Cross-Sectional Dimensions dialog

This dialog is used to specify the cross-sectional dimensions of the selected elements, which could be cold or hot runners, gates sprues, part beams, cooling channels, part surface curves or beam elements.

This dialog is accessed when you select an element to edit. Depending upon the shape you select, you will have the option to Edit dimensions. This dialog appears, when you click on Edit dimensions. The dimensions that you are required to enter will depend on the shape you select.

A number of different cross-sectional shapes for beam elements are supported, as well as a generic definition of the cross-sectional shape based on a shape factor.

Note: If you select Shape Is: Tapered (by angle) for runner system related beams or elements, you are required to enter a Tapered angle value. The tapered angle is equivalent to half the included angle. For example, standard sprues have an included angle of .5″/12″, or about 2.38°, which corresponds to a tapered angle of 1.19°.