5.12.3.1. Classification (CNS)

The CADENAS classification (CNS) is not directly visible in the PARTdataManager but a large number of functions are controlled via the assigned class characteristics.

The classification (CNS) is not only designed for parts, but also for part components such as connection points [Connection points].

Before assigning, select the desired option in the list field under Filter.

  • Classes

  • Connection points

  • Axes

  • Coordinate system

  • Edges

  • PLANE

  • Sketch

  • Surfaces

In addition to the Classes option, the Append points [Connection points] option is used particularly often.

You can classify connection points (geometric objects) in PARTproject also classify them in the preview [Preview]. The advantage of this is that you have a direct reference to the component. See also Section 5.12.9, “Classify connection points ”.

If you select the Classes option in the filter [Filter], the following selection appears:

Classes after selection of "Classes [Classes] "

Classes after selection of "Classes [Classes] "

  • CNSCAX, Cax Basis: Award for symbols and layouts, e.g. in the electrical and BIM sectors.

  • CNSDATAQUALITY, Data Quality:

  • CNSECOMPROP, e-commerce properties:

  • CNSELEK, Elektro: For specific use, see Section 5.12.11, “Classify Electrical Parts ”.

  • CNSEXTERNALAPI, External API:

  • CNSGEOMBASE, Geometric properties: General properties for all areas

    The features in detail -> see below

  • CNSPARTCOM, PARTcommunity:

  • CNSPHYPROP, Physical properties: General properties for all areas

    The features in detail -> see below

  • CNSPIPING, Piping:

  • CNSERPBASE, characteristic properties: General properties for all areas, e.g. order number, type code, description texts for tendering software, etc.

    The features in detail -> see below

  • CNSSKETPROP, Sketch properties:

  • CNSSPECPROP, Specific properties:

[Note]Note

The classes CNSERPBASE (material characteristic properties), CNSGEOMBASE (geometric properties) and CNSPHYPROP (physical properties) contain general characteristics that should ideally always be set as far as possible.

  • Class CNSERPBASE (Object Properties)

    CNSERPBASE

    CNSERPBASE

    Feature Description
    CNSUSECASE Use case
    CNSORDERNO Order number -> also displayed under menu item Variables
    CNS_DESCRIPTION_LONG Description long
    CNS_DESCRIPTION_SHORT Description short
    CNSEAN EAN-Code
    CNSCCN ECCN-Code
    CNSQUANTITY Quantity Unit
    CNSPRICE Price
    CNS_RAWMETERIAL Raw Material
    CNSSTDDTIME Standard delivery time
    CNSTYPECODE Type code -> Display also under menu item Variables
    CNSMNTINTV Maintenance Intervals
    CNSCERTIFICATEDNV Certificate DNV
    CNSCERTIFICATEEMAS Certificate EMAS
    CNSCERTIFICATEEX Certificate Explosion Protection
    CNSCERTIFICATEFSC Certificate FSC
    CNSCERTIFICATEISO14001 Certificate ISO14001
    CNSCERTIFICATEPEFC Certificate PEFC
    CNSCERTIFICATEPROP65 Certificate Proposition 65
    CNSCERTIFICATEREACH Certificate REACH
    CNSCERTIFICATEROHS Certificate RoHS
    CNSCERTIFICATEWEEE Certificate WEEE
    CNSCTN Customs Tariff Number

  • Class CNSGEOMBASE (Geometrical Properties)

    CNSGEOMBASE

    CNSGEOMBASE

    Feature Description
    CNS_NOSECTION No section in 2D
    CNSEXTRUSIONVAR Extrusion Variable
    CNSLODDEST LOD Destination
    CNSLODLEVEL LOD Level

  • Class CNSPHYPROP (Physical Properties)

    CNSPHYPROP

    CNSPHYPROP

    Feature Description
    CNS_COG_X Center of Gravity X-Coordinate
    CNS_COG_Y Center of Gravity Y-Coordinate
    CNS_COG_Z Center of Gravity Z-Coordinate
    COLLISIONSPACE Collision space
    CNSDENSITIY Density -> Display also under menu item Variables
    CNSMASSEXACT Mass -> Display also under menu item Variables
    CNSMAT Material -> Display also under menu item Variables
    CNSVOLUMEEXACT Volume
    CNSWORKINGSPACE Working Space

If you select the Add points [Connection points] option in the filter [Filter], the following selection appears:

Classes after selection of "Add points [Connection points] "

Classes after selection of "Add points [Connection points] "

  • CNS_CP_EXT_BODY, Extraction Body

  • CNS_CP, Insertion Point

    • CNS_CP_NAMED, Insertion Point Named

    • CNS_CP_CLASS_AREA, Class Area

    • CNS_CP|4, Elektro -> see Section 5.12.11, “Classify Electrical Parts ”

    • CNS_CP_FIX_POINT, Fixing Point

    • CNS_CP|2, NX Insertion Point

    • CNS_CP_PLACE_PC, Placement Coordinate system

    • CNS_CP_PLACE_PA, Placement Plane/Axis

    • CNS_CP|5, Simulation

    • CNS_CP|1, Smap Insertion Point

    • CNS_CP|3, SolidWorks Electrical

  • CNS_CP_MEDIA, Media

    • CNS_CP_MEDIA_HOTSPOT, Hotspot

  • CNSPIPECONNECTOR, Piping Connector

    • CNSPIPECONNECTOR_OVAL, Oval Pipe Connector

    • CNSPIPECONNECTOR_RECT, Rectangular Pipe Connector

    • CNSPIPECONNECTOR_ROUND, Round Pipe Connector

    • CNSPIPECONNECTOR_TRAPEZ, Trapezoid Pipe Connector

  • CNS_CP_AREA, Type of Area

    • CNS_CP_AREA_CONE, Cone

    • CNS_CP_AREA_BOX, GeometryFormBox

    • CNS_CP_AREA_CYLINDER, GeometryFormCylinder

    • CNS_CP_AREA_SPHERE, GeometryFormSphere

    • CNS_CP_AREA_TRUNCATED_CONE, Truncated cone

You can find out how the assignment of classes and features actually works under Section 5.12.5.1.1, “ Assignment of classes and characteristics at project level ”.