# Which families should I use for Arkitech, Howick or Pinnacle frames?

After you load Metal Framing default families (**Settings** > **Load Families** > **Main Families**), you should use the C+C\_CH families in the Framing Configurations:

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## **Framing Configuration**&#x20;

The default Framing Configurations for Arkitech/Howick/Pinnacle frames include these profile sizes:

* Metric: **M\_C+C\_CH Chamfered Profiles X5** and **M\_C+C\_CH Chamfered Profiles 3200 configurations:** 89mm studs and plates
* Imperial: **I\_C+C\_CH Chamfered Profiles**: 3 1/2" studs and plates

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Your wall types should be linked with one of the above default Framing Configurations. [Learn more](https://docs.besmart.software/3d-modeling-and-design/metal-framing/getting-started/framing-arkitech-howick-or-pinnacle/wall+m)
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You can always modify or duplicate default Framing Configurations. [Learn more](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ui8Lgs_kn3s)
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## **MF C+C\_CH Stud**

**MF** **C+C\_CH Stud** is used for **all** **vertical elements:**

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**Note**: C+C and C+C\_CH stud families are designed for different framing systems. [Learn more](https://docs.besmart.software/3d-modeling-and-design/metal-framing/faq/family-libraries/what-is-the-difference-between-c+u-c+c_ch-and-c+c-families)
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### Common Studs

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### L, End, V and T Connections

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### Ridge Studs

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### Secondary Studs

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### King studs, Trimmers and Cripple Studs

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## MF C+C\_CH Plate <a href="#mf-cc_ch-plate" id="mf-cc_ch-plate"></a>

**MF C+C\_CH Plate** is used for all horizontal elements (except service holes and strap bracing):

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**Note**: C+C and C+C\_CH plate families are designed for different framing systems. [Learn more](https://docs.besmart.software/3d-modeling-and-design/metal-framing/faq/family-libraries/what-is-the-difference-between-c+u-c+c_ch-and-c+c-families)
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### Top and Bottom Plates (Tracks)

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### Headers, Top Supports and Sills

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### Blocking/Nogging

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