Clamp force centroid result

The Clamp force centroid result shows the center of the clamp force applied on the part, or the center of mass or gravity.

Note: You must ensure the model is correctly oriented to generate the correct result. The clamp force direction is + Z direction in the coordinate axis.

Using this result

The Clamp force centroid result displays the center of the clamp force pressure in your mold design, indicated by the black arrow on the part. The direction of the arrow indicates the mold opening direction.

Note: The centroid is recorded at the time of the highest clamp force.

Things to look for

• The clamp force centroid should be located in the center of the part to indicate an even clamping force.
• The arrow should indicate the mold opening direction.