Vbo Piping Pro V2.1.7 Sketchup Plugin -
Click the "Project Settings" icon. Set your global standard to ANSI or DIN. For this tutorial, select 6-inch Schedule 40 Steel as the default line size. Set the "Fitting Gap" to 2mm to account for weld seams.
Even the best plugins have quirks. Here is how to solve the top three user complaints for this version: Vbo Piping Pro V2.1.7 Sketchup Plugin
Issue 1: "The plugin crashes when I hit 'Generate BOM'" Click the "Project Settings" icon
Issue 2: "Fittings are rotated 90 degrees incorrectly" Issue 2: "Fittings are rotated 90 degrees incorrectly"
Issue 3: "I can't see the pipe wall thickness"
VBO Piping Pro is a paid commercial plugin. As of V2.1.7, typical pricing ranges from $79–$129 USD for a single-user license, depending on sales or bundles. A free trial (limited to 30 days or 50 pipe segments) is often available from the developer’s website.