The template part is a start part template model used to create a standard solid. It has a relation set that drives its geometry. You should locate this part in the directory that is specified in the catalog.mnu file.

Before you create the template part and its associated features, you must name the template part as follows:

Catalog Directory Name_universal

You use the catalog template models as templates to create any similar models in a particular catalog. For example, one ejector pin template model is used to create 7000+ different ejector pins supplied in the new Ejector Pin Catalog. These models must contain the necessary geometry to locate the pins as well as the necessary relations to drive the geometry changes. Layout files must also be defined for all model types and sizes according to the Catalog Engine conventions. You can customize and use the template models as start part files for new catalog creation. All changes that you make in the catalog template models are automatically reflected in the Catalog dialog boxes.