Pre-defined, industry-standard shapes with unchanging dimensions (e.g., W-shapes, UC/UB sections).
For complex, asymmetrical shapes (e.g., custom aluminum extrusions), you can sketch a cross-section directly:
Tekla will compare the incoming profiles with the existing database.
Tekla Structures categorizes profiles into several distinct types: tekla structures profile catalog
The real power of the lies in Parametric Profiles .
Displays the profile type, code, and basic description.
Tekla Structures Profile Catalog is a central database containing the cross-sectional properties (dimensions, analysis properties, and user attributes) of all profiles available for modeling. This guide covers how to access, customize, and manage these profiles. Tekla User Assistance 1. Accessing and Navigating the Catalog To open the catalog, go to the menu and select Catalogs > Profile catalog Tekla User Assistance Displays the profile type, code, and basic description
: While powerful, the "Modify Profile Catalog" interface can be intimidating for beginners due to the deep level of technical detail required for custom profile definitions.
For standard shapes missing from a specific regional environment, you can manually append rows to the existing binary database: Navigate to the .
Master Your Projects: A Guide to the Tekla Structures Profile Catalog 🏗️ Tekla User Assistance 1
Right-click an existing category folder and select .
| Profile Type | Definition | Use Case | Data Storage | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Pre-manufactured shapes adhering to industry standards (e.g., IPE, HEA, W-shapes). | Commonly used for standard steel beams and columns. Should not be modified by regular users. | Properties are stored in the central profdb.bin file. | | Parametric Profiles | User-definable shapes based on a generic form (e.g., "I", "C", "L", "Box"). | Ideal for custom-designed elements where dimensions may vary. The cross-section is calculated each time you open the model. | Can be custom-created and saved in the catalog. |
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User-defined shapes governed by variables and rules (e.g., a rectangular profile where height and width can be modified on the fly). Core Catalog Files