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Thomas Panels Diagonal Ties (55)

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The Thomas Panels and Profiles Diagonal Ties macro allows the placing of single or double diagonal ties.

Before and after

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Notes

  • Any modification of the selected parts will cause this macro to be updated.
  • To reduce unnecessary parts in the models/clarity the end brackets are not always modelled.
  • If the end of the wire is at a strut position the strut is cut back where appropriate.
  • The TPP diagonal tie is designed to cater for angles between 25 degrees and 65 degrees. 
  • Selection process defines the direction of the tie rope and the location of the bolts.
  • Counter formed holes are determined by the type of hole at the end of the rope.
  • The selection of the purlins defines the direction of the tie wires, for example the first purlin defines the start.
  • The selected positions are used for the distance along the selected member. If a bolt already exists it will be used, otherwise a bolt will be created at this location.

Selection order example

When selecting a point ensure Select all 
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 is turned on.
  1. Rail/purlin
  2. Rail/purlin
  3. Position
  4. Position
  5. Position (if required)
  6. Click middle mouse button
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See also

Thomas Panels cold rolled - Important information
Thomas Panels Diagonal Ties (55) - Parts tab
Thomas Panels Diagonal Ties (55) - Parameters tab
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