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Pipe Variable
Create a pipe surface with variable radii around a rail curve
Details
ID
tool-surface-pipe-variable
Name
Pipe Variable
Group
Surface
Package
Tool
Keywords
pipe
Input ports
| Name | Type | Description | Default Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curve | Curve | Base curve | |
| Parameters | Number | Curve parameters for radii | |
| Radii | Number | A list of radii for every defined parameter |
Output ports
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | Surface | Resulting surface |
Creation method
There are two options for creating a Pipe Variable node.
- The first way to create a Pipe Variable node is using the search list, which is opened by double left-clicking in the workspace. You can write the name of the node you need, or words associated with this node.
- pipe
- The second way is to select a Pipe Variable node from the menu that opens from the top left.
- Menu > Tool > Surface > Pipe Variable
Steps
- Create a Pipe Variable node.
- Connect the curve along which you want to create pipe to the first port.
- Connect the pipe start radius to the second port.
- Connect the pipe end radius to the third port.
After creating the node, connect the curve along which you want to create pipe to the first port. Connect the pipe start radius to the second port and the end radius to the third port.
See also
Sweep 2
Revolve Surface
Loft Surface
Extrude Along