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1. Project

More information: 1. Project 1.1. Creating the project 1.2. Creating systems in MagiCAD 1.3. Selecting products to the project 1.4. How to define insulation series 1.5. How to create duct and pipe series 1.6. Flange series 1.7. Sizing methods 1.8. Heat transfer media 1.9. Absorption material (inner insulation) 1.10. Update Drawing Data 1.11. Merge


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1.1. Creating the project After you have made initial procedures, you can create the MagiCAD project.Initial procedures have been explained in other document. C:\Project1directory is used in this example.

If Add drawing to the model drawing list option is active, drawing will be addedto the Model drawings list. You can add connection nodes between thedrawings in the list and those drawings can also be added to the bill ofmaterial. Missing drawings can be added in the Project dialog (Project ->Model Drawings).

Give the name for the project. 3 project files will be created: *.epj, *.qpd and*.linIf you click the ... button beside the Location field, the following dialog opens:

Here you can see all the possible places, where you can save the project files.Select the folder.

Select MagiCAD template. You can use templates for example from MagiCADHPV\Templates folder. Template is prefilled project file, which contains somesystems, devices, components, dimension texts, sizing criterias, duct/pipeseries etc.Note! You can also use old projects as a template!

More information: 1.1. Creating the project Location of the project files Storey list, active storey, storey origin


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Location of the project files Project files (*.epj, *.qpd, *.lin) and MagiCAD drawings can be added to thesame folder or you can devide them different ways. Here is one example:

The best place for the project files is the main folder of the project. You canhave several subfolders under the main folder. You can divide the drawings e.g. so that all the system goups are in their ownfolders. If the project files are saved to the main folder of the project, all the drawings inmain folder or its subfolders and their subfolders can be connected to theMagiCAD project.


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Storey list, active storey, storey origin After you have created the project, Project Management dialog is opened.Now you still need to tell which storey the active drawing is. First you need tocreate the Storeys list. There you define all the storeys in the building and howthe storeys are located relatively to each others.

Select the group that you want to edit. With the Install storey origin function you can install the MagiCAD origin point.MagiCAD needs its own origin, so that it knows how the storeys are locatedrelatively each others. With the Active storey function you can select the active storey for the activebuilding.Edit the existing information or add/copy new products and information by right-clicking in the right window pane. After right-click you can choose the operationfrom the popup menu.

More information: Storey list, active storey, storey origin Storeys Active storey Install storey origin Conclusion


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Storeys

Select the storey from the list and choose an option from for the pop-up menu.

Import - import the storey list from MagiCAD Room project. If you edit the storey, the following dialog opens:

ID - an unique identifier for the storey. It is not possible to change the IDafterwards.x, y and z define the location of the storey relative to the storey origin. Thisis the left lower corner. This defines how the storeys are located according toeach others.Install the storey origin to the point which is the same in all storeys. Goodpoints are for example the corner of the building, crossing point of module lines.Sometimes it is good to draw a helping line for example from the corner of theelevator.

elevator.a and b Define the size of the building/drawing area. A value is the size in x-direction and b value is the size in y-direction.h Room height. If you use linetypes according to objects height level, thisvalue is one height level where the linetype changes.You can add some notes to the text fields.


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Active storey After the storey list is ready, you still need to tell which storey the active drawing is. Storey list can beedited afterwards.


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Install storey origin MagiCAD needs its own origin point to be able to understand the location of allthe storeys. Because of this, all the ducts and pipes are in right place whenthey are taken from storey to other storey (with connection node function).

Give the coordinates if you already know them. Show the origin point for MagiCAD. Start the function, show the origin point andthen the direction of x-axis. Quite often the origin point is good to install to the lower left corner of thebuilding. Good point is also crossing point of module lines. Sometimes it isneeded to draw some helping line from some constant point of the building for example from the corner of the elevator. When installing the origin point, it is good to zoom the corner point closer(zoom window). Use also AutoCADs Snap Intersectionfunction (you canfind it for example by pushing Ctrl-button down and taking the right click.Select the corner point and show the direction of the x-axis after this. UseAutoCADs ORTHO (F8) value on to be sure that the direction of x-axis isstraight.

Project Management dialog is reopened after installing the storey origin. If it isok, you can close the Project Management dialog and start to draw.Alternatively you can reinstall the storey origin, if it went to a wrong place orposition.


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Conclusion Before you can start to draw with MagiCAD, you need to connect the drawingto the existing project or create the new project. And in both cases you need toselect the active storey for the drawing and also install the MagiCADs storeyorigin.


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1.2. Creating systems in MagiCAD Every MagiCAD object belongs to some system. There can be hundreds ofsystems in same project, if needed.All the systems are located in the Project Management dialog.

Select the system and take a right click in the window in right. A popup menuopens and you can add, edit or delete systems.

More information: 1.2. Creating systems in MagiCAD Ventilation systems Heating, cooling and special systems Water systems Sprinkler systems Sewer systems


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Ventilation systems

GeneralID this ID makes all systems unique. It is not possible to change itafterwards.UserCode identification for the system. User Code can be used forexample in dimension texts.Name - description for the system. This is shown in the lists where youselect the systems. Can be used also in dimension texts.System type options for the system types are; Supply air, Extract air,Exhaust air and Outdoor air.Color color for the system can be selected with Select button.Linetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers(Project -> Ducts -> Layers) is set to By system.

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Sizing method

Select the sizing method for this system. Sizing methods can be created inProject -> Ducts -> Sizing methods

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Dp/BalancingMinimum dp for flow damper [Pa] - define the minimum value for flowdampersMinimum dp for devices [Pa] - define the minimum value for airdevicesWarning limit of high dp [Pa] - warning limit for balancing.Calculation gives warning, if the pressure exceeds this level in someobject.Balancing warning tolerance [% of dp]- with this value, you canallow a wanted percentage deviation for pressure drops.Balancing to minimum pressure - MagiCAD perform the balancing so,that the pressure drop remains as small as possible.Balancing to fan pressure - if you have used some real fan, then youcan balance the system according to fan. In this case, there is no openend in the system. At the moment, these kind of intelligent fans areincluded only in exhaust devices.Balancing to given pressure - define the pressure, that you want touse for balancing, to Given pressure [Pa] field

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Layer variablesSystems can be divided to their own layers by using the layer variables(SV1-3). Then you need to add this/these variables to Layer structure for example {SV1}

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CalculationsSelect the calculations which you want to allow using in this system.Flow sum - sum up all the flows. It doesnt change the duct sizes etc.Sizing sum up the flows and also change the duct sizes according toselected sizing criteria.Balancing sum up the flows and try to balance the system. Balancingdoes not change the duct sizes.BOM (Bill of Materials) objects in this system are calculated to the bill ofmaterial list

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Initial SoundDefine the sound data which fan gives to the ducts.

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Heating, cooling and special systems

GeneralID this ID makes all systems unique. It is not possible to change itafterwards.UserCode identification for the system. User Code can be used for examplein dimension texts.Name - description for the system. This is shown in the lists where you selectthe systems. Can be used also in dimension texts.Color color for the system can be selected with Select button.Linetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers (Project-> Heating, cooling and special systems -> Layers) is set toBy system.

Sizing MethodSelect the sizing method for this system. Sizing methods can be created inProject -> Pipes -> Heating, cooling and special systems -> Sizingmethods

BalancingMinimum dp for radiator valves [kPa] - define the minimum valuefor radiator valvesMinimum dp for zone valves [kPa] - define the minimum value forzone valvesWarning limit of high dp [kPa] - warning limit for balancing.Calculation gives warning, if the pressure exceeds this level in someobject.Balancing to minimum pressure - MagiCAD perform the balancing so,that the pressure drop remains as small as possible.Balancing to pump pressure - define the pressure, that you want touse for balancing, to Pump pressure [kPa] field

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CalculationsSelect the calculations which you want to allow using in this system.Flow sum - sum up all the flows. It doesnt change the pipe sizes etc.Sizing sum up the flows and also change the pipe sizes according toselected sizing criteria.Balancing sum up the flows and try to balance the system. Balancingdoes not change the pipe sizes.BOM (Bill of Materials) objects in this system are calculated to the bill ofmaterial list

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LiquidLiquid select the wanted liquid type. Liquid types can be created inProject -> Pipes -> Heating, cooling and special systems ->Heat transfer mediaTemperatures define the temperatures for supply and return water

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Water systems

GeneralID this ID makes all systems unique. It is not possible to change itafterwards.UserCode identification for the system. User Code can be used for examplein dimension texts.Name - description for the system. This is shown in the lists where you selectthe systems. Can be used also in dimension texts.Color color for the system can be selected with Select button.Linetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers (Project-> Water systems -> Layers) is set to By system.

Sizing MethodsSelect the sizing method for the systems. Sizing methods can be created inProject -> Pipes -> Water systems -> Sizing methods

BalancingMinimum dp for radiator valves [kPa] - define the minimum valuefor radiator valvesMinimum dp for zone valves [kPa] - define the minimum value forzone valvesWarning limit of high dp [kPa] - warning limit for balancing.Calculation gives warning, if the pressure exceeds this level in someobject.Warning limit of high/low qv - MagiCAD gives the warning if thewater flow is outside of this range in water points

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CalculationsSelect the calculations which you want to allow using in this system.Flow sum - sum up all the flows. It doesnt change the pipe sizes etc.Sizing sum up the flows and also change the pipe sizes according toselected sizing criteria.Balancing sum up the flows and try to balance the system. Balancingdoes not change the pipe sizes.BOM (Bill of Materials) objects in this system are calculated to the bill ofmaterial list

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TemperaturesDefine the temperatures of cold, hot and circulation water.

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Sprinkler systems

GeneralID this ID makes all systems unique. It is not possible to change itafterwards.UserCode identification for the system. User Code can be used forexample in dimension texts.Name - description for the system. This is shown in the lists where youselect the systems. Can be used also in dimension texts.Color color for the system can be selected with Select button.Range pipe color - the color of the connection pipe.Distribution pipes start from size Give the smallest pipesize which is considered as a distribution pipe. MagiCAD automaticallysets the pipe color according to the type of the pipe (connection pipe ordistribution pipe)Distribution pipe - color of the distribution pipeLinetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers

Linetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers(Project -> Sprinklers -> Layers) is set to By system.Welded pipes start from size pipe connections are weldedstarting from this size. Connection type (welded or components) affectsto the sprinkler calculation.

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Basic settingsArea of coverage [m2] the are that one sprinkler can handle. This isa default value for the sprinklers which are installed to this system. Areaof coverage value can be changed while installing the sprinkler and alsoafterwards.Pressure at weakest sprinkler [mbar] sprinkler launches when thisvalue exceeds.

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CalculationsSelect the calculation method. Only Hazen-Williams is in use at themoment.BOM (Bill of Materials) objects in this system are calculated to the bill ofmaterial list

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Sewer systems

GeneralID this ID makes all systems unique. It is not possible to change itafterwards.UserCode identification for the system. User Code can be used forexample in dimension texts.Name - description for the system. This is shown in the lists where youselect the systems. Can be used also in dimension texts.Sewer color color for the system can be selected with Selectbutton.Linetype this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers(Project -> Sewers -> Layers) is set to By system.

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CalculationsSelect the calculations which you want to allow using in this system.

Flow sum sums up all the flows. It does not change pipe sizes etc.BOM (Bill of Materials) objects in this system are calculated to the bill ofmaterial list

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1.3. Selecting products to the projectSettingsDevices and components, which are needed in the drawings, need to be selectto the project. After some device/component has selected to the project, it isimmediately in use in all the drawings which are connected to the same project. All the devices and components are located under Part list (Project ->Ducts/Pipes/Sewers -> Parts).

Select, for example, Supply devices. All the products which are now selectedto the project are shown in the window in right side.

Right-click in the window and select the option from the popup menu.

If you edit the product, the following dialog opens:

UserCode This is an identification code for device. It is shown in device listsand bill of material list. It can also be used in dimension texts.Product variables Product variable value can be used in layer namewith layer variable {PV}. P1-P5 are for extra information.National code the possible standard code can be set to this field.Product product code of the selected deviceObject ID format Devices can have an automatic device ID. It nothing isselected, then this value can be set manually for devices. Object ID settingscan be defined in Project -> Variable sets -> object ID formatsNote! All these values values can be used in dimension texts and MagiCADExport list. Select products to projectChoose the Select products to project option from the popup menu.

First, select the manufacturer whose products you want to use. You can search products with its product code or description.When the search function is used first time (or after updating the databases) ittakes some time because MagiCAD creates an index file. Next time the searchfunction is very fast. You can choose the product databases from the Progmans internet server

You can choose the product databases from the Progmans internet server(Internet databases) or from your own directory (Local databases). If you usedatabases from your own computer/own server, you can define the folder fromSelect product database path. You can download the latest databases fromProgman's website. Internet databases option requires an internet connection. Choose the rendered presentation or the wireframe presentation withdimension.Rendered picture can be rotated and moved with the left and the scroll buttonof your mouse. The Properties function shows more information about the selected product.


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1.4. How to define insulation series SettingsIt is possible to create new insulation series or copy them from other MagiCADprojects. Insulation series are located in Project dialog under each systemgroup (Project -> Ducts/Pipes/Sewers -> Insulation Series)

Insulation series for ducts

ID makes all insulation series unique. It is not possible to change itafterwards.UserCode identification for the series.Description - description for the series. This is shown in the lists where youselect the systems.National code possible standard code can be set to this field.Material the material code of the insulation seriesNote! All these values values can be used in dimension texts and MagiCADExport list. Type this linetype is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers (Project ->Ducts -> Layers -> Insulation) is set to By object.Color - this color value is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers (Project -> Ducts -> Layers -> Insulation) is set to By object.Line weight - this color value is used, if the setting in MagiCAD Layers(Project -> Ducts -> Layers -> Insulation) is set to By object. Define the thickness for insulation. If all the sizes have the same insulationthickness, mark the Dmax value to 999.Circular ducts in this example insulation thickness 50mm is used up to125 ducts. Then from 126-200 ducts the thickness is 60mm, etc.Rectangular ducts Rules are the same than with circular ducts. Set themaximum width to the Bmax and maximum height to Hmax. Insulation series for pipes

Insulation series for sewers

ManagerInsulations series can be imported from the selected project to the activeproject.

