The
Sprue/Runners/Drops - Page 2 of 3 page is used to specify geometry information for the sprue, runners, and drops of the feed system.
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Explanation
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| Sprue
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Define the sprue.
- Orifice diameter
- The initial diameter of the sprue.
- Length
- The length of the sprue.
Note: The default calculation originates from the maximum height in Z direction, the default runner diameter, multiplied by 10.
- Included angle
- The sprue taper expressed as an included angle
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| Runners
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Define the runners.
- Diameter
- Define the diameter of the runners.
- Trapezoidal
- Select for a trapezoidal runner
- Included angle
- Specifies the include angle value for the trapezoidal runners, as shown in the illustration.
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| Drops
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Define the drops.
- Bottom diameter
- The diameter of the drops where they meet the gate.
- Included angle
- The drop taper expressed as an included angle
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