Autodesk Fabrication Configuring a Tap Fitting

Issue:
You need to create a tap fitting in Fabrication CADmep or CAMduct but the fitting (CID) shows tees. After researching all the different takeoff fittings show branch fitting as tee and there are not any fittings (CID) for just a tap fitting. 

Solution:
By using the tee fitting such as CID 58 you can turn off the main duct for the tee to create a tap. 
Use makepat or double click on one of the fittings under the HVAC – Systems – Round folder in the Item selection dialog box to open one of the tee fittings to open the pattern settings dialog box.  
On the Options tab change the Pipe Part from 1 to No Pipe to remove the main and turn the tee into a tap. 

Select the redraw button

Now you have a tap fitting for use.

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Sr. Support Specialist<br><br>Paul is responsible for client technical support as well as the set-up and configuring of plotters; support and service calls; and the installation, demonstration, and education of clients in AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, AutoCAD MEP, AutoCAD P&ID, Advance Steel, Navisworks, Raster Design, Revit Architecture, Revit MEP, Revit Structure and 3D Studio MAX. He draws upon his years of experience as a technical engineer to assist customers in the creation and implementation of standards, the set-up of plotter and pen styles and the creation of custom blocks.

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