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    Default Is it possible to bend the pipe?!

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    Hi,
    I was wondering if it is possible to bend the pipe while drawing.
    I don't mean using elbows or parts, just drawing the pipe in arc?
    At the moment I have created some custom parts, 4xD bends to represent my layout. Just curious to know if it is possible?
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    It would be better to create these fittings with the proper bend radius, but to get away with something you can create an arc or polyline, select it, right-click > Convert To > Flex Pipe. It will give you an option to make it a braided hose or something if I remember correctly. It's not perfect but it works.

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    Thanks for reply
    I will try it, and compare it with my fittings

    Thanks again for your help
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    Dont use MEP but if you Extrude a circle along a "PATH" it will give a tube bend, this may be helpfull.
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