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Export D Model to Moldflow Insight
You can export the D mold base information to
Moldflow Insight for cooling analysis.
The mold block is exported by default. Specify the
inserts, cooling system and components to export.
If necessary, you can add hose definitions in the
dialog box before export. The export process removes
unnecessary hole features from the core/cavity
solid. Open the file with Moldflow Insight to validate
and optimize plastic parts, injection molds, and the
injection molding process.
Runner Balancing
If Moldflow Adviser is installed on the system, you
can use the Runner Balance command to perform a
runner balance analysis on a multi-cavity or family
mold design. After the analysis completes, apply the
results to balance the flow into each cavity and achieve
uniform part quality.
Mold Base Author
The command Mold Base Author identifies the
members of an assembly as mold base components,
and specifies the alignment options and mold base
structure. This command is available in two locations:
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In an assembly, choose the Manage tab, Author Panel.
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In a mold design, choose the Mold Assembly tab,
Author panel.
Cooling Channel Check
Use the Cooling Channel Check command to analyze
the distance between cooling channels and other
elements of the mold base.
Specify the Minimum Distance and then check for
clearance, spacing, interference, and other violations.
Right-click an error in the report and use Find in
Window to locate the error in the graphics window.
The Cooling Channel Check supports three types of
checking:
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Safety Check
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Interference Check
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Cooling System Check