The
Runner Properties tab of the
Hot runner dialog is used to specify the geometric and thermal properties of the hot runner.
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Explanation
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| Cross-section is
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Define the runner by specifying the size, runner cross-section, and any taper.
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| Heat loss into mold option
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The following options are available:
- Automatic
- The specified constant flux value is used. If a heater element is detected, the program defaults to the
Use heater element option.
- Constant flux
- The specified constant flux value is used.
- Insulating properties
- The specified insulating properties are used to calculate the heat loss. The insulating layer conductance and the air gap can be defined in the dialog accessed from the
Edit insulation button.
- Use heater element
- The properties of the heater element are used.
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