, Down its possible to select the direction in some
sprinklers.
Calculations:
Area of coverage [m2] Set the area of coverage for the sprinkler. The
default area can be set to the system. These settings can be changed
afterwards with the Change Properties and Part Properties.
Pressure at sprinkler [mbar] the pressure at weakest sprinkler.
Default value comes from the system.
Default value comes from the system.

Flow density [mm/min] define the flow density.
Pressure at sprinkler [mbar] (From flow density) calculates the
pressure at sprinkler based on flow density.
Top Symbols - select the drawing symbol.
Use vertical pipe symbol select this field if you want to present the
vertical connection pipes of the sprinklers in the drawing. In this case, in
addition to the sprinkler symbol a filled circle is drawn to present the pipe that
is leading upwards from the trunk pipe and an unfilled circle is drawn to present
the pipe that is leading downwards.
It is possible to model own symbols for the sprinklers. Click the User Symbol
button to select/modify/create the symbols.
Selecting new sprinklers to the project

Right-click on a product to open the popup menu.
Select a new sprinkler to the project.
Installing the sprinkler

After the right sprinkler is selected and the settings are ok, install the air
device. It can be installed to an empty place, to the end of pipe, or to the
middle of the pipe. When the sprinkler os placed to the end of the pipe, it
rotates to the same direction as the pipe. When the sprinkler is placed to the
middle of the pipe, it is installed directly to the trunk pipe.
Installing sprinkler to the pipe
When the sprinkler is connected to the pipe, the direction is automatically

selected.
Installing sprinkler to an empty place

If the sprinkler is installed to the empty place, it uses the height level, direction
and system that were definedd in the Sprinkler selection dialog.
Drawing options
When the sprinkler is installed, all the drawing options are shown in AutoCAD`s
commandline. They can be also used from the popup menu which appears with
right click.
Use the command line options by pressing the capital letter (hotkey) and then
Enter.
Connect/noConnect If the connect is selected, sprinkler can be connected to the pipe. Otherwise
sprinkler can be connect to the empty place.
Direction to rotate the device to the desired orientation.
Array to place the sprinklers to cover the desired area.
Options to return to the selection dialog.
Array settings:
Cell width [mm] distance between sprinklers (width)

Cell height [mm] distance between sprinklers [height)
Maximum the sprinklers are placed evenly to the grid so that the maximum
distance between sprinklers is the distance defined in the Cell width and Cell
height fields.
Exact the sprinklers are placed to the grid so that the distance between the
sprinklers is exactly distance defined in the Cell width and Cell height fields.
The sprinklers can be installed either evenly or with interleaved alignment.
NOTE! After select all the settings define two points in the drawing and
sprinklers are drawn to that area.

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4.3. Sprinkler pipes

Sprinkler pipe options
Start to draw pipes with Sprinkler Pipe button(
).
If the command is used first time in this MagiCAD session the Sprinkler Pipe
options dialog is opened automatically. Later it can be opened by taking the Options
from the popup menu (right click).

Size select the pipe size. It is recommended to use as right sizes as possible
because then it is easier to pre-make crossings and predict the space requirements.
User field1 of series Extra information, which can be defined for the pipe
series.
Radius can be defined for flexible pipes.
Select the drawing options:
Upward <> Downward Select the direction for the pipe.
Fall [per mill] Define the fall to the pipe. If the fall is not needed, you can
give value 0.
give value 0.
Drawing the pipe

After the settings are ok, start to draw the pipe. You can connect to the existing
pipes and then continue to draw pipes. Alternatively you can start to draw pipes from
the empty place. In this situation click the place where you want to draw the pipes.
The Sprinkler pipe positions dialog opens.
Select the system for the pipe.

Select the height level where you want to draw the pipe. It is possible to give the
height level to the bottom, center or top level of the pipe. MagiCAD then calculates
the other values according to pipe size.
object.
With the From Part button you can copy the information from the selected object.
Pipe series, size, system and the height level will be copied.
Draw the pipe from point to point. Bends and T-branches are created automatically
when drawing.
If Smart option is in use, MagiCAD does not use 90 bend, it uses 2x45 bends
instead.
menu.
Finish the drawing with enter or esc button. If you connect the pipe to other points,
the command ends.
Drawing options
line.
others.

dwg). All the technical data is transferred.
sprInkler add the sprinkler to the pipe
Tips and tricks

Start the command and connect to the pipe or sprinkler and draw.
command and then it is possible to connect to any place. You can also select the
sewer point and then click the + mark and draw.
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4.4. Connect sprinklers to pipe

With this function ( ) it is possible to connect several sprinklers to one trunk
pipe. The function prompts to select the sprinklers and the pipe where to
connect them.
First click the Connect sprinklers to pipe button. Select the sprinklers you
want to connect and then select the pipe you want to connect them. After that
Height dialog opens.
If the Shortest path option is selected, MagiCAD makes the connection by

using the shortest possible way
If the By constant option is selected, MagiCAD draw the pipes so that the
distance from the main pipe is always the value which is defined in Constant
height [mm] field.
If the By level option is selected, MagiCAD draw the pipes so that they always
go via the height level which is defined in Height Level field.

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4.5. Sprinkler design area

With this function ( ) you can define the design area for sprinklers, that is, the
largest area where sprinklers are assumed to release in case of fire.
When you start defining the design area, MagiCAD may give the following
warning.
This means that the edgelines of the design area are marked as hidden. You
can change the setting in the Misc tab of the Viewport Preferences function.
If this option is selected, boundaries of design area are visible.
Give a name for the design area. It is possible to have several design areas
with the same name in the same drawing or in different drawings in the same
project. If there are several areas with the same name in the same project,
these areas are combined as as a single larger design area, and it is assumed
that the sprinklers will release in each area.
Select the system to which the design area belongs. Remember to set the
necessary default settings to the system for calculations (Project ->
Pipes -> Sprinklers -> Systems)
Select the hazard class to which the design area belongs. NOTE! The same
design areas need to have the same hazard class otherwise a warning is
given. Hazard class can be changed afterwards.
Define the dimensions of the design area (height level of the upper and lower
surface).
When you have defined the settings, accept them and draw the area. The area
can have any shape (at least three cornerpoints). Close the area by clicking the
right mouse button.
Examining the properties of the design area

You can examine the information of the design are by double-clicking the
edgelines of the design area or with the Part Properties
function.
This dialog displays all information of the design area, and it is also possible to
change e.g. the name and hazard class of the area in this dialog.
If there are several design areas with the same name in the drawing, the
number of sprinklers in all these design areas is displayed (Sprinklers in design
area).
Also the calculation results are displayed after calculation.

