Inserting Layers Into A Compound Structure; Layer Wrapping - Autodesk 24000-000000-9860 - Revit Architecture - PC User Manual

Layer Functions
Layers can be assigned the following functions:
Structure [1]: Layer that supports the remainder of the wall, floor, or roof.
Substrate [2]: Material, such as plywood or gypsum board, which acts as a foundation for another material.
Thermal/Air Layer [3]: Provides insulation and prevents air penetration.
Membrane Layer: A membrane that commonly prevents water vapor penetration. The membrane layer
should have zero thickness.
Finish 1 [4]: Finish 1 is typically the exterior layer.
Finish 2 [5]: Finish 2 is typically for the interior layer.

Inserting Layers into a Compound Structure

1 Access the type properties of the compound element.
2 For Structure, click Edit.
3 Click Insert to insert layers.
4 For Function, select a function for a layer.
5 For Material, select a material for a layer.
6 For Thickness, specify a thickness for a layer.
7 If you want to move the position of the layer, select the layer, and click Up or Down.
8 Set the detail level of the view: Click View menu

Layer Wrapping

Compound wall layers can wrap at inserts, such as doors and windows, and at the end caps of the wall.
Wrapping is visible in plan view only.
Compound wall with no end-cap wrapping
The Edit Assembly dialog appears, allowing you to specify the material for layers and the thickness
of those layers.
TIP If desired, create a new type in the Type Properties dialog by clicking New and entering a name
for the type.
NOTE If you wish to create a new material for the list, see the Materials command. Among other
settings, the Materials command includes commands for specifying cut patterns. For more information
about materials, see Materials
patterns, see Fill Patterns on page 449. You cannot choose material or thickness for core boundary
layers.
value to medium or fine.
on page 459. For more information about creating and setting cut
View Properties. Set the Detail level property
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