Temperature, mold-mold difference (transient from start-up) result

Using this result

You can use this result to analyze the design of the cooling system. The distribution of the temperature difference between the top and bottom sides of a parting plane should be uniform or show only small variations to ensure even cooling and minimal warpage due to differential cooling effects. The smaller the difference, the more effective the cooling.

Using the cutting plane tools, you can examine the temperatures within the mold insert; there should be only a small variation in average temperature. Areas of high average temperature may indicate areas that are poorly cooled. Consider adding cooling channels near these areas.

TipYou can create an XY plot of the mold-mold temperature difference (transient from start-up), on any given mold node to see how the temperature at that node varies with time. Click on Results in the Results pane of the Home tab, then click (New Plot Plot) and scroll down to the result. Remember to change the Plot type to XY plot.

Things to look for

When viewing the Temperature, mold-mold difference (transient from start-up) result, watch for the following.

• A large difference in temperature between the two mold plates may indicate an air gap between the two.