Temperature, core (averaged) result (Concept)

The Temperature, core (averaged) result shows the temperature of the core across it's thickness, calculated at the end of the cooling time, using the Cool (FEM) solver.

The temperature of the mold is taken into consideration when calculating the temperature of the core, and is based on the average mold surface temperature over the whole cycle , including the clamp open time. The Temperature, core (averaged) result is calculated using the finite element boundary method (FEM).

Using this result

You can use this result to identify localized hot or cold spots on the surface of the core. Using the cutting plane tools, you can also examine the temperatures within the core; there should be only a small variation in average temperature. Areas of high average temperature may indicate areas that are poorly cooled. Consider adding cooling channels near these areas.

Note: If you animate the result, you can see how the temperature in the core changes with time inside the solid model.

Tip: You can create an XY plot of the core (averaged) temperature, on any given node to see how the temperature at that node varies with time. Click on

Results in the Results pane of the Home tab, then click

(New Plot > Plot) and scroll down to the result. Remember to change the Plot type to XY plot.

Things to look for

When viewing the Temperature, core (averaged) result, watch for the following.

The temperature of the core should cool to the specified mold temperature at the end of the cycle.