Select the molding process

In this task, you will select the molding process and the analysis sequence that will be performed.

Download the files for this tutorial from Autodesk Knowledge Network - Setting up a Multi Cavity Fill analysis tutorial.

1. Click File > New Project.

2. Type in Modeling tutorial for the Project Name.

3. Click OK.

4. Click (Home tab > Import panel > Import).

5. Select the Files of type drop-down list. The list of file types directly supported is shown. Select Study files (*.sdy).

6. Navigate to where you stored the tutorial files.

7. Click the file model_4.sdy and click Open.

   Autodesk Moldflow supports several different molding processes such as Thermoplastic Injection Molding, Reactive Molding, Thermoplastic Overmolding, etc. Select the process that reflects the process you are simulating.

8. Click (Home tab > Molding Process Setup panel > Thermoplastics Injection Molding). The range of supported molding processes are listed. Thermoplastics Injection Molding is the default which is what is being used for this model.

   After selecting the molding process, the analysis sequence is set. The available analysis sequences available depend on the molding process selected. An analysis sequence can be comprised of modules that investigate different aspects of the process. Modules include Fill, Pack, Warp, Cool.

9. Click (Home tab > Molding Process Setup panel > Analysis Sequence).

   The Select Analysis Sequence dialog appears.

   Tip: You can click More... for a complete list of analysis sequences available for the selected molding process.

10. Select Fill.

11. Click OK.

Notice in the Project View pane that there is a symbol next to the study name. It shows you that you have selected a Fill analysis for that study. When the analysis has been run and results are available, the symbol changes to a solid color .

When analyzing a part from an imported CAD model, start with a basic Fill analysis to check the filling pattern, injection pressure, and the location of air traps or weld lines. Once you are satisfied with the filling parameters for the part, you can run a Fill+Pack analysis (fill and pack phases). Then run further analyses such as Cool or Warpage.

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