How do you create and manage catalogs?

A CATIA catalog is a structured document that stores references to parts, features, or configurations. It allows users to organize and reuse frequently used components, such as bolts or other standard parts, across multiple projects. This improves efficiency and ensures consistency in design.

1. To create a catalog
   • Open the catalog editor workbench:
   • Navigate to start > infrastructure > catalog editor.
2. Create a new catalog
   • Go to file > new, select CatalogDocument, and click OK.
   • A blank catalog with a default chapter will appear.
3. Add chapters and families
   • Right-click on the catalog structure to add chapters (categories) and families (groups of related components).
   • Name the chapters and families appropriately for easy organization.
4. Insert components
   • Add individual components or part families by linking them to the appropriate family in the catalog.
   • Use the add component option to include specific parts or features.

You can use the design table feature to quickly add multiple configurations of a single part:

1. Create a parametric model with configurable dimensions or properties.
2. Link the model to a design table containing all desired configurations.
3. Use the design table to generate all configurations automatically within the catalog, saving significant time compared to manual insertion.