Eptar Reinforcement Archicad 26 Info
Why use Eptar at all if ArchiCAD 26 has a Rebar tool?
| Feature | Native Rebar Tool | Eptar | |--------|----------------|-------| | Learning curve | Gentle | Steep but powerful | | Automatic beam reinforcement | No (manual each bar) | Yes (full cage in one click) | | Code-based spacing rules | Partial | Full (including seismic zones) | | Bar bending schedule | Basic table | Customizable to local standards | | Cost | Included in AC26 license | Additional license (approx. €600/year) | eptar reinforcement archicad 26
Bottom line: For occasional beams and footings, native is fine. For daily structural detailing, Eptar pays for itself in a single project. Why use Eptar at all if ArchiCAD 26 has a Rebar tool
| Action | Why |
|--------|-----|
| Use Rebar Sets, not Single Rebars | Maintains parametric association with host element. |
| Define Cover via Host Element Properties | Avoids manual overrides; EPTAR relies on accurate cover. |
| Use Planar/Linear distribution modes | EPTAR favors geometry-driven placement over manual positioning. |
| Create Rebar Subsets for openings/punching shear | Archicad 26 allows nested rebar sets – crucial for EPTAR completeness. |
| Apply IFC Rebar Export mapping | If EPTAR data must go to IFC 4x3, map Archicad rebar marks to IfcReinforcingBar. | | Action | Why | |--------|-----| | Use
If you want, I can produce any of the following next:
When using Eptar with Archicad 26, keep the following in mind:
