User Guide

AutoCAD P&ID Integration
AutoCAD P&ID functionality is integrated directly
into AutoCAD Plant D. Using these capabilities,
you can create and edit piping and instrumentation
diagrams, then reconcile the underlying data with
the D model.
Specifications and Catalogs
AutoCAD Plant D helps streamline the placement
of piping, equipment, support structures, and other
plant components through spec-driven technology
and standard parts catalogs like ANSI/ASME (B)
and DIN/ISO. When you need to create a spec,
you can work directly with included content-rich
catalogs, or you can modify the catalogs to meet
your project’s requirements.
Piping
From the initial spec through the final design,
AutoCAD Plant D software optimizes the creation
and editing of spec-driven pipelines. With this
feature, you can route pipe, edit a line of pipe and
its component elements, and manage a system
of connections. You have the option to route pipe
semi-automatically or manually. As you route pipe,
additional components such as gaskets or flanges
are added automatically.
Equipment Elements
This feature enables you to create, modify, manage,
and use equipment in your drawings. A comprehensive
library of standard equipment elements is available for
use from within the tool palette. You can add custom
content to your library as well.
Structural Elements
Use this feature to identify issues such as interferences
in your plant model. With it, you can parametrically
create a small set of structural elements, including
AISC steel members and structural trim, such as stairs
and cage ladders. You can also externally reference
structural drawings created in Autodesk
®
Revit
®
Structure software, AutoCAD
®
Structural Detailing
software, and other applications.
Autodesk Navisworks Compatibility
AutoCAD Plant D models are directly compatible
with the Autodesk
®
Navisworks
®
family of products
for seamless design review, visualization, and
clash detection.
Construction Document Generation
From the D model, you can easily generate and share
isometrics, orthographics, and other construction
documents. Information is directly exchanged with the
D model, helping to ensure that your construction
documents are accurate, consistent, and up to date.
Report, Search, and Query
Use these features to search for, query, and
manipulate the data contained in drawings.
Generate materials lists and create reports based on
your particular search criteria. You can then export
the information as piping component format (PCF)
files for integration into other applications like
stress analysis or spool generation packages.
A Better AutoCAD for Plant Design