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4.6. Calculate sprinkler network

Once you have defined sprinkler design area(s) you can perform sprinkler
network calculations. Click the Calculate Sprinkler Network button ( ) to
start.
System - List of systems that are available in the project. Select the system
whose sprinkler design areas you want to calculate.
Settings - The pressure drop and equivalent length of the sprinkler
connection pipe and connecting fittings is taken into account in the same way
as other pipes. That is, the equivalent length of the elbow or branch is added to
the pipe length, and the pressure drop is calculated according to the equivalent
length. The equivalent length of the fittings and pipe sections is handled
according to the different standards (tables below, next page)
Ignore short connection branches - If this is active, the pressure
drops of the sprinkler connection pipes and connecting fittings are not taken
into account if the length of the connection pipe is less than 30cm. The
equivalent length of the fittings and pipe section is handled according to the
table below (next page).
Show route - If this option is selected, MagiCAD draws the route to the
calculated sprinklers. The route is drawn on the MAGI_GARBAGE layer, and it
can be removed with the Clear Garbage Layer function.
can be removed with the Clear Garbage Layer function.
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Accept the settings, and the Sprinkler calc: Select area dialog opens.
Select the design area you want to calculate.

It is possible to make calculations according to pump pressure. Select the
checkbox option and define the feed point pressure [mbar].
If this option is not selected, sprinkler calculation uses the value given for
Pressure at sprinkler [mbar].
If the sprinklers are calculated according to feed point pressure, it is informed
in general report.
When the area is selected, click the Ok button and the selected sprinkler
network will be calculated.

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4.7. Sprinkler node numbers

Show Sprinkler Node Numbers
The calculation creates node numbers for the parts on the route. The node
numbers can be made visible with the Show Sprinkler Node Numbers function.
Start the function and select the area where you want to see the numbers.
Hide Sprinkler Node Numbers

With this function you can make the node numbers invisible. Just click the
button, and the numbers goes invisible. This function doesn`t erase node
numbers, only hides them.
Reset Sprinkler Node Numbers

With this function you can remove the node numbers from the pipe network
parts. Start the function and select the system(s) whose node numbers you
want to remove.
This function is meant for renumbering the nodes in case that the geometry of
the pipe network is substantially changed. The pipe network parts without node
numbers are renumbered when the sprinkler network is calculated.
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4.8. Sprinkler reports

Print General Report from Sprinkler Calculation
This function displays a summary of the calculations, containing e.g. initial
values of the calculation, settings, and calculation results.
Print Network Report from Sprinkler Calculation

This report displays all calculation result of the sprinkler network. The results
are arranged storey by storey from the highest to the lowest storey.
are arranged storey by storey from the highest to the lowest storey.
Print Sprinkler Node Report from Sprinkler

Calculation
This report displays a summary of the sprinklers that are included in the
calculation.

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5. Editing functions
More information: 5. Editing functions

5.1. Part Properties
5.2. Branch Copy, Branch Erase, Part Erase
5.3. Move Parts
5.4. Side Movement
5.5. Change Properties
5.6. Find and Replace
5.7. Break Duct or Pipe
5.8. 3D Rotate
5.9. Joint Part
5.10. Crossing
5.11. Dimension Texts
5.12. Automatic Dimension Texts
5.13. Fall/Flow Direction Arrow
5.14. Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD Objects
5.15. Connection nodes
5.16. Partial Insulation
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5.1. Part Properties

Part Properties for HP&V objects
With the Part Properties you can view and edit objects. The available
properties and the user interface of properties -dialog depends on the part type
which the object belongs to.
Start the Part Properties function and select the object which properties
you want to check or edit. Or just double click the MagiCAD object. For
example air device.
All the properties are shown in this window. Information is changed depending
how much information is defined for the object and if the system is calculated
or not.
It is possible to change the properties in Part Properties dialog. For example
flow, power, pressure drop etc.
These information can be used in dimension texts and MagiCAD export lists.
UserVar value can also be used as a filter in Bill of Materials function. One
example, you can define that only the objects which UserVar1 value = ABC are
example, you can define that only the objects which UserVar1 value = ABC are
calculated to bill of materials.
Screen shot from Bill of Materials dialog.

Devices can have an automatic Object ID. If nothing is selected, then this value
can be set manually.
Object ID settings can be defined in Project -> Variable sets ->
object ID formats.
Properties - Shows the 3D model of the product and also for example the
pressure drop curves and sound data.
Size - Change the size of the object
Collar Length - It is possible to change the collar length in some air

devices.
Change RI - If object has a running index value, it can be changed from here.
Part Properties for Xref objects

It is also possible to check the properties from Xref objects. Select the Part
Properties function and click the right mouse button. The popup menu opens.
Xref - If you want to check information from some HP&V object which is as
xref in a drawing, select this option. Then click the object whose properties you
want to check.
Part Properties for Electrical objects

It is also possible to check the properties from MagiCAD Electrical objects.
Select the Part Properties function and select the Electrical object whose
properties you want to check.
If the electrical drawing is as xref, take a right-click and popup menu opens.
Xref - If you want to check information from some Electrical object which is as
xref in a drawing, select this option. Then click the object whose properties you
want to check.

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5.2. Branch Copy, Branch Erase, Part Erase

Branch Copy
With the Branch Copy function ( ) you can copy duct and pipe branches. Start the
function and select first the starting point of the branch and then show the duct/pipe
which will be copied. If you copy heating or water pipe branches, you need to show
first the supply/cold water pipe and after that return/hot water pipe and in water
system the circulation water pipe if it exist.
Note! Remember to check the command line. MagiCAD gives instructions there.
First, show the starting point. Starting point is the T-branch or outlet.
Next, show the duct/pipe which will be copied.
Copy the branch after this. It can be connected to the existing duct/pipe or to the
empty place.
If the branch is copied to the empty place, right-click the mouse, select noConnect
from the popup menu and show the place where branch is intended.
Tip
If you want to copy the branch to some specific distance from the original branch, you
can do it just writing the distance to command line. Start the Branch Copy function,
show the starting point of the branch and then show the duct/pipe which will be
copied. After this show the direction where you want to copy the branches and write
the distance to command line. For example 2000 -> 4000 -> 6000.
Show the direction where the branches should be copied.
Give the distance and press Enter. Repeat this if more branches are needed.
Branch Erase
If the whole branch should be removed, use the Branch Erase function ( ). Select
first the starting point of the branch and then show the duct/pipe which should be
erased. If you erase heating or water pipe branches, you need to show first the
supply/cold water pipe and after that return/hot water pipe and in water system the
circulation water pipe if it exist.
First show the starting point. Starting point is the T-branch or outlet.
Next show the duct/pipe which will be erased.
The selected branch is erased.
Part Erase
Single objects can be erased with this function. Of course the objects can be erased
by using AutoCADs erase, but in some cases MagiCADs Part Erase is more handy;
for example, the situations where many objects are over each other. Start the Part
Erase function ( ). Show the place of the object to be removed.
If there are more than one MagiCAD object in the same place, MagiCAD gives the
options of all possible objects which can be erased.
Select the part which should be removed.

