4 Replies Latest reply on Nov 3, 2016 8:20 AM by Glenn Schroeder

Change Cutlist description - default "plate"

Shawn Casebolt Nov 3, 2016 6:53 AM

I have a "weldment" that consists of a bunch of extruded rectangles. The default description in the cutlist is "PLATE, 0.25 x 12.5 x 21"

I would like it to default read "Board" instead of "plate", as these are wood components. I know I can go in and edit them individually, and maybe even get a macro to do the entire thing. However, is there a way just to change what it default comes in as? That would be much easier. I thought their was, however I dont seem to be able to find it.

Thanks,

Shawn

Re: Change Cutlist description - default "plate"

Glenn Schroeder Nov 3, 2016 8:04 AM (in response to Shawn Casebolt)

You'd need to edit the .sldlfp file (the profile used to create the bodies) and change it there. That will take care of any future times you use it, but existing Parts will need to be edited individually (or re-load the feature for each) since weldment parts don't maintain a link back to the .sldlfp file.
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  Shawn Casebolt Nov 3, 2016 8:11 AM (in response to Glenn Schroeder)
  
  Hi Glenn,
  
  Thanks for the response. These however are not created with the weldment feature. "weldment" is just inserted and used to get a cutlist. These are actual wood cabinetry.
  
  Start a new part file.....create a couple of rectangles and extrude 1/2" thick, 3/4" thick. Then go to the weldment tab and click on weldment. you then will get a weldment cutlist that the cabinet shop can use. However it says "plate".
  
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    Glenn Schroeder Nov 3, 2016 8:20 AM (in response to Shawn Casebolt)
    
    Then may I suggest you start using the feature? I've attached the one I use for plywood. The description property is linked to the dimensions, so you can use the feature, then close it and edit the sketch in the Part and the cut list property will update. See Using Plate in Weldments. That talks about using the feature to create Plate, but the same principle works well for plywood.
    
    I also use it for standard lumber.
    
    plywood.SLDLFP.zip 41.6 KB
    
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Re: Change Cutlist description - default "plate"

JOHN GEORGE Nov 3, 2016 8:19 AM (in response to Shawn Casebolt)

Shawn,
If you want to change the existing cut list properties, I think a macro is an option

Have you tried using the Property Tab Builder?
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