This dialog is used to edit the properties of elements or regions of type Mold insert surface.
To access this dialog to edit the properties of existing model entities, select at least one element or region of type
Mold insert surface, then either select
(), or press
Alt-Enter, or right-click and select
Properties.
The collection of property values defined on the dialog are saved to a property set with the description shown in the Name box. In addition, you may be given the option to also apply the property values to related entities in the model.
| Dialog element | Explanation |
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| Material from which this feature is made | Use the drop-down menu to select whether you want the feature to be constructed from resin or metal. An insert block can be a non-plastic material (usually metal) that is molded into the part, or pressed into the part after molding, in order to achieve a desired cavity shape and/or cooling effect.
Click Select to edit the properties of the selection you made. |
| Interface conductance | Specifies the ability of heat to be dissipated from the selected region of the mold. A greater interface conductance means the greater the ability for heat to be extracted. Enter the required interface conductance value.
Note: You can specify interface conductances for an in mold label, mold insert, or a parting surface.
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