Group - Select the object group what you want to import to project.Source project - Select the project from where you want to import theinsulation series.Active project - Move the selected insulation series to the active projectwith the arrow to the right.Remove the insulation series from the active project with the arrow to left.


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1.5. How to create duct and pipe series

SettingsWhen you start to draw duct/pipe networks, you need to select the duct/pipeseries. MagiCAD use the sizes in that series when the system is sized withMagiCADs Sizing function.It is possible to create new duct and pipe series or copy them from otherMagiCAD projects. Duct and pipe series are located in Project dialog undereach system group (Project -> Ducts/Pipes/Sewers -> Ductseries/Pipe series/Sewer series)

Duct series

Manager - Select duct series from some other MagiCAD project.

ID makes all duct series unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.k this is the roughness factor of the ductFlexible duct select this one if the duct are flexible.Name name for duct seriesUserCode identification for the seriesNational code the possible standard code can be set to this field.Material material code for the seriesObject ID format Devices can have an automatic device ID. It nothing isselected, then this value can be set manually for devices. Object ID settings canbe defined in Project -> Variable sets -> object ID formatsNote! All these values can be used in dimension texts and MagiCAD Export list. Define the duct sizes for this series. Add the new size with right-click and Addbutton, and edit the existing size with double-click.Sizes in rectangular ducts is in order width x height. For example 600x300.Bend R/D defines the ratio of the bend radius and the duct diameter.Fit-on length minimum length for ducts. It means that if the value is forexample 40 mm then 2 bends after each others need at least 2x40 mm ductbetween them. And if you move the duct component as close to bend aspossible, it goes 2x40 mm distance from the bend.Extra length - this length is needed to get the female connection productbetween 2 fittings (for example Lindab MF). Right-click on the window to add more products in the product list. Moreinformation about this can be found in the documentation of the productionmodel.

Pipe series

Manager - Select pipe series from some other MagiCAD project.

ID makes all pipe series unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.k this is the roughness factor of the pipe. There are separate values forheating and water pipes.Hazen-Williams factor this value is needed in sprinkler calculations.Name name for the pipe seriesUserCode identification for the seriesNational code the possible standard code can be set to this field.Material material code for the seriesObject ID format Devices can have an automatic device ID. It nothing isselected, then this value can be set manually for devices. Object ID settings canbe defined in Project -> Variable sets -> object ID formatsNote! All these values can be used in dimension texts and MagiCAD Export list. Define the pipe sizes for this series. Add the new size with right-click and Addbutton, and edit the existing size with double-click.

Size pipe sized-in inner diameter of the piped-out outer diameter of the pipeValve size choose which size of valve is installed to this pipe sizeBend R/D defines the ratio of the bend radius and the pipe diameter.Fit-on length minimum length for pipes. It means that if the value is forexample 5 mm then 2 bends after each others need at least 2x5 mm pipebetween them. And if you move the pipe component as close to bend aspossible, it goes 2x5 mm distance from the bend.User field 1 of series extra information for the pipe series. Thisinformation is shown in the pipes installation dialog. Note: When sizing, MagiCAD goes through this list and selects the first sizewhich matches the sizing criteria. Sewer series

Manager - Select sewer series from some other MagiCAD project.

ID makes sewer pipe series unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.Name name for the sewer seriesUserCode identification for the seriesNational code the possible standard code can be set to this field.Material material code for the seriesObject ID format Devices can have an automatic device ID. It nothing isselected, then this value can be set manually for devices. Object ID settings canbe defined in Project -> Variable sets -> object ID formatsNote! All these values can be used in dimension texts and MagiCAD Export list. Define the sewer sizes for this series. Add the new size with right-click and Addbutton, and edit the existing size with double-click.

Size pipe sized-in inner diameter of the piped-out outer diameter of the pipeValve size choose which size of valve is installed to this pipe sizeBend R/D defines the ratio of the bend radius and the pipe diameter.Fit-on length minimum length for pipes. It means that if the value is forexample 5 mm then 2 bends after each others need at least 2x5 mm pipebetween them. And if you move the pipe component as close to bend aspossible, it goes 2x5 mm distance from the bend.User field 1 of series extra information for the pipe series. Thisinformation is shown in the sewer pipes installation dialog.

ManagerDuct and pipe series can be imported from the selected project to the activeproject.

Group - Select the object group what you want to import to project.Source project - Select the project from where you want to import theduct/pipe series.Active project - Move the selected duct/pipe series to the active projectwith the arrow to the right.Remove the duct/pipe series from the active project with the arrow to left.


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1.6. Flange series SettingsIt is possible to create new flange series in Project dialog (Project ->Ducts -> Flange Series)

Right-click the mouse and select Insert from the pop-up menu to create aflange series.

ID makes all flange series unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.Description - description for the series. This is shown in the lists where youselect the systems. Define the width and height for flanges. If all the sizes have the same flangesize, mark the max values to 9999.Circular ducts in this example circular ducts does not have flangesRectangular ducts Set the maximum width to the Bmax and maximumheight to Hmax and define the width and height of flanges to each size rule. How to use flange seriesFlange series can be selected as a default series for the duct series and it can

Flange series can be selected as a default series for the duct series and it canbe selected or changed in duct drawing options. Default value for duct series

Select the default Flange series.Only selected flange type allowed if this is active, it is not possibleto change the flange series in duct drawing options and the selected flangeseries is always used. Selecting the flange series in duct drawing options

Select the flange series for ducts. If the Default is active, the flanges alwaysget the size 20x20Note! Flanges are shown only in real product ducts, for example, Lindab ducts.


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1.7. Sizing methods SettingsYou can select the wanted sizing method for each ventilation-, heating/cooling and water system. It is also possible to create new sizing methods.When you start to create -or edit sizing methods, you need to select the sizingmethod. Sizing methods are located in Project dialog under each system group(Project -> Ducts/Pipes -> Sizing methods).

Sizing methods for ventilation

ID makes all sizing methods unique. It is not possible to change itafterwards.Description - description for the sizing method.

