Example of a variable formula: Create new component objects

2022

Tekla Structures

This example shows how to create a parametric variable that adds bolts to the custom component.

On the Custom component editor toolbar, click the Display variables button.

The Variables dialog box opens.
Click Add to create a new parametric variable.
Modify the variable as follows:
1. In the Value type list, select Yes/No.
2. In the Label in dialog box box, enter Create bolts.
Select the bolt group in a custom component view to highlight it in the Custom component browser.
In the Custom component browser, browse for Bolt.
Right-click Creation and select Add Equation.
Enter P1 after the equal sign, and then press Enter.
Save the custom component.
Close the custom component editor.

You now have the following option in the custom component's dialog box:

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