Import product and manufacturing information from parts with associated JT data

To import product and manufacturing information (PMI) from parts with associated JT data, you must convert this data to the IPXML format. When you submit the part to the Ballooning of 2D/3D Drawings or Models workflow, the associated JT data is converted to the IPXML format. You can then import the PMI from this part into the Inspection Definitions of a Control Plan or its operations.

You can also directly attach these types of JT and IPXML files to the part and import the PMI:

• 3D data (JT) with the Direct Model type and a relation of Rendering

• IPXML dataset with the PMI XML type and a relation of PMI XMLRelation

Note

When you attach a JT or IPXML file to the item, ensure that you select the Relation specified in the AW_BCT_INSPECTOR_COMPARE_DATASETS preference.

Procedure

1. Open the item that contains the associated JT data.

2. Choose More Commands > Manage > Submit to Workflow.

3. In the Submit to Workflow panel:

From the Template list, select the Ballooning of 2D/3D Drawings or Models workflow.

Accept the default workflow Name or type your own.

Enter a Description for the new workflow.

Click Submit.

The workflow converts the associated JT data to the IPXML format. The generated IPXML file is attached to the item with the Relation defined for you by the administrator. In a Control Plan or the operation of the Control Plan, in the Linked Parts panel of the PMI tab, when you search for this part to import its PMI, this part becomes available.