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5.3. Move Parts

You can move MagiCAD objects with the Move Parts function. It is possible to
move the objects with AutoCAD move function also, but in many cases
MagiCADs Move Parts is better.
Start the Move Part function
and select the object which you want to move.
Note! MagiCAD automatically stretch the connected duct/pipe when the device
is moved.
Select MagiCAD object and move it to the desired place.
Move parts in Z direction

If you want to change the height level of MagiCAD object, you can use
MagiCADs Move Part function or AutoCADs MOVE function.
MagiCADs Move Part

Start the Move Part function , take a right-click and select Z option from the
popup menu. After that, select the object which you want to move.
Give the new height level
Note! If you move the whole network, only the network with 90 degree vertical
bends is moved. So, if there are some other vertical bends, network will be
returned back to original height level.
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5.4. Side Movement

General
Use this function to change the reducers of the duct lines or the pipelines
eccentric. The function targets to one duct line or pipe line at a time. After you
have selected the line, you can show the side of the alignment, or you can
choose center.
Start the function
pointing the circle.
, select the duct and then select the side movement by
NOTE! The alignment is made according to the largest duct.

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5.5. Change Properties

With the Change Properties function you can, for example, add/change
insulations, change duct/pipe/sewage pipe series, lock/unlock sizes, etc. Start
the Change Properties function
and select the value which you want to
change. Then select the objects.
Select the property group. All the values which can be changed are shown in
this list.
For example, the Duct series:
Select the objects that should be changed.
Extra selections
When you select the objects, you can select them in traditional ways - by
clicking the object or drawing the window. You can also use some extra
options. After you have selected the value which should be changed, there are
options in AutoCADs command line.
Select the extra option by selecting the capital letter and enter. Then make the
selection.
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5.6. Find and Replace

With the Find and Replace function you can, for example, change devices, duct and
pipe components. sprinklers, etc. Start the Find and Replace function and select
the object which you want to replace. Then select the objects.
Select the property group. Select the object type you want to replace.
From select the device which you want to replace. Select the product and size.
To select the new product. Select the product and size.
Select data from existing part you can copy the infgormation from the
object in a drawing. If this function is used, then it is not necessary to select the
Group and Objects to Change information.
Select the range for the selection.
Do not change connection pipes this option is active when changing the
size of sprinkler pipes
Drawing all the objects in active drawing will be replaced
Select objects the selected objects will be replaced. Note the extra options in
the command line.
Examples
MagiCAD shows the number of changes in AutoCADs command line
Extra selections
When you select the objects, you can select them in traditional ways - by clicking
the object or drawing the window. You can also use some extra options. After you
have selected the value which should be changed, there are options in AutoCADs
command line.
selection.

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5.7. Break Duct or Pipe

With this function (
points.
) you can remove a piece of duct or pipe between two

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5.8. 3D Rotate
3D Rotate
3D Rotate -function is very usefull for rotating objects and components in
place. Start to rotate component with 3D Rotate button . Select the
component which need to be rotated and define the new angle by showing the
direction with mouse..
Component is shown to 3D mode during the operation.
Orientation
It is possible to change the orientation of the component (for example the
direction of the valve). After the 3D Rotate function has been started and
component is selected, select the Orientation from the PopUp -menu (right
click) or command line. After this, define the new direction by showing the
direction with mouse..
Angle option is handy if the valve need to be rotate to some specific angle.
Tip
Take AutoCAD Ortho off and use Polar Tracking when using 3D Rotate and
Orientation. It helps to rotate the component to correct position.
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5.9. Joint Part

You can divide a duct/pipe into separate parts by inserting a node with the
Joint Part function ( ).

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5.10. Crossing
With this function you can make height difference changes in crossings. The
function is meant for horizontal ducts/pipes; for tilted pipes a warning is shown
and the command is canceled.
Start the fuction from Crossing button
difference starts and ends.
. Select points where the height
Height difference dialog is shown. Select the height level and angle.
Referencing other entity heights is possible with Top of, Center of and
Bottom of buttons.
Tolerance value is automatically added to top/bottom height level value when
using Top/Bottom of buttons.
Click Ok and the crossing is created.
Click Ok and the crossing is created.

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5.11. Dimension Texts

With this function ( ) you can add different information to MagiCAD objects
e.g. duct/pipe size, material, airflow etc.
Start the command and you are ready to add dimension text. There are some
default value given to dimension text (size+ material, only size etc.). It is also
possible to add own dimension text variables.
Command line functions

After starting the command it is possible to choose the drawing options from
the command line (Using hotkey) or from the menu that opens with right-click:
Command line option.
Underline line under the text

Overline line over the text
Byside text side by side
Format change/modify the active text style
Right-click menu.
Add Part information of several parts to the same dimension line (this
function only appears when some part is selected).
Midpoints it is possible to give some midpoint for the dimension text (this
function only appears when some part is selected)
Format
Command line option.
Right-click menu.
Select the System group whose dimension text you want to edit.
Select the group, and a list of the Available formats updates. Select the style,
and all buttons get enabled (Set active, Manager, New, Edit, Copy
and Delete).
You can see a preview of the dimension text format in the right side of the
panel.
If you add or edit the dimension text, the following dialog opens:
Give the name for the dimension text

If you want to select the style manually, uncheck the By project box. Otherwise
Style defined in the project management (Project -> Dimension text) is
used.
Select the text height and color. Select the alignment of text.
In the variable list you can select what information is shown in the selected
format. Double-click the variable to move it to Selected list. You can also use
the right arrow button. You can remove variables from the Selected list by
using left arrow button.
NOTE! There are two additional dimensions in the dimension text variables of
the air devices. Airflow sum defines that the air device flows are added up to
the dimension line. Please note that you do not need to define a Newline for
this variable, and you cannot output any other variables to the last row.
Another variable is No. of devices, which indicates the number of the similar
devices. Please note that this variable must be first in the variable list (this
takes place automatically).
You can select the reference line for the dimension text. In the Preview window
is easy to check how the dim. text is going to be look a like.
None no reference line at all
First part the reference line will appear only with the first part that is
selected.
All parts the reference line will appear with all the parts that are selected
for the dimension text.
Select the Reference line symbol:
Line only -
Arrow -
Target line Dot Symbol scale Set the scale factor for the reference line symbol. Scale
factor can be from 0,2 to 4.0. By default it is 1.00
Select the Baseline:
None no base line
First row under first row

