1. Rewrite Align Geometry
This new feature makes Align Geometry easier and moreoptions are offered. Parting direction and side parting direction are necessary. The center can be customized or defined by the product center combined with Z0 position.
2. Improved Parting lines from silhouettes
Optimized options makes the definitions of parting lines much clearer. Details are as follows:
Curve Type |
Specification of Parting Lines |
Interior Loops |
Interior closing parting lines of selected objects |
Silhouettes |
Exterior closing parting lines of selected objects |
All Parting Loops |
All interior and exterior closing parting lines of selected objects |
Undercut Loops |
Parting lines from side faces of selected objects |
3. New “Patch” command for inner holes
This new “Patch” command helps designers to do a faster patch for inner holes. It provides two types including Parting shape—automatic method and Inner edge—manual method. According to product shape and complexity, designers could flexibility apply the patch command and surface commands.
4. New “Layout” and “Combine” commands for multi-cavity
The updated mold module provides a powerful new function—multi-cavity design. It helps designers to reduce manual work. Another important point is that it is easier to do modifications and it greatly improves work efficiency.
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