New Mold Base

The available types of configuration are based on the initial parameters that you set while defining the types and sizes of mold plates that make up the Plate SetPlate Setthe mold plate configuration of the mold base. These include the Catalog and Standard or Non-standard Plate Sets.

Each catalog has predefined settings (based on the manufacturer's catalog), however, special settings are also available for non-standard configuration.

Defining a mold base configuration consists of the following stages:

Choosing the type and size of the mold

Setting the types and sizes of the plates

Adding Components

Part Locations

In each if the above stages, the appropriate Mold Base Plate Set Wizard dialog is displayed.

Mold Base Plate Set Wizards

Each of these dialogs (displayed when defining a mold base configuration) shows a Guide on the left side which can be used to navigate between the wizard dialogs and also to Hide or Show the dialogs.

In the example below, the first of these dialogs is displayed. Notice that the currently displayed dialog is highlighted in the Guide on the left.

Navigate to other dialogs in the plate set either by clicking on the appropriate button in the Guide or by using the Next and Back buttons. Again, the currently displayed dialog is highlighted in the Guide on the left of the dialog. IllustrationIllustration

Click the Hide Dialog button to display only the Guide. In this case, the Hide Dialog button toggles to Show Dialog.

Hiding the Plate Set Wizard dialog is useful when viewing the Preview of the new mold base in the Graphics Area.

Loading Process

Once you have completed the mold configuration:

• The assembly structure is created according to the selected configuration.

• The Catalog parts are loaded and placed in their appropriate positions in the mold assembly.

• The main mold assembly is opened and activated.

Some functionality may be dependent on the product package. Contact your Reseller if you require a license.