Multi-Parallel Connections

Overview

The Multi-Connections tool in AECInspire gives you two efficient methods for running multiple parallel conduits between devices in a single workflow. For shorter runs, you can click a device multiple times during a connection to create several parallel conduits at once. For longer runs where you need more path control, you draw a single home run first and then use the Duplicate Connection tool to generate the parallel conduits from it. Either way, circuit management is built directly into the conduit properties — letting you control exactly which circuits run through which pipes, with wire fill updating automatically as you go.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Method A — Multi-Click for Shorter Runs

Step 1 — Set Up Your Connection Open the Connections tool and configure your connection type, conduit size, and conduit type as usual.

Step 2 — Click the Source Device Click the panel or source object to start your connection run.

Step 3 — Click the Destination Device Multiple Times Click the destination device (e.g. a junction box) multiple times — once for each parallel conduit you need. Each click creates a separate connection that shares the same from and to endpoints. For example, three clicks creates three parallel conduit runs.

Step 4 — Repeat for Additional Destinations If you have another device to connect, click that device the same way to build its parallel runs. All previously made connections are retained automatically.

Method B — Duplicate Connection for Longer Runs

Step 5 — Draw the Single Home Run For longer runs where you need to route conduit along a specific path, draw a single connection line from the panel or source to the destination device. Right-click and select Edit Connections to refine the path, adding points as needed to follow the required route.

Step 6 — Select the Completed Run Once the home run path is set, click on the conduit run to select it.

Step 7 — Right-Click and Choose "Duplicate Connection" Right-click anywhere on the screen and select Duplicate Connection from the dropdown. The system will generate a parallel conduit that follows the exact same path as the original run.

Step 8 — Repeat to Create Additional Parallel Runs Repeat Steps 6–7 for each additional parallel conduit needed. This avoids having to manually re-route each run along a complex path.

Step 9 — Save the Connection Once all parallel runs are in place, click Save to commit the connections.

Circuit Management

Step 10 — Open Properties on a Conduit Run Click into a conduit run (or a group of parallel conduits) and open the Properties panel. The system displays the circuits currently assigned to that conduit — for example, circuits 12 and 16 running through a 3-conduit pack.

Step 11 — Assign Circuits to Specific Conduits By default, all circuits are checked across all conduits. Use the Circuit Number dropdown to control which circuits run through which individual conduit. Uncheck any circuits that should not be in a particular pipe.

Step 12 — Confirm Wire Fill Wire fill updates automatically as you adjust circuit assignments, giving you a live confirmation that each conduit is correctly loaded.

Notes & Tips

• For short runs of 2–3 conduits, the multi-click method (Method A) is the fastest approach — no extra steps required.
• For longer runs with a specific routing path, always draw the single home run first, refine the path, then duplicate. This saves significant editing time compared to re-routing each parallel run individually.
• Circuit management lives inside the conduit properties — you can revisit and adjust circuit-to-conduit assignments at any time after the connections are made.
• Wire fill recalculates automatically whenever you change circuit assignments, so you always have accurate fill data without manual updates.
• All connections sharing the same from and to endpoints are managed together, making it easy to handle multi-circuit home runs cleanly.