Load magnitude can occur in x, y, and z directions. The coordinate system is the same as the current work plane. Positive coordinates indicate a positive load direction.

For example, when you create loads perpendicular to sloped parts, shifting the work plane helps you to place loads accurately.

Some load types can have several magnitude values. For example, the magnitude of line loads may vary along the loaded length.

In the load properties dialog boxes, the following letters denote different magnitude types:

• P is for a force acting on a position, along a line, or across an area.

• M is for bending moments acting on a position or along a line.

• T is for torsional moments acting along a line.

The units depend on the settings in File menu > Settings > Options > Units and decimals.

In the load properties dialog boxes, the numbering of the magnitude values relates to the order in which you pick points when you create loads.