Import the first model

The first step in modeling a family mold is to import the first model that is to be included.

Download the files for this tutorial from Autodesk Knowledge Network - Family mold folder.

• The gate location has been optimized.
• The melt and mold temperatures specified in the process settings, as well as the molding window, is comparable for all models.

1. Click (Start & Learn tab > Launch panel > New Project).

   The Create New Project dialog appears.

2. Enter family in the Project name text-box.

3. Click OK.

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

   The Import wizard-Model selection dialog appears.

5. Click Browse and navigate to where you stored your tutorial files.

6. Select mouse_top.stl and then click Open.

7. Step through the Import Wizard dialog, accepting the defaults.

8. Right-click on mouse_top_study in the Project View pane and select Rename from the menu that appears.

9. Enter mouse_family in the text-box, then press Enter to accept the change.

10. Rotate the model to investigate the model geometry.

11. Click (Home tab > Molding Process Setup panel > Injection Locations) and click on the model to set the location as shown.

    

12. Right-click in the Model pane and select Finish Set Injection Locations from the context menu.

13. Right-click on the injection location and select Properties from the context menu.

    The Edit properties dialog appears.

14. Enter the following coordinates in the relevant text box:

    Y: 45

    Z: 28

    Note: The X value should not be changed here, as the injection point is on a YZ plane that is important to the final family mold.

15. Click Apply, and then Close to exit the Edit properties dialog.

In the next task you will add the second model.