All rows under all rows
Rectangle - a rectangle around the dim.text
Circle a circle around the dim.text
Set the dimension text style active with the Set Active button. Only one dim.
Style / system group can be active at the same time.
You can copy styles from other projects. Click the Manager button, which
opens the Project File Manager dialog. Select the source project, then select
styles you want to copy to existing project and finally click the arrow button.
With Copy button you can make a copy of the active style.
It is possible to delete the dimension text styles with Delete button.
NOTE! The height levels of the ducts and pipes are the height levels of their
midpoints.
It is possible to add text styles to the drawing by using AutoCAD`s Format/Text
style function.

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5.12. Automatic Dimension Texts

Automatic dimension text ( ) function uses the same dimension text formats
as the ordinary dimension text function.
When this command is started, a group selection dialog opens. By default, the
dimension text function uses the same dimension text format as the active
format of the ordinary dimension text function. The active format is selected
with the mouse. Unlike in the ordinary dimension text function, automatic
dimension text can contain several formats. Selecting a new format unselects
the previous selection.
Even though it is possible to use the same dimension text formats both in the
ordinary dimension texts and the automatic dimension texts, it is recommended
to define the following settings for the automatic dimension texts.
Select the system group and part group.

Select the format you want to use. It is possible to choose several formats.
Set the dimension text format to active or inactive.
With the Edit function you can modify the following settings:
Show dimension changes If this option is selected, dimension texts are

always placed in connection with the changes in the sizes (reducers, T-pieces,
etc.)
Min D defines the minimum size for the duct/pipe that will have the dimension
text.
Max D defines the maximum size for the duct/pipe that will have the
dimension text.
Min L defines the minimum length for the duct/pipe that will have the
dimension text.
UCS direction the dimension text is placed in the UCS direction.
Parallel to object edge line the dimension text is placed in the

same direction as the object, outside the edgeline.
Parallel to object centerline the dimension text is placed in the
same direction as the object, beside the centerline.
Dx defines the x location of the dimension text in relation to the object.
Dy defines the Y location of the dimension text in relation to the object.
Installing Automatic Dimension Text

After you have chosen the dimension text format(s), click the close button to
install dimension texts. You can select the devices using AutoCAD`s own
search (select devices by clicking them) or using the command line options
(Branch, Network, sYstem, bEtween). It is also possible to choose all parts by
writing ALL in the command line.
Extra selections
When you select the objects, you can select them in traditional ways - by
clicking the object or drawing the window. You can also use some extra
options. After you have selected the value which should be changed, there are
options in AutoCADs command line.
selection.
Branch select the root node (t-branch, bend etc.) and show the duct/pipe.
All parts after selected root node will be selected.
Network select object -> all objects which are somehow connected to that
part will be selected.
sYstem select object -> all objects that include to selected system will be
selected.
bEtween select two points -> all object between selected points will be
selected.

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5.13. Fall/Flow Direction Arrow

With this function ( ) it is possible to add fall arrows to ducts, pipes and
sewers. Start the function, click the duct/pipe where you want the arrow, rotate
the arrow to desired direction.
Layer settings for the fall arrow are found under general layers in the project
dialog.
There is no Part Properties for fall arrow. MagiCAD has only one arrow
symbol for now.
NOTE! Arrow changes its place according to viewport`s presentation so the

arrow is always located on the side of the duct/pipe.
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5.14. Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD Objects

General
With this function you can define some MagiCAD data to AutoCAD objects. It
makes it possible to include these objects in the bill of materials, IFC Export,
and MagiCAD Export lists.
Defining the data

Usually the AutoCAD object which needs MagiCAD data is a block - for
example Air Handling Unit, Heat Exchanger...
Start the Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD Objects function , and select the
object to which you want to define MagiCAD data. You can change the data
afterwards by using the same function.
MagiCAD`s Part Properties
function can be used for examine the object.
Using the data

All the data which is defined for the AutoCAD object can be used in Bill of
Material list or MagiCAD export list and also in Dimension text. Data also goes
to IFC.
More information: 5.14. Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD

Objects
MagiCAD data for AutoCAD object
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MagiCAD data for AutoCAD object
Part Type
This information is shown in Bill of materials dialog in Class column.
System information
Select the system type and system for the object.
Product information
Define the User code and Product code for the object.
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Extra information
It is also possible to define an extra information for the object. This data can
be used in MagiCAD Export list and dimension texts.
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Status
Define the status for the object if needed. Status values are defined in Project
dialog
.
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Object ID
Define theObject/Device ID for the object. This ID is meant to use for making
all the objects as unique.
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BOM selection
If this is active the object will be calculated in bill of materials
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Convert to MagiCAD object

If this is active, AutoCAD object will be converted to MagiCAD object. Because
of this, MagiCAD hide works with labelled objects!
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5.15. Connection nodes

You can connect ducts and pipes from active drawing to another drawing with
connection nodes. All the technical data is transferred vie connection node.
The drawing, where the connection is made to, can be in any direction from the
active drawing. The drawing locations in relation to each other are defined in
the floor list (Project).
Creating the connection node

Draw a duct/pipe, right-click the mouse and select the connection node from
the popup menu. In this example the storey height is 3000 mm, so the duct has
been drawn to 3000 mm and then connection node is selected.
ID number this ID makes all the connection node unique. The same ID
numbers must not be used twice with the connection nodes of the same system
type (ventilation, heating, water or sewer system) leading to the same
direction. For example, you cannot use the same ID number with two duct ends
leading to the upward. Only exception is the risers then it is recommended to
use the same ID numbers in the upper and lower ends of the vertical
ducts/pipes. See the Tip.
MagiCAD automatically suggest the next free number
Description this value can be used in dimension texts and export lists. It is
also shown in Connection Node report list.
Select the direction where the duct/pipe is going. Usually MagiCAD can
conclude the right direction for connection node.
None with this connection node type, you can define the wanted flow and
pressure drop. It can be used for example the situations where there are some
existing ductwork in the building, or if the needed air device is not found from
the product database.
This - type connection node must have a counterpart with the same ID
number in the same drawing (and both of these connection nodes must be
This-type). The flow rate and pressure drop data of the duct is transferred
between the connection nodes. Use this connection node type when you don't
want the connecting duct/pipe appear in the drawing.
The Flow Data fields are active with None type of connection node
In this example the connection node is going upward.
Connecting node to the other drawing