Description - description for the sizing method. Define the sizing methods. Add the new criteria with Ins button and edit theexisting criteria with double-click.Dekv-max defines the maximum diameter that v-max and dp-max are usedwithv-max [m/s] maximum velocity. When the velocity is reached, MagiCADtakes the next size.dp-max [Pa/m] maximum friction loss. When the pressure is reached,MagiCAD takes the next size.In this example the ducts are sized according to velocity thats why the dp-max is set so high that it is never exceeded.With this sizing method the sizing goes through all the duct sizes and changethe size if the velocity exceeds the 4 m/s. This is used until 160 duct size isreached. After that MagiCAD allows 5 m/s to the duct size 315. And so on.Note! The values have to be in right order in the list. It is also allowed to useboth velocity and friction loss in same method. Sizing methods for heating, cooling and specialsystems


Define the sizing methods. Add the new criteria with Ins button and edit theexisting criteria with double-click.Dekv-max defines the maximum diameter that v-max and dp-max are usedwithv-max [m/s] maximum velocity. When the velocity is reached, MagiCADtakes the next size.dp-max [Pa/m] maximum friction loss. When the pressure is reached,MagiCAD takes the next size.In this example the pipes are sized according to friction loss thats why the v-max is set so high that it is never exceeded.With this sizing method the sizing goes through all the pipe sizes and changesthe size if the friction loss exceeds the 50 Pa/m. This is used for all sizes.Note! The values have to be in right order in the list. It is also allowed to useboth velocity and friction loss in same method. Sizing methods for water systems


Define the sizing methods. Add the new criteria with Ins button and edit theexisting criteria with double-click.Dekv-max defines the maximum diameter that v-max and dp-max are usedwithv-max [m/s] maximum velocity. When the velocity is reached, MagiCADtakes the next size.dp-max [Pa/m] maximum friction loss. When the pressure is reached,MagiCAD takes the next size.In this example the pipes are sized according to velocity thats why the dp-max is set so high that it is never exceeded.With this sizing method the sizing goes through all the pipe sizes and changesthe size if the velocity exceeds the 2 m/s. This is used for all pipe sizes.Note! The values have to be in right order in the list. It is also allowed to useboth velocity and friction loss in same method. You can select differentmethods separately for cold, hot and circulation water pipes.


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1.8. Heat transfer media Liquid type is needed for the calculations of heating and cooling systems.

It is possible to create new liquid types. Select the Heat transfer media fromthe Project dialog (Project -> Heating, cooling and specialsystems -> Heat transfer media).

ID makes all liquids unique. It is not possible to change it afterwards.Description - description for the liquidDensity [kg/m3] density of the liquidHeat capacity [J/kgK] heat capacity of the liquidViscosity [m2/sE-7] viscosity of the liquid


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1.9. Absorption material (inner insulation) It is possible to define an absorption material series in project management.Absorption material is the insulation which is inside of the duct. SettingsIt is possible to create new absorption material in the Project dialog (Project-> Ducts -> Absorption material series)

ID makes all insulation series unique. It is not possible to change itafterwards.UserCode identification for the series.Description - description for the series. This is shown in the lists where youselect the systems.Thickness Define the thickness for insulation. InstallationAbsorption material is added to ducts by using the Change Propertiesfunctions.

Calculation with absorption materialPressure drop and sound calculation take absorption material intoconsideration.

Calculations which calculate the velocity (e.g. flow summation) take theabsorption material into consideration

Duct sizing checks the velocity and roughness caused by the absorptionmaterial

Pressure drop calculation takes the absorption material into consideration

Pressure drop calculation of outlets calculates the branches by using thespeed according to the inner diameter with an absorption material. Thefrictional resistance between the outlets also takes the absorption materialinto account.

Sound calculation takes the smaller surface area and higher speed intoaccount (ducts and fittings).

The attenuation of ducts is calculated according to SMACNA definitions.

The attenuation of ducts is calculated according to SMACNA definitions. Note!SMACNA does not have the reasonable values for circular bends andrectangular bends with rounded shape, so in these cases the attenuation isalways calculated without absorption material.

The attenuation calculation of distribution box has been changed according toSMACNA definitions. However, SMACNA definitions cover only a chamberwith one inlet and one outlet at the opposite side. Therefore MagiCAD usesits own formula for calculating the sound attenuation of separated ducts.Inaddition, SMACNA does not include a formula for the low octave bands of achamber without attenuation (the basic formula has a boundary frequency,under which the formula is not valid), so in this case the low octave bands willonly have the distribution attenuation.


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1.10. Update Drawing Data With this function ( ) you can update the information from project to drawing.This is needed if information is changed in the Project dialog. Almost every type of information can be changed and they can be updated todrawings - for example, symbols, product information, layer names, colors etc.


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1.11. Merge GeneralWith the Merge Project button you can merge data from another project to thecurrent project.

More information: 1.11. Merge Group selection


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Group selection

Source projectSelect the project from where you want to pick the objects.

GroupsSelect the groups which object you want to merge

Compare data

After the grous have been selected, select the Compare data button.MagiCAD check all the objects which will be imported. If there are objects withsimilar data, MagiCAD ask what to do.

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Compare data and merge

Merge listAll the objects which can be imported to active project are shown in a list. Objectswhich are not in an active project yet will automatically have an operation Createnew.If there are objects which have some similar data with existing product will haveoperation - which means thet the user must select an action. Select the object (ormany object with ctrl / shift buttons) and take a right click. PopUp -menu opens.

PopUp -menuThere are three options in popup -menu.

Show differences - MagiCAD shows the data which is different than inexisting product. With this information it is easier to choose if the

object can be imported or notDo not merge - select this option if you dont want to merge theobjectOverwrite existing - this option remove an existing object and takesall the data from the new object.

Ok - MergeAfter all the settings have been done, merge the objects to active project withthis button.

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2. Ventilation

More information: 2. Ventilation 2.1. Drawing the ducts 2.2. Installing air devices 2.3. Installing duct components 2.4. Installing flow arrows 2.5. Distribution box 2.6. Production model 2.7. AHU


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2.1. Drawing the ductsGeneralStart to draw duct with Duct button . If the command is used first time inthis MagiCAD session the Design options dialog is opened automatically.Later it can be opened by taking the Options from the PopUp menu (rightclick). Drawing optionsMagiCAD have 2 different "list" for drawing options. The other one is availablebefore any part of duct have been drawn -> start the duct drawing and take aright click when PopUp menu opens.

More options will be available after drawing a piece of duct. EditingIt is possible to edit all the values afterwards. For example Duct serie -andsize, insulation serie, status, lock status and branch types can beadded/changed afterwards with Change Properties function.

More information: 2.1. Drawing the ducts Design Options Drawing the duct

Drawing the duct Tips and Tricks


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Design Options

Duct optionsSeries select the wanted duct serieSize select the duct size. If the system will be sized with MagiCAD, then itdoesnt matter which size is used. It is however recommended to use as right sizesas possible because then it is easier to pre-make crossings and predict the spacerequirements.Locked it is also possible to lock the duct sizes. If the size is locked thenMagiCADs sizing does not change the duct size.Swapped this option change the rectangular ducts width and height to opposite.For example 300x100 swapped 100x300.

InsulationSelect the insulation serie if needed (defined in Project -dialog).

Flange seriesSelect the flanges if needed (defined in Project -dialog). Flanges are shownwith rectangular ducts.

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StatusIt is also possible to select the status for the ducts. Status can be for examplenew, to be removed, existing etc.

