Before you start modeling, it is a good idea to plan the numbering prefixes and start numbers you will use for the entire project. Careful planning prevents numbering conflicts.
To save time, include the numbering series in the default part properties for each type of part before you start modeling.
You may want to omit the part prefix for minor parts, such as plates. If you do this, ensure that you assign a Start number for that numbering series so that it will not overlap other parts.
Example
One way to plan the numbering series is to create a table:
Part type
|
Part
Prefix
|
Part
Start number
|
Assembly
Prefix
|
Assembly
Start number
|
|---|
Beam
|
PB
|
1
|
AB
|
1
|
Vertical brace
|
PVB
|
1
|
AVB
|
1
|
Horizontal brace
|
PHB
|
1
|
AHB
|
1
|
Rafter
|
PR
|
1
|
AR
|
1
|
Purlin
|
PP
|
1
|
AP
|
1
|
Column
|
PC
|
1
|
AC
|
1
|
Plate
|
|
1001
|
A
|
1
|
