Profiling operating parameters can give greater control over the final product. Different profiles can be modeled to ensure an accurate analysis.
The following profiles can be incorporated:
- Ram speed or filling profiles, which are used to vary the screw movement during the filling phase.
- Pressure or packing profiles, which are used during the packing phase.
Profiles are specified as a series of steps. You can create a mixed profile, which has sections of both constant and linear adjustment of the parameter profile.
Constant profile
A constant profile specifies steps with a constant value, for example, a constant pressure or screw movement as shown in the following diagram.
Note: To create a stepped constant profile, you must enter steps with a duration of 0 seconds.
Linear profile
A linear profile specifies a change in parameter value, which increases or decreases linearly during the step, as shown in the following diagram.