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RoutingSelect the routing method:Smart MagiCAD always use standard parts (for example bends)Direct it is possible to draw with non-standard parts

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Height difference in branchSelect the bend for the main duct branch connections. This bend is usedonly when the drawing direction is toward the main duct and if the ducts are indifferent height levels.Example: 30 deg is active and the duct is drawn from air device to main duct.Air device is in lower height level than main duct. When the branch duct isconnected to main duct, 30 degree angle is used.

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Alignment optionIt is possible to draw the ducts with different alignments. If the duct is drawnby using the alignment points, width-, height -or both values are locked:

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Bend -and reduction typesSelect the bend -and reduction type for circular and rectangular ducts.

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Branch typeSelect the branch types for duct-duct connections. Use outlets that break the duct as T-branches - if this isactive, outlet breaks the duct and in this case sizing is able tochange the size of the main duct as well.

Note: This option can be changed with Change Properties! Allow different connection sizes - With this option MagiCAD doesnot create a reduction to T-branches, if the duct size ischanged. Instead of reduction, MagiCAD change the size of T-branch connections.

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Automatically select products (while drawing)If Automatically select products (while drawing) is selected, MagiCADautomatically select real products if possible (real product has to be selected toduct series). If the box is unselected, MagiCAD uses generic products. If Show warning if product not found is selected, MagiCAD gives a warningmessage (in command line) if suitable product is not found.

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Automatical flexible duct selectionSelect the settings for automatic flexible duct connection. If this setting is active, MagiCAD will convert the connection duct automaticallyto flexible duct according to the settings.Note! Connection duct can be changed afterwards with Change Properties.

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Drawing the duct After the settings are ok, start to draw the duct. You can connect to theexisting duct or air device and then continue to draw duct. Alternatively you canstart to draw duct from the empty place. In this situation click the place where you want to draw the duct. Dialog opens.After the suitable system and height level are selected, start to draw duct.

More information: Drawing the duct System and Height level selection Drawing Drawing options Height level change (Z) Scramble connection


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System and Height level selection

SystemSelect the system for the ducts

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Coordinate systemIt is possible to select if the height levels are shown as an absolute heightlevels or from the floor.

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Height levelSelect the height level where you want to draw ducts. It is possible to give theheight level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct. MagiCAD thencalculates the other values according to duct size.

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ToleranceTolerance value is always automatically added to top/bottom height levelvalue when using Top/Bottom of buttons.

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Show reference partIt is possible to copy the height level from the existing MagiCAD/AutoCADobject.Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the top of theselected object. This value is put to the Bottom level field.Then object goes over the selected objectCenter of MagiCAD takes the height level from the center of theselected object. This value is put to the Center field. In thiscase the duct goes to the same height level with the selectedobjectTop of MagiCAD takes the height level from the bottom of theselected object. This value is put to the Bottom level field.Then object goes under the selected object

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From PartCopy the information from the selected object. Duct serie, size, system and theheight level wll be copied

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Drawing

DrawDraw the duct from point to point. Bends and T-branches are createdautomatically when drawing. If you want to get the duct shorter, just draw it backward. Or if you want to goback over the bend/branch take a right click and select Back option from thePopUp menu. Finish the drawing with enter or esc button. Or if you connect the duct to theair device or to other duct, the command ended.

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Right click PopUp -manuWhen the duct is drawn, all the drawing options are shown in AutoCADscommand line. They can also be used from the PopUp menu which appearswith right click.

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Drawing options

noConnect / Connect if foundif noConnect is active, the duct cant be connected to any object. This option isneeded for example in the situations where are many ducts very close eachothers.

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AngleSelect this option and choose an angle to the duct. AutoCAD Polar tracking isquite handy as well

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Zheight difference changes are made by using this option. Read more.

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OptionsOptions dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed

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BackDuct goes back to the previous bend/branch

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PlugMagiCAD add the plug to the end of the duct

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connnection NodeThis function adds the connection node to the end of the duct. It means that isis possible to continue to draw the duct from the other storey (other dwg). Allthe technical data is transferred.More information in other chapter.

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Standard conenctionConnect 2 open ends together with this function. With this function, you havepossibility to see the results with the standard angles or you can also createthe special connection with non-standard angles.

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forKAdd the installation plate to the end of the duct and continue drawing withmany ducts from that plate.

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smarT / direcTSwitch between smart and direct routing. This is the same option than in

Options dialog.

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DeviceAdd the air device to the end of the duct

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coMponentAdd the component to the duct

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cLeaning coverAdd the cleaning cover to the edge -or end of the duct.

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scRamble connectionConnect the duct to fitting (without reduction) by using the scrambleconnection function.Note! It is also possible to start to draw duct from the fitting. Read more.

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Height level change (Z)

Coordinate systemIt is possible to select if the height levels are shown as an absolute height levelsor height level from the floor.This selection can be done in all dialog's where you can set the height level.

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Height levelSelect the height level where you want to take the duct. It is possible to give theheight level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct.MagiCAD then calculates the other values according to the duct size. MaiCAD also has a tolerance value, which is automatically added to top/bottomheight level value when using Top/Bottom of buttons.

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Top-, center -and bottom of

It is possible to copy the height level from the existing MagiCAD/AutoCADobject. Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the top of the selected object.This value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes over the selectedobjectCenter of MagiCAD takes the height level from the center of the selectedobject. This value is put to the Center field. In this case the duct goes to thesame height level with the selected objectTop of MagiCAD takes the height level from the bottom of the selectedobject. This value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes under theselected object

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AngleSelect the angle for the height difference.If the angle is some other than 90, MagiCAD asks to show the direction forthe height difference

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Free -angleShow the end point and MagiCAD then choose the angle which takes the ductto the wanted height level.

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Scramble connectionGeneralIt is possible to connect the duct to fitting (without reduction) by using thescramble connection function. It is also possible to start to draw duct from thefitting (select the scRamble option immediately after starting the duct drawingfunction)..

Scramble optionsThere are also axtra options when the option scRamble connection is active.

More information: Scramble connection Options


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Options

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cancel scRambleThis option cancel the scramble conenction and goes back to "normal" ductdrawing mode.

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PlainAdd the plain scramble duct connection to fitting. It means that the connectionwill not have any outlet or reduction, it just connects the duct to the fitting.See the example drawing under outLet description.

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outLetConenct the duct to fitting with outlet connection.

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reDuction

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1 -sided rEduction

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OptionsSelect the options for outlet -and reduction scramble connections.

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Tips and TricksStarting to draw ductWhen you continue to draw the duct, you can do it in two ways: you can selectthe command and connect to the duct (or device) or you can first select theduct or device and then start the drawing from the + grip. With commandStart the command and connect to the duct or device and draw

from + gripSelect the duct or device and click the + mark and draw.

