Create user-defined cross sections for welds
You can define special cross sections for model welds. This is useful when you need weld cross sections that are not predefined in Tekla Structures.
For example, you can create bevel backing welds:
To find the welds in the model that have a user-defined cross section, set Category to Weld and Property to User-defined cross section in the selection or view filter, or in the color and transparency settings.
Define a user-defined cross section for a weld
- Select the weld you want to modify.
- Right-click and select Define Cross Section.
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In the weld cross section editor view:
- Pick points to indicate the weld cross section corners.
- Click the middle mouse button to finish picking.
Remove a user-defined cross section from a weld
You can remove user-defined cross sections from model welds and revert to the previous standard cross sections.
Limitations
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User-defined weld cross sections are reported using only the above-line properties.
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User-defined weld cross sections do not create automatic weld preparation.