SP3D Instrumentation is a powerful 3D design tool for creating precise and detailed instrumentation systems in industrial projects. It allows for the accurate placement and routing of instruments, ensuring efficiency and compliance with project requirements. The software integrates seamlessly with other disciplines, promoting collaboration and minimizing errors. With real-time updates, SP3D Instrumentation ensures consistency across the project. It also includes advanced clash detection, helping identify and resolve conflicts early in the design process.
Field Scope & Importance
- Create accurate 3D models for instrumentation systems.
- Integrate instrumentation designs with other project disciplines.
- Optimize routing of instrumentation cables for space and efficiency.
- Automatically update designs in real-time across the project.
- Identify and resolve design conflicts early in the process.
- Generate detailed reports and diagrams automatically.
Working Steps for SP3D Instrumentation

Project Setup
Define project parameters, select instrumentation catalogs, and establish workspace settings.

Instrument Modeling
Place instruments, junction boxes, and control panels accurately within the 3D model.

Routing & Connectivity
Route instrument cables and connect them to devices, control systems, and termination points.

Reporting & Validation
Generate instrument index, wiring reports, and validate model data for design accuracy.
Curriculum
- SmartPlant 3D Introduction
- Templates/Session Files
- Filters (Database query)
- Views
- Common Toolbar
- Selecting Objects
- Surface Style Rules
- WBS Items
- Common Toolbar
- Space management
- Inserting Reference Files
- Placing Control Points
- Interference Detection
- STRUCTURE
- Placing Grids/Coordinate systems
- Copy/Paste Members
- Structure Modelling
- Footing
- SP3D- ELECTRICAL
Core functions of SP3D Instrumentation

Real-Time Updates
Ensure instant design updates across all project components.

Detailed Reporting
Generate comprehensive reports and docs for instrumentation systems.

Advanced Visualization
Visualize instrumentation designs in 3D to enhance decision-making.

Design Flexibility
Modify instrumentation designs quickly to meet project demands or changes.

Space Efficiency
Optimize the use of space when placing instrumentation and routing cables.

Clash-Free Design
Identify and resolve clashes between instruments and surrounding systems.