If you select the + grip from the middle of the duct, MagiCAD starts the ductcommand and then it is possible to connect where ever you want. Note! If the command does not start from the + grip, turn off AutoCADsdynamic input


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2.2. Installing air devices Selecting the air device

All the devices in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the air device fromthe list.Size - select the suitable size.Qv give the needed air flow in l/s or m3/h.Collar length define the lenth for the collar below air device box. If thevalue is out of range, the field goes red.All these values can be changed afterwards. Select the placement and orientation for the device. If the device is meant to beused only in some specific direction, the values cannot be changed. Air device properties, selecting new devices

Right-click on a product. The popup menu opens. Properties - Check the properties of the selected device.

Select products to project - select new products to the project.

Installing the air deviceAfter the right device is selected and the settings are ok, install the air device.It can be installed to the end of the duct, empty place or also to the edge of theduct. Options and installing air device to the duct

When the device is connected to the duct, it has to be rotated to the rightdirection. In this case the message is shown in AutoCADs command line.

If the air device is connected to the duct, it inherits the system from the duct.

Connect if this is selected, the air device can be connected to the duct. Direction if the device is installed to the empty place, it is good to rotate itto the correct direction before installation. It can of course be rotatedafterwards with AutoCADs rotate function.Grille direction in some devices, it is possible to rotate the diffuserseparately

Left: Normal grille direction. Right: Grille direction 45Options the Options dialog is opened and all the settings can be changed

Installing air device to the empty place

If the air device is installed to the empty place, the device selection dialogopens.

Select the system for the deviceIt is possible to select the status for the air device. Status can be, for example,new, to be removed, existing, etc. It can also be defined/changed afterwards. It is also possible to copy the height level from the existing MagiCAD/AutoCADobject.Align tops MagiCAD copies the height level (top level) from the selectedobjectAlign connections MagiCAD takes the connection height level from theselected object.Align inst.levels MagiCAD takes the height level from the selectedobjects inst. level. Or if the height level is taken for example from the duct, thenthe connection height level is used.Align bottoms MagiCAD copies the height level (bottom level) from theselected object. Select the height level where you want to install the air device.It is possible to give the height level to the top and bottom level of the device(bottom level is the bottom of the diffuser).It is also possible to give the height level of the installation point and the heightlevel of the device (=bottom height level the height of the diffuser).


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2.3. Installing duct components It is possible to install different kind of components to the ducts. Start theinstallation from some of the following buttons.

More information: 2.3. Installing duct components Fire damper Flow damper Silencer Other component Cleaning cover


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Fire damper Selecting the fire damper

All the fire dampers in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the firedamper from the list.Some components can be installed to the empty place (not connected to theduct). Size field is active in those components. When you right-click the mouse on the product, the popup menu opens.Properties - Check the information of the selected fire damper

Select products to project - Select new fire dampers to the project. Installing the fire damperWhen the duct component is installed, it is not needed/possible to select the

When the duct component is installed, it is not needed/possible to select thesize. MagiCAD automatically takes the same connection size than the duct sizeis.Select the component and then show the place from the duct where you wantto install it.


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Flow damper Selecting the flow damper

All the flow dampers in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the flowdamper from the list.Some components can be installed to the empty place (not connected to theduct). Size field is active in those components. When you right-click the mouse on the product, the popup menu opens.Properties - Check the information of the selected flow damper

Select products to project - Select new flow dampers to the project.

Installing the flow damperWhen the duct component is installed, it is not needed/possible to select thesize. MagiCAD automatically takes the same connection size than the duct sizeis.Select the component and then show the place from the duct where you wantto install it.


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Silencer Selecting the silencer

All the silencers in the project are shown in this dialog. Select the silencer fromthe list.Some components can be installed to the empty place (not connected to theduct). Size field is active in those components. When you right-click the mouse on the product, the popup menu opens.Properties - Check the information of the selected silencer

Select products to project - Select new silencers to the project.

Installing the silencerWhen the duct component is installed, it is not needed/possible to select thesize. MagiCAD automatically takes the same connection size than the duct sizeis.Select the component and then show the place from the duct where you wantto install it.


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Other component Selecting the other component

All the other components in the project are shown in this dialog. Select theother component from the list.Some components can be installed to the empty place (not connected to theduct). Size field is active in those components. When you right-click the mouse on the product, the popup menu opens.Properties - Check the information of the selected component

Select products to project - Select new components to the project. Installing the other componentWhen the duct component is installed, it is not needed/possible to select thesize. MagiCAD automatically takes the same connection size than the duct size

size. MagiCAD automatically takes the same connection size than the duct sizeis.Select the component and then show the place from the duct where you wantto install it.


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Cleaning cover Selecting the cleaning cover

All the cleaning covers in the project are shown in this dialog. Select thecleaning cover from the list. It is also possible to use General cleaning cover. Then it is not a realcomponent it is just a symbol which can be installed straight ducts, bends andplugs. General cleaning covers are included to bill of materials, but they are notseparated according to duct sizes. When you right-click the mouse on the product, the popup menu opens.Select products to project - Select new cleaning covers to theproject. Installing the cleaning coverWhen the cleaning cover is installed, it is not needed/possible to select the size.MagiCAD automatically takes the same connection size than the duct size is.Select the cleaning cover and then show the place from the duct where youwant to install it.

If the cleaning cover is installed to the edge of the duct, the direction needs tobe shown.Tip! Turn ortho off and you can rotate the cleaning cover around the duct.


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2.4. Installing flow arrows It is possible to add the flow arrows for air devices or to the empty place.MagiCAD automatically recognizes the system type of ait device and it cantake the correct arrow for that.Start the flow arrow installation with Flow Arrow button ( ). Extra options canbe selected from the popup menu (right-click).

noConnect The arrow is installed to the empty place with this option1-4 Select the number of arrowsDirection Rotate the flow arrows to the desired directionOptions Define the options for the flow arrows Flow arrow optionsSelect Options from the popup menu. The Arrow Options dialog opens.

Each system type has its own arrow options. Select the one you want to edit.Choose the length for the arrow "stick". If the Short and Long options are notsuitable, you can specify the length in the User Defined field.Choose the head type for the arrow and the figure for the arrow "stick". Youcan see the preview according to your selections. Installing the flow arrowOnce the settings are defined you can install the arrow. Install the arrow byclicking the air device.


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2.5. Distribution box It is possible to create a distribution box where can be 50 duct connections. 49ducts is able to come in to the box and 1 has to go forward towards the openend (air handling unit). This can be used in many purposes. Defining the distribution boxStart the function from Distribution Box button ( ).

Give the dimensions for the distribution box.

Installing the distribution boxDistribution box can be installed to the empty place or it can be connected tothe duct. After the sizes are defined, install the distribution box. Extra optionscan be selected from the popup menu (right-click).

Connect connect the distribution box to the ductDirection rotate the distribution box to the right position before installationto the empty place Installation to empty placeRotate the distribution box to the right position. Then show the installationplace. The New Part dialog opens.

