Prerequisite tasks for Microcellular Injection molding

The following table summarizes the setup tasks required to prepare a Microcellular injection molding analysis of a non fiber-filled, or fiber-filled thermoplastic material.

Setup taskAnalysis technology
Molding processes
Meshing the mold
Checking the mesh before analysis
Analysis sequences
Selecting a material1
Injection locations
Velocity/pressure switch-over point
Process settings

Optional setup tasks

Setup taskSupported for analysis technology
Occurrence numbers
Cavity/core side mold temperatures
Valve gates

[1] Select a fiber filled material to run a Fiber orientation analysis.