In this example the duct should go from Storey 1 to Storey 2. Storey height is
3000 mm, so the duct was drawn to 3000 mm in Storey 1 and then the
connection node was added to the end of the duct.
After that the connection node can be taken to the next storey. Open the storey
(Storey 2 in this example). Import the connection node with the Connect Node
function .
Select the system group. They can all be selected at the same time.
You can import the connection nodes from all systems or from one specific
system.
Connection nodes will be automatically imported if they are inside of the storey
rectangle (Project -> Storeys -> a and b dimensions).
If the connection nodes are outside of this area, then activate the Ignore storey
dimensions and then you can define the area from where the connection nodes
will be imported.
Select the drawing from where the connection nodes will be imported.
Add/remove model drawings if the drawing is not shown in the window,
it probably is missing from Model drawings list. Add the drawing to model
drawings list with this function.
When you click OK, connection nodes appear to the drawing and MagiCAD
When you click OK, connection nodes appear to the drawing and MagiCAD
shows the information in AutoCADs command line.
If the connection node is connected, the destination storey is shown inside of

brackets ().
The height level of the connection node is 0, because the bottom level of Storey
2 is 3000 mm and the connection node in Storey 1 is in height level 3000 mm.
Now you can continue drawing duct/pipe from the connection node.
Tips
Use always the same connection node ID number at both ends of the vertical
duct/pipe. In this case the ducts and pipes can connect to each other when you
copy storeys or riser ducts/pipes.
Disconnect Node
Sometimes it is necessary to disconnect the connection nodes. It is necessary,
for example, if the drawing names have been changed the connection nodes
are still connected to the drawings with old name. It would cause errors in
calculations. In these situations, disconnect the connection nodes and then
connect them back.
Start the function from Disconnect Node button .
You can select the drawing which connection node connections you want to
disconnect. Alternatively you can disconnect them from all drawings.
MagiCAD shows the number of disconnected nodes in AutoCADs command
line.
Connection Node Report

You can check the connection nodes in active drawing with Connection Node
Report function
It is possible to arrange the result to different positions by clicking the heading.
You can zoom the selected connection node to the center of the AutoCAD
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5.16. Partial Insulation

General
It is possible to define the partial insulation to ducts - without any joint parts.
Installing the partial insulation

Install the partial insulation with Change Properties function . Select the
function Partial insulation and the insulation material, then show to points from
the duct and the insulation is installed between those points.
Erasing the partial insulation

Select the duct where the partial insualtion is and after that click the blue circle
with cross inside of it.

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6. Viewing functions
More information: 6. Viewing functions

6.1. Drawing Preferences
6.2. Hide, Reset Hide
6.3. Show Selected Parts Only
6.4. Part Property Line
6.5. Collision Control
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6.1. Drawing Preferences

With the the Drawing Preferences function ( ) you can select the active
system of the drawing, that is, the systems that can be selected e.g. when
drawing ducts or pipes. You can also change all linetypes and colors at the
same time in this dialog and restore them to the project-specific settings.
In addition, you can set the Hide function, which is run when the drawings is
saved in MagiCAD, active in this dialog. This setting is viewport-specific, and
you must set to each viewport separately whether the hide is performed.
Enabler Options:
Change all linetypes... With this function it is possible to change
linetypes at the same time in the whole drawing.
Change all colors - It is possible to change colors of all MagiCAD
objects at the same time in the whole drawing.
Retain settings You can restore the original settings by clicking this
button.
Auto Hide:
You can set active the hiding function during saving.
The hiding is carried out in the viewports whose Hide this viewport when
saving option is selected in the Viewport Preferences/Hide options tab.
HPV Objects in Xrefs:
Shows HP&V objects as saved in the model space. This allows plot drawings
including hide information from also Xrefs.
Sometimes the drawing must be reopened, or Xrefs need to be reloaded, to be
able to see the hide information.
Systems:
Select the active systems that can be available in the selection lists of drawing
and calculation functions. The objects appear in the drawing regardless of
these selections.

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6.2. Hide, Reset Hide

Hide
When you select this function, MagiCAD asks you to choose a set of parts for
calculating the hidden lines.
MagiCAD hides (or draws with dashed line) the pipes, ducts, etc that will be
behind other MagiCAD objects.
With Active2D technology, it is possible to choose the parts precisely. For
instance, MagiCAD hides only those air devices and pipe components that
actually are behind other parts. You can use the hiding functions at any
viewpoint or section.
The hidden parts will be unhidden if they are, for example, copied or moved,
their insulation are changed, or if you use the Find & Replace command.
Commandline options
After you have started the command, it is possible to affect the drawing
preferences of the hidden parts with the command options:
Type O and press Enter on the command line:
Choose the presentation of the hidden parts as dashed line or invisible
The input fields indicate how much MagiCAD reserves spaces between the
hiding line and the unbroken part, and the minimum length for the pipes. You
can define the minimum length only if the presentation mode is Invisible.
NOTE! You can hide all objects in the drawing by selecting the Hide function
and writing ALL in the commandline.
Linetype and color

The linetype and color of the hidden line are defined in the project
management.
Reset Hide
Reset hide unhides the hidden parts visible in the selected area. It is possible
to unhide several viewport at the same time. First select the Reset hide
function, then type A and press enter.

