Vbo Piping Pro V217 Sketchup Plugin <2026>

For any pipe network beyond the simplest single run, VBO Piping Pro saves hours of manual work. The cost of the plugin is typically recovered in the first project.

With your group selected, use this command to open an options window where you can select the collection, size, and fitting types.

Select a group containing lines and activate this to set size, collection, and ending types. Branches Modifier (Edit Tool)

: While the user mentioned v2.1.7, the developer has since released VBO Piping Pro 3 vbo piping pro v217 sketchup plugin

: Better handling of complex T-junctions and multi-angle branch connections without breaking the pipe geometry.

Automates manual modeling of complex, multi-branch piping systems.

The plugin is a specialized Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) extension for Trimble SketchUp, designed to automate the creation of complex piping networks from simple line geometries. While earlier versions like v2.1.7 established its core utility, the tool has evolved into a comprehensive suite for modeling conduits, ducts, and cable trays. Functional Core: Streamlining MEP Workflows For any pipe network beyond the simplest single

: Use the native line, arc, or Bezier pathing tools to trace the layout routes of your system.

Mastering MEP Design: The Ultimate Guide to the VBO Piping Pro v2.1.7 SketchUp Plugin

The plugin will generate the 3D pipes.

[Draw Edges] ──> [Group Lines] ──> [Run VBO Piping Pro] ──> [Modify/Generate BOM] 1. Path Definition

Sketch the path of your piping system using lines (1D edges) in SketchUp .