SoftDraft Bolts2KS Imperial

Win32 and 64, English

SoftDraft, LLC

Bolts2K parametrically creates bolts/nuts/washers in plan or elevation views for easy placement in steel details. Additional modules included in this App are Slotted Holes, U-Bolts, and Fasteners.

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General Usage Instructions

Bolts2K is a software app that can be used to create 2D and 3D drawings of bolts and other threaded fasteners. It is a popular tool among Structural engineers, Architects, machinists, and other professionals who need to create accurate and detailed drawings of bolts.

Bolts2K can be used to create a variety of bolt drawings, including elevation views, sectional views, and exploded views. It also includes a variety of features that allow users to customize the appearance of their drawings, such as the ability to add washers, nuts, and other fasteners.

Overall, Bolts2K is a powerful tool that can be used to create accurate and detailed drawings of bolts and other threaded fasteners. It is a valuable tool for engineers, machinists, and other professionals who need to create accurate and reliable drawings of bolts.

Here are some specific examples of how Bolts2K can be used:

Bolts2K is a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of settings. It is a valuable tool for anyone who needs to create accurate and detailed drawings of Bolts, Anchor Bolts, Fastneers and U-Bolts.

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Commands

Ribbon/Toolbar Icon	Command	Command Description
	BOLTS2K	Displays the main Bolts/Nuts/Washers Dialog. Select one of the buttons along the top of the dialog from the list of bolts/Nuts/Washers. Select the required view Plan, Section, or 3D-Solid. Select from the available list of sizes and enter the required options for the selected item. Click OK to place the selected item then follow any prompts.
	FASTENER2K	Displays the Fasteners dialog. Select either ANSI or BIS then the view. Click one of the Nominal sizes from the list and the length required.Select the required layer from the drop-down list. Click OK to place the Fastener.
	ANB2K	ANB2K Displays the Anchor Bolts dialog. Select from the Standard or J-Type anchor bolt button at top of dialog. Select required bolt diameter then enter the length and select options as required. Click OK to place the anchor bolt.
	UBOLT2K	Displays the U-Bolts dialog. Select Standard of Lightweight u-bolt then select the size from the Sizes list. You may also override the dimensions for the u-bolt by entering the values in the edit boxes. Select the required layer from the drop-down list. Click OK to place the U-Bolt.

Installation/Uninstallation

The installer that ran when you downloaded this app/plug-in from Autodesk App Store will start installing the app/plug-in. OR, simply double-click the downloaded installer to install the app/plugin. You may need to restart the Autodesk product to activate the app/plug-in. To uninstall this plug-in, exit the Autodesk product if you are currently running it, simply rerun the installer, and select the "Uninstall" button. OR, click Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features (Windows 7/8.1/10/11) and uninstall as you would any other application from your system.

Additional Information

You have 15-days to activate the software. When running in non-activated mode this dialog will only appear once the first time the program is executed in a new or existing drawing which indicates the number of Days Remaining before the program stops. Until you are ready to activate the software, you can run the software in the Non-Activated mode before it expires.

To activate the software, when you open a new or existing drawing and a dialog appears prompting you to press "OK" button to Activate Now. This takes you to the SoftDraft Activation dialog showing your License Code and an edit box for you to enter the License Key.

To receive your License Key, click in the License Code edit box, then copy the License Code. To avoid mistakes, we suggest that you copy it from this dialog and paste it in an email, instead of entering it with the keyboard, then send it to support@softdraft.com

Please include the name the app was purchased under and company name. After we receive the email we will send the License Key back, usually within 24 hours, for you to enter into the dialog. Copy the License Key from the email into the License Key edit box area of the Activation dialog, then click "OK" to close the dialog.