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6.3. Show Selected Parts Only

General
This functions hide the parts which are outside the selected area.
Function are convenient especially when you edit the system in the viewpoint from the
side, when you examine an area/a system/a part of the system, or when you make
cross-sections or other views.
You can use either AutoCADs search or MagiCADs extended search when you
select the objects.
How to select objects

Start the function from Show Selected Parts Only button
dialog is opened.
and Clip options
MagiCAD selection
Select the objects by clicking them or select multiple objects by windowing some area
(all objects inside that area will be selected).
It is also possible to use MagiCAD`s command line functions to choosing objects.
More information: 6.3. Show Selected Parts Only

Command line options when using MagiCAD selection option
Area selection options
Show All Parts

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Command line options when using MagiCAD selection

option
Branch
Select a branch which you want to show. MagiCAD asks for the start node (tbranch, bend etc.) and the duct/pipe of the branch. All objects includes to that
branch are selected.
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Network
Select one object in a network and all objects connected to selected object will
be selected.
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sYstem
Select one object and all objects included to same system than selected object
will be selected.
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bEtween
Select two points from the network and all objects between the selected points
will be selected.
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Area selection options
With other (than MagiCAD selection) options, it is possible to make the

selection also in xref drawings.
Rectangular
Select the rectangular area.
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Polygonal
Draw the polygonal area and close the area with a right click.
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Existing polyline
It is also possible to draw the area with polyline and use that line for selecting
the area.
Select the option Existing polyline and select the polyline in a drawing (has
to be closed area).
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Clip Xrefs
If this option is active, MagiCAD objects which are in a drawing as an external
reference objects, will be taken account in Show Selected Parts Only
selection.
It means that also the xref objects will be hided if they are outside of selected
area.
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Show All Parts

Show All Parts function
makes the hided objects visible again.

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6.4. Part Property Line

This function (
) shows the desired property of the selected components.
Select the group whose products you want to examine.

Select the property you wish to include in the property line from the list.
Select Others (valves etc) if you want to show property line also in the system
components (valves, connection nodes etc.)
The property lines appear on MAGI_GARBAGE layer and they disappear when
the layer is cleared.
Select all systems, one system, or a part of a system (for example supply pipe)
You can define the minimum length, and any parts shorter than defined length do
not get property line.
The color and text style of the reference texts are defined according to the
AutoCAD layer settings.
NOTE! If you want to keep the information in the drawing, move these from the
NOTE! If you want to keep the information in the drawing, move these from the
MAGI_GARBAGE layer to another layer with AutoCAD commands.
Example
Made with help of DrExpla

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6.5. Collision Control

General
With this function you can examine possible collisions, for example, between
heating pipes and air ducts. Start the function from Collision Control button
.
When the function is selected first time, Options dialog opens automatically.
Later the dialog can be opened with a right-click or with the Options (o)
command line option.
Select the options and after that define the area for the collision control.
Collision control information

Information about the collision is gathered in the Show Messages dialog
With the dialog functions you can place the error marks to the drawing.
Remove the error marks with the Clear Garbage Layer
function.
More information: 6.5. Collision Control

Collision Check Options
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Collision Check Options
Tolerance
It is possible to set a tolerance for the collisions. With negative tolerance, the parts
are allowed to be inside each other, whereas with positive tolerance space is
reserved around the parts.
Collision options
If you don`t want to notice a collision between some parts, uncheck the boxes.
collisions between non-MagiCAD objects

It is also possible to select AutoCAD, AEC (=AutoCAD Architecture) objects
(walls, windows, etc) and xref objects to the collision check.
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pipe-pipe collisions
You can set the minimum size for the pipes which will be checked. If one of the
colliding pipes is smaller than the limit, the collision is ignored.
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Exclude collisions in Provision for Voids

With this option MagiCAD does not give the collision warning in a cases when
there is a provision for void in structure (made with MagiCAD provision for
voids functions).
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Save collision boundary

The boundaries of the collision check area can be saved. If this option is
selected, the boundaries are saved in the layer that is reserved for them.
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7. Calculations
More information: 7. Calculations

7.1. Flow Summation
7.2. Flow Summation and Sizing
7.3. Flow Summation and Balancing
7.4. Flow Route Examination
7.5. Sound Calculation
7.6. Bill of Materials and Export
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7.1. Flow Summation

General
This function calculates the flows from the connected MagiCAD objects and
None type connection node. This function does not change the duct/pipe sizes
and it does not calculate the pressure drops.
Flow summation
Start the function from Flow Summation button
Select the system group which you want to calculate.

It is possible to calculate one branch or the whole system
Branch first show the starting point of the branch and then the duct/pipe from
that branch which should be calculated. Note! MagiCAD shows instructions in
AutoCADs command line.
System current drawing MagiCAD calculates the selected
system(s). Note! to be able to calculate the whole system, there need to be
one open end in the system. Total values go to that open end.
Calculate flow - MagiCAD calculate the flows also from the other drawings
via connection nodes.
Use last value if the other drawings are not available from some reason,
then this option can be used.

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7.2. Flow Summation and Sizing

General
This function calculates the flows from the connected MagiCAD objects and None
type connection nodes. This function also selects the duct/pipe sizes according to the
sizing criteria which is selected for the system.
Flow summation and sizing

Start the function from Flow Summation and Sizing button

Branch first show the starting point of the branch and then the duct/pipe from that
branch which should be calculated. Note! MagiCAD shows instructions in AutoCADs
command line.
System current drawing MagiCAD calculates the selected system(s).
Note! to be able to calculate the whole system, there need to be one open end in
the system. Total values go to that open end.
Calculate flow - MagiCAD calculate the flows also from the other drawings via
connection nodes.
Use last value if the other drawings are not available from some reason, then
this option can be used.
After Flow Summation and Sizing:
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7.3. Flow Summation and Balancing

General
This function calculates the flows from the connected MagiCAD objects and None
type connection nodes. This function also calculate the pressures and define the
adjustment values in other words, make the system in balance.
Flow summation and balancing

Start the function from Flow Summation and Balancing button

Branch first show the starting point of the branch and then the duct/pipe from that
branch which should be calculated. Note! MagiCAD shows instructions in AutoCADs
command line.
System all drawings MagiCAD calculates the selected system(s). Note! to
be able to calculate the whole system, there need to be one open end in the system.
Total values go to that open end.
Show the index run - If this option is selected, MagiCAD marks the most difficult
route. The route is marked with the line, which goes to magi_garbage layer.
magi_garbage layer can be cleared with the Clear Garbage Layer function
After Flow Summation and Balancing:

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7.4. Flow Route Examination

General
After the system is balanced (Flow Summation and Balancing), the route can be
examined with Flow Route Examination function.
Note! To be able to use this function, only one system is allowed to be balanced.
The Flow Route Examination is made from the last balanced system.
Flow Route Examination

Start the function from Flow Route Examination button . After this, show the
object to where you want to check the route. When you balance the system, you can
select the option Show the index run, then MagiCAD shows the most difficult route
and the Flow Route Examination can be taken from that object.
Show the index run option in Flow Summation and Balancing dialog shows the
most difficult route (marked with green line in the picture above).
Start the Flow Route Examination function and select the object.
MagiCAD gives the report from the selected route from the selected object to the
open end.
File report can be printed out
Edit you can also copy the report to the clipboard and paste it, for example, to
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General
After the system is balanced (Flow Calculation and Balancing), the sound
calculations can be done with Sound Calculation of Flow Route and/or Sound
Calculation of All Flow Routes functions.
Note! To be able to use these functions, only one system is allowed to be balanced.
Sound calculations are made from the last balanced system.
Sound Calculation of Flow Route

