Vbo Piping Pro V2.1.7 Sketchup - Plugin

To master VBO Piping Pro V2.1.7, use these free resources:

Quickly toggles between 2D schematic views and 3D geometric models by switching specific layers (e.g., 8_mep_piping2D and 8_mep_piping3D ).

: Objects are created as organized groups or components, making it easy to quantify materials and manage the model hierarchy. What’s New in Version 2.1.7 Vbo Piping Pro V2.1.7 Sketchup Plugin

Pros: Industry-specific logic, stable performance, excellent support documentation. Cons: Steep initial learning curve for the aut-routing logic; no native macOS ARM optimization (runs via Rosetta 2).

: Refined algorithms for placing tees and crosses on complex multi-directional line networks. To master VBO Piping Pro V2

: Addressed issues related to unit conversion (Metric vs. Imperial) and fixed occasional crashes when processing large selections of edges. Typical Workflow

The standout feature in V2.1.7 is the intelligent handling of joints. In native SketchUp, joining two pipes at an angle requires manual modeling of an elbow. Vbo automates this. Cons: Steep initial learning curve for the aut-routing

Additionally, the places Clevis hangers, roller supports, and U-bolts. You can toggle the display of support geometry on/off to keep the model lightweight during editing.

Right-click the pipe run > "Export BOM" to CSV. The output includes:

Click the "Auto-Route" icon. Set your preferences: