Runner System Wizard-Gates

The Gates - Page 3 of 3 page is used to specify geometry information for the gates of the feed system.

Tip: To create a banana gate using the Runner System Wizard, specify a side gate by Length.

Dialog elements

Side Gates
This group of options is used to specify the geometry and dimensions of the side gates to be created in the feed system.
Note: These options are available only if you have placed one or more injection locations on the side wall of the part.
Orifice diameter
This box indicates the orifice diameter of your side gates.
Included angle
This box indicates the Included angle of the side gates.
Length
Specifies the length of the side gates by a length value.

Enter a value for the length, as indicated in the associated graphic.

Alternatively, you can define the side gate length by specifying an Angle value.

Angle
Specifies the length of the side gates by an angle.

Enter a value for the angle, as indicated in the corresponding diagram.

Alternatively, you can define the side gate length by specifying a Length value.

Top Gates
This group of options is used to specify the dimensions of the top gates to be created in the feed system.
Note: These options are available only if you have set one or more injection locations on the top of the part.
Start Diameter
The diameter of the gate where it connects to the runner (feed) system.
End Diameter
The diameter of the gate where it connects to the mold cavity.
Length
Specifies the length of the top gates to be created.