Start the function from Sound Calculation of Flow Route button
. After this,
show the object to where you want to check the route. When you balance the
system, you can select the option Show the index run, then MagiCAD shows the
most difficult route and the Flow Route Examination can be taken from that object.
Show the index run option in Flow Summation and Balancing dialog shows the
most difficult route (marked with green line in the picture above).
Start the Sound Calculation of Flow Route function and select the object.
MagiCAD gives the report from the selected route from the selected object to the
open end.
Results

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Initial sound level can be defined for the system. If some air handling unit plugin is
used, the sound level comes from the air handing unit.
Sound from the system data this information is shown, if the initial sound
values come from the system
Sound from the fan this information is shown, if the initial sound values comes
from the air handling unit or fan.
Sound values are shown for each part and every octave band. Then the results are
calculated logarithmically together.
At the end, MagiCAD reduce the A-weight and 4 decibel room absorption. Then
MagiCAD shows the total sound level.
If there are missing sound values in some octave band, MagiCAD gives the warning.
It still calculates the sound with the information it has. Those octave bands, which
have missing sound values in some products, are not taken into calculation.
Sound Calculation of All Flow Routes

Balance the system. Start the function from Sound Calculation of All Flow Routes
button . After this, MagiCAD shows the sound level for all devices in the balanced
system.
If there are some missing sound values in some octave band, MagiCAD gives the
warning. It still calculates the sound with the information it has. Those octave bands,
which have missing sound values in some products, are not taken into calculation.
It is also possible to add the sound value to dimension text.
MagiCAD shows the sound values. Values goe to magi_garbage layer. The layer
can be cleared with the Clear Garbage Layer function .

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7.6. Bill of Materials and Export

General
MagiCAD gives the material list from all MagiCAD objects in selected drawings. It is
also possible to create the export reports with the desired values air flow, pressure
drop, adjustment value, sound level etc.
Bill of Materials
Start the function from Bill of Materials button
Selection set - It is possible to save different kind os selection situations to

project. It means that you can select the systems, drawings etc. to selection set and
then choose the suitable selection set when necessary.
System Groups - Select the system group(s) which object you want to take to the
bill of material list.
Systems - Select the system(s) which object you want to take to bill of material list.
Area - Select the area or drawing(s) from where you want to count the objects.
Select Room and All rooms of the floor options are active, if the drawing is
connected to the MagiCAD Room project.
Show model drawings from current folder only if there are drawings
in some other folder than the active drawing, deselect this option and then you can
in some other folder than the active drawing, deselect this option and then you can
select any drawing in Model drawings list.
Criteria - It is possible to use these filters when making material list.
UserVar values can be added to MagiCAD objects with Part Properties and Change
Properties functions.
Example: Devices have UserVar1 value ABC, then you can define that only the
objects which UserVar1 value = ABC are calculated to bill of materials.
Output Header you can define the header for the material list.
Click the Bill of Materials button to create the material list.
Example of a material list

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MagiCAD Export
See the initial values in Bill of Materials dialog above. Click the MagiCAD Export
button in the dialog to create the export list.
MagiCAD Export settings
Conf. file - Select the configuration file or create your own. All the created
configurations are saved to this file.
Selected conf. - Select the configuration or create your own. All the created
configurations are saved to the selected configurations file.
Include these Parts/Objects - Select the object types which you want to
take to the export list.
Include these Attributes - Select the attributes which you want to take to the
export list. Move the attribute to the Selected Attributes/Columns list with the green
arrow.
Selected Attributes/Columns - All the attributes which are selected to the
export list, are shown in this window.

Include column headers activate this, if you want to add the attribute name
as header.
Arrows up/down change the order of the attributes
Delete attributes delete the selected attributes
Copy to clipboard you can copy the objects to clipboard and paste them, for
example, to Excel.
Save to file saves information to a text file.
Example of a MagiCAD Export list

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Appendix A. Release Notes
More information: Appendix A. Release Notes

New and enhanced features
Resolved issues
MagiCAD Product Modeller
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New and enhanced features

Merge
It is now possible to import project information from other projects. This can be done
in the Project dialog with Merge project -button.
Tolerance value
MagiCAD has now a tolerance value in duct/pipe drawing and also in Crossing
function (height level change dialog).
Tolerance value is always added to top/bottom level value when using Top/Bottom of
buttons.
3D Rotate
It is now possible to define an angle to components, when rotating it with 3D rotate
function.
-->
Angle can be define by writing the angle in degrees to command line or show the
angle with mouse.
Actuator symbols in duct components

It is now possible to select the actuator symbols for duct components (Project
Parts).
--> Ducts -->
Dimension texts
It is possible to add dimension texts for the AutoCAD objects which has been defined
to MagiCAD objects with Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD Objects function
The orientation of dimension texts is now saved to proxy graphic.
It means that the orientation is now same no matter if the drawing is opened with or
without MagiCAD.
Sprinklers
Connection node type This is now supported in sprinkler pipes.
Collision Control
It is now possible to select an option for avoiding the collision control in cases when
there is a provision for void in structure.
Provision for voids

The presentation of provision for voids is changed so that the length of void is bigger
than the wall thickness. The real length is of course saved to object data.
Update Drawing Data function update now also the owner information of provision for
voids.
Bill of material function is now able to count the provision for voids.
Automatic Voids Provision -function will not create the provision for voids if there
already is a provision for voids and the following information remains the same:
dimensions of existing -and new provision for void is exactly the same
owner information is the same
location is the same
Free Text
It is now possible to create a default text for Free Text. This text can be selected in
Free Text -dialog. Define the default texts in Project --> Texts for free
text
Show Selected Parts Only

It is now possible to make the selection also in xref drawings. Options -dialog is
opened after the function is started.
Scramble connection
It is now possible to connect the duct to fitting (without reduction) by using the
scramble connection function. It is also possible to start to draw duct from the fitting.
There are also axtra options when the option scRamble connection is active.
IFC Export
Option Select objects added to IFC export -dialog.
It is now possible to use MagICAD Room origin in IFC export.
It is now possible to stretch the IFC Export -dialog.

