Construction Grid: CP_CGRID – CADPower Command

Summary

The CP_CGRID command in CADPower provides a versatile tool for creating labeled construction grids in CAD drawings. This command allows users to create grids in various orientations and shapes, including horizontal, vertical, inclined, bi-directional, and circular grids. Grids can be generated interactively or automatically, making it an adaptable tool for diverse design requirements.

CADPower -> Draw Tools -> Geometry -> Construction Grid

Key features include:

1. Grid Types:
   • Horizontal, Vertical, Inclined, and Bi-Directional: Create rectangular grids in multiple orientations, either individually or in combinations.
   • Circular Grid: Generate circular grids with defined start and end angles and set angle intervals for evenly spaced radial lines.
2. Placement Type:
   • Automatic: Automatically fills a defined area with grid lines according to specified dimensions.
   • Interactive: Allows for manual placement of each grid line with user-defined distances or angles, providing precise control over spacing.
3. Rectangular Grid Settings:
   • X and Y Dimensions: Define the grid’s rectangular dimensions, with options to customize origin and numbering direction.
   • Numbering Options: Choose between bottom-to-top numbering or custom origin settings to meet layout preferences.
4. Circular Grid Settings:
   • Angle Configuration: Set start and end angles with adjustable intervals, allowing for precise circular segmentation.
5. Grid Labeling:
   • Starting Grid Number: Set starting characters for horizontal/inclined and vertical/circular grid labels (e.g., ‘A’ for horizontal, ‘1’ for vertical).
   • Increment Type: Select numeric or character-based incrementing for labels, providing flexibility in labeling conventions.
6. Layer and Label Settings:
   • Assign specific layers for grid lines, labels, and circular lines, with customizable colors and line properties to maintain drawing organization.
   • Label Position: Configure label placement at the top, bottom, left, right, or both sides of the grid lines for clear readability.
7. Interactive Mode Options:
   • In interactive mode, set distances or angular values to determine the next grid line’s position relative to the previous line. For instance:
     • Distance from Inner/Outer Points (Circular Grids): Specify a distance from the inner or outer points to place the next grid line.
     • Angle-Based Placement (Circular Grids): Enter angles to position the next radial grid line clockwise or counterclockwise.

Use Case:

Ideal for CAD users in fields like architecture, engineering, and site planning, CP_CGRID enables the quick setup of structured reference grids for layouts, plans, and sectional drawings, ensuring accuracy and alignment throughout the design.