Panel Layout Module

The Panel Layout template is designed to make it easy to draw accurate metalworking plans for custom connection panels. All the symbols provided for this template are drawn to scale with a high attention to detail in both front and rear views.

Panel Layout - Front View

Front High Detail View

Panel Layout - Metalwork View

Front Metalwork View

Panel Layout - Rear View

Rear High Detail View

The default settings for the Panel Layout template are as follows:

Item

Default Value

Grid Size X

10 mm

Grid Size Y

10 mm

Number of Snaps X

1

Number of Snaps Y

1

View

Front View, High Detail, Clearances ON

The following layers are created by default in this environment and the symbol shown here is built up using objects on specific layers as described.

Connector-PL.gif

Some layers are designed to hold symbol information, some are there so that users can add their own information in the drawings they produce. These layers are indicated by [User].

Layer Name

Purpose/Convention

Sample

Work Layer

[User] General purpose working layer. (No objects appear on this layer in symbols)

 

Outline

Not used. Provided for compatibility with Rack Layout environment.

 

Front Low Detail

Not used. Provided for compatibility with the Rack Layout environment.

 

Front High Detail

Accurate graphical representation of the front of products.

Connector-PL-FrontHigh.gif

Rear Low Detail

Not used. Provided for compatibility with the Rack Layout environment.

 

Rear High Detail

Accurate graphical representation of the rear of products including pin numbers where appropriate.

Connector-PL-RearHigh.gif

Guide Lines

Horizontal and vertical centre lines to allow for accurate positioning.

Connector-PL-GuideLines.gif

Visual Notes

[User] For general comments regarding layout or any other general construction directions.

 

Punching

Cutouts required to mount the product.

Connector-PL-Punching.gif

Punching Dimensions

[User] For the addition of measurements giving details of the position of cutouts specifically.

 

Engraving

A text field is provided ("XXX") which can be edited to show engraving or labelling

Connector-PL-Engraving.gif

Engraving Dimensions

[User] For the addition of measurements giving details of the position of engraving specifically.

 

Clearances

The recommended distance required to allow for fixing or manipulation of connectors, their associated cables and any other items (e.g. levers and latches)

 

Assembly Notes

[User] For general instructions to those assembling the panel.

 

Wiring Notes

[User] For general instructions to those wiring the panel.

 

Insert Outline

Not used. Provided for compatibility with legacy applications.

 

System References

[User] Any information required by the user to identify components within the system.

 

Module Targets

Insertion targets for modular equipment which needs to be precisely located within a sub-frame.

 

Title & Borders

[User] Drawing border and any information used to reference the drawing (company details, project, drawing number etc.).