MagiCAD also remember the last used settings.
Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD Objects

It is now possible to add more MagiCAD data to AutoCAD objects:
Part type - this information is shown in Bill of materials dialog.
Add to BOM - it is now possible to choose if the labelled object is needed in BOM
or not
Convert to MagiCAD object - if this is active, AutoCAD object will be converted to
MagiCAD object. Because of this, MagiCAD hide works with labelled objects!
Improvements to some dialogs

Properties function was missing from the following dialogs.
Other Pipe Device
Radiator Selection
Tap Water and Sewer point
Other Pipe Component
Sprinkler Selection
Other Sewer Component
Cleaning Cover
Side Movement
MagiCAD have now a new kind of side movement function. Start the function
select the duct and then select the side movement by pointing the circle.
Partial Insulation
It is now possible to define the partial insulation to ducts - without any joint parts.
Installing the partial insulation
Install the partial insulation with Change Properties -function. Select the function and
the insulation material, then show to points from the duct and the insulation is installed
between those points.
Erasing the partial insulation

Select the duct where the partial insualtion is and after that click the blue circle with
cross inside of it.
Duct Drawing Options

There is a new "Allow different connection sizes in trunk" option in duct drawing
option. With this option MagiCAD does not create a reduction to T-branches, if the
duct size is changed.
Instead of reduction, MagiCAD change the size of T-branch connections.
HyperLink
It is now possible to define the hyperlink to products
Substation
MagiCAD have now support for the substations from manufacturer. There is a new
group in Project -dialog (Project -> Pipes -> Parts -> Substation).
Start the installation from Substation Product -button
Air Handling Units

MagiCAD have now support for the AHUs from manufacturer. AHUs can be
selected to project under the group Fan (Project -> Pipes -> Parts ->
FAN).
Start the installation from FAN -button
Provision for Voids

It is now possible to define the dimension for manual provision for voids by showing
the object and length in drawing.
Select the dimensions with "<- from Dwg" button. Select the duct/pipe and define the
length by showing 2 points.
sizes - are defined according to Provision for Voids settings
height level - is taken automatically from the object
place of the provision for voids - it is created between 2 points which were shown
Absolute height levels

It is now possible to select if the height levels are shown as an absolute height levels
or from the floor. This selection can be done in a dialog's where you can set the
height level.
Ducts and fittings

MagiCAD have now support for transfer ducts.
X-branches with different angles are now supported.
Other changes
Possibility to define Object ID in Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD Objects dialog
(manual value).
Possibility to select Storey information to Object ID format.
MagiCAD Export function did not show the Room information from the AutoCAD
objects which has MagiCAD information (defined with Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD
Objects function).
New riser -and reduction symbols for pipes (Viewport Preferences).
Change Properties now remember the last used value when changing the duct/pipe
Change Properties now remember the last used value when changing the duct/pipe
series.
There are now 15 product variables in devices.
Product selection now supports Aligned Integrated Reductions.
Production model now supports male-female bends.
It is now possible to draw rectangular bends also with non-standard angles
It is now possible to select the "Status from constructor" value (in provision for voids)
to MagiCAD Export list.
If the real fittings are used, MagiCAD uses the real dimension immediately when
drawing the duct (if "Automatically select products (while drawing)" option is active) .
New function which turns the bevelled T-branches and outlets to correct direction even thougt there are many open ends in network. Start the function from Equalize
Branch Directions -button
and show the starting point of ductwork.
Flanges are now also shown with generic rectangular ducts.

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Resolved issues
Extra length value in duct series changed its place to wrong duct size field in
some situations. Sometimes the value was also changed to 0.
Crossing function did not accept the height difference values, which was
possible to use when drawing the crossing manually. MagiCAD gave the
message Not enough space for all parts.
Target lines were missing if in a section more than one object was selected the
to same dimension text.
The size of the Set MagiCAD Data to AutoCAD Objects dialog was changed
if the dialog was moved.
If the presentation of pipe was 1D, vertical bends were shown with strange
graphic in shaded 3D view.
Valve which 3D model was shorter than 2D symbol had empty space between
valve and pipe connection in shaded 3D view.
If the between option was used in Find and Replace, MagiCAD crashed.
Hide function did not hide the rectangular duct fittings properly, if the duct had
an insulation.
MagiCAD did not choose the correct pipe size when the pipe was drawn from
pump. It was always draw the same pipe size (smallest).
Insert / Edit substation unit did not work if the Use primary connection option
was active but main system was not selected.
If the LIN file is missing from project files, MagiCAD gave error message in two
situations:
"Version conflict with McHpv_18x64.arx" error appears when using IFC
export.
"The drawing is not connected to a project, or the project is invalid" error
appears when using Running index.
In some cases, MagiCAD selected a real ductwork fittings even thought the
"Automatically select products (while drawing)" was not in use.
MagiCAD does not give "non-standard branch" message anymore when
branches are drawn for example with 15, 30, 45 degree bends/branches.
Swap setting did not work if the duct size was changed with Part Properties
or Change Properties funcion.
Unlock duct/pipe size option did not work with Change Properties function.
Hide worked wrong if the VP freeze was used in layout. It still hided the object
behind other object even thought the object in front was frozen with VP Freeze.
There were a small problem in flow summation in Sprinkler Calculation. Now
the flows are calculated correctly.
It is not possible to add the absorption material to T-branches anymore.
Some fittings (for example X-branches) were rotated to wrong direction.
If the BOM was made by using the "Selected drawings" option, also the
objects with the status which were not suppose to take to BOM were
calculated to BOM.
It was not possible to convert the real integrated reduction product back to
generic reduction.
When the text format was erased, some of the others text formats was
renamed or even disappear from the text format dialog.
MagiCAD did not check correctly the height of the sprinklers design area - Part
Properties showed also the sprinklers which were above or below the design
area.
Colors of pipes in sub systems were shown wrong in IFC. Return -and supply
pipes got the same color and hot, cold, circulation pipes got the same color.
When sprinkler calculation according to SS-EN 12845 is selected, the option
"Ignore short connection branches" is now always active.
"Ignore short connection branches" is now always active.

Side Movement changed the height level of air devices which were connected
to the edge of the duct.
Other than 90 degree vertical bends did not get the correct symbol (which was
defined in viewport settings).
MagiCAD used fit-on-length values wrongly. This is now fixed.
It is now possible to draw generic, aligned X-branch.
Drawings which were added to model drawing list during MagiCAD session
were not shown in IFC export list. They were shown after restarting MagiCAD.
It is now possible to add dimension texts to angled radiator valve.

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It is now possible to model products also to MagiCAD for Revit. For this reason
the old shapes have been removed from MagiCAD Product Modeller.
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