Select the system for the box.It is possible to select the status for the box. Status can be, for example new,to be removed, existing etc. It can be defined / changed afterwards.Select the height level where you want to install the box. It is possible to givethe height level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct. MagiCAD thencalculates the other values according to distribution box size It is also possible to copy the height level from the existing MagiCAD/AutoCADobject.Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the top of the selected object.This value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes over the selectedobject.Center of MagiCAD takes the height level from the center of the selectedobject. This value is put to the Center field. In this case the duct goes to thesame height level with the selected object.Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the bottom of the selectedobject. This value is put to the Bottom level field. The object goes under theselected object. With the From Part button you can copy the information from the selectedobject. Size, system and the height level will be copied.

Installation to the ductSelect Connect from the popup menu. Then select the point from the duct,where the box is installed.

Unnecessary part from the duct can be erased. Different kind of ducts can becontinued from the distribution box.

Editing the distribution boxIt is possible to change the dimensions of distribution box afterwards. It can bedone in two ways with Part Properties function or from grip points. If thereare duct connections in distribution box, the ducts will be stretched (connectionremains). 1) Start edting with Part Properties function ( ) or by double-clicking thedistribution box.

2) Select the distribution box and then grab from the grip point ( ) and give thenew size by stretching the box.Height can be changed in 3D view.

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2.6. Production model In MagiCAD 2009.11 and earlier MagiCAD always used generic products. Nowthe user can select whether MagiCAD uses real products instead of genericones. Real products have the exact dimensions from the manufacturer.

More information: 2.6. Production model Selecting real products to the project Selecting products to duct series Using the new products Network analyzer Editing the fittings Rectangular ducts and flanges Female connection Install Any Product


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Selecting real products to the project MagiCAD Project Management now includes a new selection for real productfittings (Project Management -> Ducts -> Parts -> Fittings).Different parts (bends, t-branch etc.) can be selected to project just like anyother component. Products that are already selected to the project appear inthe window in right side. Right-click the mouse in the window and select thedesired option from the popup menu.

Properties... Shows the information of the productEdit Editing the product informationDelete Delete the selected product from the projectSelect products to project - Select new fittings from manufacturer`sdatabasesSelect non-geometry products to project Select genericproducts, whose dimensions do not come from manufacturer. These partswere used in older MagiCAD versions. When you select the Edit option, the following dialog opens:

Usercode - Identification code for product. It is shown in product lists and billof material list. It can also be used in dimension texts.Product variables - value can be used in layer name with layer variable{PV}. P1-P5 are for extra information.National code the possible standard code can be set to this field.Product Product code of the selected product.Object ID format - Devices can have an automatic device ID. It nothing isselected, then this value can be set manually for devices. Object ID settingscan be defined in Project -> Variable sets -> object IDformats.


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Selecting products to duct series Now when the wanted products have been selected for the project, they needto be added to duct series before use. They can be added to selected ductseries or maybe better way is to do own duct series for the real parts.NOTE! MagiCAD templates include Lindab Safe series which includes newproducts.

If Show all part types option is selected, Available products list shows allproducts that are selected from the project. Uncheck the box and it is possible

products that are selected from the project. Uncheck the box and it is possibleto select specific product type to available products list (duct, bend, t-branchetc.) Available products list show the selected products as selected from the filter. Select the products which will be included to duct series from the list and clickthe right arrow button to add them to the Selected products list (or double-clickthe part). To remove already selected products from the Selected products list,click the left arrow button. Selected products list shows products that are already selected to duct series.With Up and Down buttons the order can be changed. MagiCAD always usesthe first available product.


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Using the new products Products are ready to use after they have been selected to duct series. Newproducts can be selected with two different ways, automatically while drawingor afterwards with Change generic objects to products function. Selecting a product while drawingTo select product while drawing can be selected from the Design Optionsdialog. Design Options starts with Duct function ( ).

Select the duct series which includes the new products..The way to get MagiCAD uses the real product is this new product selection.Select Automatically select products (while drawing) if you want to use realproducts. If it is not selected, MagiCAD uses generic object (as previousversions).If Show warning if product not found is selected, MAgiCAD gives a warningmessage if suitable product cannot be found. Draw ducts like before, and MagiCAD uses the real products (if suitableproducts are found).

Selecting products afterwardsProducts can be selected to ductwork also afterwards with Change genericobjects to products function ( ) which opens the Product Selectiondialog.

Select the System Group. Real products can be selected only for ductworks.Select whether change the products to specific branch or the whole Systemfrom the Range field.System(s) which product will be changed can be selected from the System list.

Changing real products back to genericIf real products need to be change back to generic products, Changeproducts to generic objects function ( ) should be used. It works exactlythe same way as Change generic objects to products function.


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Network analyzer With this function it is possible to examine the duct networks. List shows e.g. ifparts are not products or does the product have an integrated reductions etc.Just click the function and Show Messages dialog appears.

System Select the specific system or all systems at the same time.Storey Select the specific or all storeys.Part type It is possible to select specific part type or all parts. Select Mark Selected Error and Zoom to find some specific error.Select Mark All Errors and all errors are marked from the picture. The list shows either all notifications or the notifications the user have selectedusing filters.


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Editing the fittings It is possible to edit the rectangular fittings afterwards. Select the fitting withPart Properties or by double-clicking it.

Select the Size... -function from the dialog.

Values can be edited by double clicking them. Values with "= "mark areconstant and they cannot be edited.

constant and they cannot be edited.Reset changes - this button restore the default values Automatic - MagiCAD defines the product code automaticallyManual - user defined product codeSizes - if the product has different size options, the size can be selected fromhere.Lock all dimensions - If this is active, MagiCAD sizing does not changeany sizes Preview pictures can be zoomed in/out with the scroll button of mouse. And itcan be moved by pushing the scroll button down.Define the settings for the big preview picture.


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Rectangular ducts and flanges MagiCAD automatically creates the flanges between duct and fittings whenusing real rectangular products. Flanges have a fixed size (thickness 20mm andheight 20mm).

Flanges can be turned on/off from Viewport Preferences.

Note! MagiCAD is able to show the flanges in shaded views only if the settingis saved to project/drawing defaults (Viewport Preferences --> Saveas project/drawing defaults). New layer settings are specified for the flanges (Connection Accessories).


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Female connection MagiCAD can create a female connection between two fittings. Suitableproduct for this is for example MF (from Lindab). MF is added between twofittings if 2xFit-on length + Extra duct length is exactly the same than the lengthof the product.

For example the MF has lenght 95mm for the duct sizes 63-200. In this casethe Fit-on length need to be 40mm and Extra duct length 15mm -->40+40+15=95Note: This product need to be before the duct in a priority list of duct series.


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Install Any ProductInstall Any Product function ( ) can be used for installing special products.These kind of products are Y-branches, S-bends and bends with cleaningbranch. In the future it is possible to install any product which is selected to project,with this function.

Select the object type, which you want to install. Add the mostly used productsto Favorites list by using the Add to Favorites button. Right-click in the window:

Properties shows the informationEdit for editing the product information.Delete the selected product.Select products to project - select new products from databases

Select the duct series and size which you want to install.Note! the sizing does not change the size of special fittings. It the size of theduct(s) is changed, the size of the special fitting need to be changed manuallywith Part Properties. Install the fitting to the empty place, or connect it to the end of the duct or tothe bend (bend with cleaning cover branch must be installed to the bend). S-part

Select the duct series and the connection size for the ducts. Define the dimensions for the S-part.Tip: if the similar s-part will be used later again, add it to Favorites list. Thenthe part with given dimensions is saved to project. Select the type of product code product code is shown for example in bill ofmaterial list.Automatic - MagiCAD create the product code for the part automatically.Manual - user defined product code

Pressure drop and sound calculation in S-part andY-branchS-part:

Pressure drop is calculated as there would be 2 separate bends.Sound calculation is calculated as there would be 1 bends.Sound attenuation is calculated as there would be 2 bends.

Y-branch:Pressure drop for Y-branch is calculated according to Ashrae HandBook1985.Sound calculation works in the same way than in any other branch.Sound attenuation only checks the distribution attenuation.


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2.7. AHUGeneralMagiCAD have a support for the Air Handling Units from manufacturer. Selectthe substations to project in Project dialog (Project -> Pipes ->Parts -> FAN). Installing the FanStart the installation from Fan button All the fans in a project are shown in a list. Right click opens the PopUp -menu. Properties - check the information of substationSelect products to project - select new fans to project

Select the Fan and install it to drawing.

More information: 2.7. AHU Fan options

Fan options


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Fan options

SystemsSelect the systems for all duct connections. It is possible to select the system fromthe object in a drawing with From part buttons.

StatusIt is also possible to select the status for the ducts. Status can be for example new,to be removed, existing etc.

Coordinate systemIt is possible to select if the height levels are shown as an absolute heightlevels or height level from the floor.This selection can be done in all dialog's where you can set the height level.

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Height levelSelect the height level where you want to install the substation. It is possible

to give the height level to the bottom, center or top level of the duct.MagiCAD then calculates the other values according to the substation size. It is possible to copy the height level from the existing MagiCAD/AutoCADobject. Align tops MagiCAD takes the height level from the object and align thetop levels to same height level.Align Inst.levels MagiCAD takes the installation height level from theobject and align the installation levels to same height level.Align bottoms MagiCAD takes the bottom level from the object and alignthe bottom levels to same height level.

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3. Piping

More information: 3. Piping 3.1. Heating, cooling and special system pipes 3.2. Water pipes 3.3. Sewer pipes 3.4. Installing and connecting radiators 3.5. Radiator for hot water systems 3.6. Installing tap water and sewer points 3.7. Installing pipe components 3.8. Installing other sewer components 3.9. Installing other pipe device 3.10. Installing manifold 3.11. Substation


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3.1. Heating, cooling and special system pipes Pipe optionsStart to draw pipes with Pipe button(s). It is possible to draw supply pipe, return pipeor supply and return pipes at the same time ( .)If the command is used first time in this MagiCAD session the Pipe options dialog isopened automatically. Later it can be opened by taking the Options from the popupmenu (right click).

Series select the pipe seriesSize select the pipe size. If the system will be sized with MagiCAD, then it doesntmatter which size is used. It is however recommended to use as right sizes aspossible because then it is easier to pre-make crossings and predict the spacerequirements.Locked it is also possible to lock the pipe sizes. If the size is locked thenMagiCADs sizing does not change the pipe size.Insulation Select the insulation series if needed. Select the pipe positioning from the cursor (supply) pipe.Distance define the distance between the pipes If you want to avoid the crossings between branched and main pipes, you can definethe automatic height difference in branch.

the automatic height difference in branch.Available angle options are 90 and 45.Note! if the dH in branch value is negative, pipes goes downward.

It is also possible to select the status for the pipes. Status can be for example new,to be removed, existing etc. It is possible to define the radius for flexible pipes.Do not use MagiCAD uses the R/D value which is defined in pipe seriesUse if this is active, define the radius to the field. Then MagiCAD always use thisradius. Select the routing method:Smart MagiCAD always use standard parts (for example bends)Direct it is possible to draw with non-standard parts Select how the pipes are located after the height difference. Cursor (supply) pipestays in the height level which was given.Smart MagiCAD always stretch the pipes so that they are nor crossing.

Top (cursor pipe below) MagiCAD always keep the cursor (supply) pipebelow the other pipe.

Bottom (cursor pipe above) MagiCAD always keep the cursor (supply) pipebelow the other pipe.

Manual MagiCAD always use the settings defined in Pipe positioning from cursorpipe.

Note! Pipe series and size, insulation series, status, lock status and branch typescan be added/changed afterwards with Change Properties function. Drawing the pipe(s)After the settings are ok, start to draw the pipes. You can connect to the existingpipes, radiator, cooling beam etc. and then continue to draw pipes. Or you can startto draw pipes from the empty place. In this situation click the place where you wantto draw the pipes. The Heat pipe positions dialog opens.

Select the system for the pipes.Select the height level where you want to draw pipes. It is possible to give the heightlevel to the bottom, center or top level of the pipe. MagiCAD then calculates the othervalues according to pipe size. It is also possible to copy the height level from the existing MagiCAD/AutoCADobject.Top of MagiCAD takes the height level from the top of the selected object. Thisvalue is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes over the selected objectCenter of MagiCAD takes the height level from the center of the selected object.This value is put to the Center field. In this case the pipe goes to the same heightlevel with the selected object

level with the selected objectTop of MagiCAD takes the height level from the bottom of the selected object.This value is put to the Bottom level field. Then object goes under the selected object. After the suitable system and height level are selected, start to draw pipe.

Draw the pipes from point to point. Bends and T-branches are created automaticallywhen drawing.If you want to get the pipes shorter, just draw them backward. Or if you want to goback over the bend/branch take a right click and select Back option from the popupmenu.Finish the drawing with enter or esc button. If you connect the pipes to the radiator orto other pipes, the command ends. Drawing optionsWhen the pipe is drawn, all the drawing options are shown in AutoCADs commandline.

They can also be used from the popup menu, which appears with right click.

noConnect if this is selected, then pipes cant be connected to any object. Thisoption is needed for example in the situations where are many pipes very close eachothers.Angle choose the angle to pipesZ height difference changes are made by using this option.Options Options dialog is opened and all the settings can be changedBack pipe goes back to the previous bend/branchPlug MagiCAD add the plug to the end of the pipe.connection Node this function add the connection node to the end of the pipe. Itmeans that is is possible to continue to draw the pipe from the other storey (otherdwg). All the technical data is transferred. More information in other chapter.Valve add valves to pipes. MagiCAD ask to install valve to supply pipe first andafter that to return pipe. If only one pipe (supply or return) is drawn, then there are more options

Special connection you can connect two open ends together with thisfunction. Then you have possibility to see the results with the standard angles or youcan also create the special connection with non-standard angles.

smarT direcT you can switch between smart and direct routing. This is thesame option than in the Options dialog.coMponent add the component to the pipe Height difference changesHeight difference changes are always made with the Z option.

Select the height level where you want to take the pipe.It is also possible

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