C. Advanced Operations

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1 C. Advanced Operations C. Using CAD-modeling function perfectly AC NX P/E CA SW CR 57

2 C-. How to configure the part number In the product parameter aspect, all parameters are constrained by the relevant formulae. After the basic size is determined, the relevant selectable ranges or respective parameters are shown.you don t have to recalculate to determine the parameters, so that the design time is saved. 3 If the basic sizes are adjusted, the selectable range of the correlated parameters are adjusted correspondingly. Go to the Product Configuration (third page), and then designate the size. Once correct numerical values are all determined, Misumi s standard part number is generated automatically without an error. Mold EX-Press automatically shows the selectable ranges of the parameters with specifiable unit by default. 5 This also applies to the alteration work. 58

3 C-. Checking the part shape by previewing in 3D (before locating in CAD) After the parts are selected, to ensure whether the specifications of selected parts and the additional processing are correct, the shapes of the parts can be checked through the preview function of the 3D models so that the time is saved. 3 Firstly, open the Home, and then select the parts. Click the 3D view tab to see the selected parts modeled in 3D. Complete the parameters (third page). Switch to [Alteration] screen if additional work is required. The part shape in preview window will correspond to your alteration selection immediately. 59

4 C-3. Using subtract solid function at the same time of locating a model Hole processing data is automatically available when you will output parts from Mold EX-Press for assembly. The size of processing hole is based on standards of Product data standard hole processing Only available for NX Assembly model and Pro/E Creo. Select a product category (ex; Stepped Ejector Pins). 3 Check the function for easy layout you need. [Key point] Please untick if automatic subtraction is unnecessary. Even unticked, subtract information is stored so that it can be recalled later. Select the plate to be subtracted and locate the part on it. After selecting specification in [Detailed parameter setting], go to click [CAD]. In this page, we will set Stepped Ejector Pins to Plate. 5 Please select your required hole processing parts. Several hole processing is available. [Key point] For detailed setting, please refer to C-5 NX P/E CR 60

5 C-. Locating the related components at the same time without a pause Once the main part is located in CAD, Mold EX-Press simultaneously and sequentially suggests to layout the mounting bolts and related components so that efficiency in designing drastically improves. Only available for NX Assembly model and Pro/E or Creo. 3 Suggestion for sequential positioning of related parts follows after locating the part. Select the related parts indicated in the window, then click [Next]. (e.g: related part, sprue bushing guide, SBGN) After selecting specification in Detailed parameter setting, go to click [Key point] For details, please refer to C-5. Autoconfiguration setting. After selecting specification in Detailed parameter setting sprue bushing guide SBGN, go to click Tick [Use "Automatic screw layout"] [Key point] The located parts, mounting bolts in this case, are not set item which will be added to BOM list as individual items. For details, please refer to C-5. Autoconfiguration setting. 5 Parts design is completed efficiently by using convenient functions of simultaneous locating and sequential locating. SXGM: Primarily selected original part CB: Selected by automatic screw layout SBGN: Selected by sequential positioning of the related parts CB SXGM SBGN 6 NX P/E CR

6 C-5. Autoconfiguration setting for model-related functions Mold EX-Press' useful functions such as subtract solid, automatic screw layout, and sequential positioning can be set automatically ON or OFF to suit your habits in designing. This is only available for NX assembly structure and Pro/E. Go to [MODEL OUTPUT CAD setting] in [Help] page. Autoconfiguration can be set at your preferable usability. [Key point] Always OFF: This function does not work at all Remind each time: Pop up window always opens to alert when configuration Always ON: This function always works without an alert NX P/E CR 6

7 C-6. Jumping swiftly from Mold EX-Press to CAD interface Without closing Mold EX-Press, you can go bsck to CAD by cliking smoller size. Click Smaller Size in Product Configuration page. 3 Click menu Standard Components for Plastic Mold in MEX(mold), You can go back Mold EX-Press. CAD interface comes out for your operation. 63 AC CA SW NX P/E CR

8 C-7. Modifying dimensions of the model being located on CAD You don't have to start parts selection from the first step if you want to modify dimensions of the model which is once located on CAD. Auto CAD circumstance. 3 Display changeable parts and click Edit in Mold Ex-Press tool bar. Return to Product Configuration page of Mold EX-Press which displays the parameters currently selected. Re-edit the parameters and click [Next]. Select [Modify] from the menu of Mold EX-Press in the tool bar. The model is updated. [Key Point] [Key Point] Under Solid works circumstance, select parts first and click Edit button Only in Pro/E, you need to click [Regenerate the model]. CA SW NX P/E CR 6

9 C-8. To understand more about Misumi Alteration code (Alteration ) Alteration table can be opened in PDF at the same time while designating alterations. 3 Click [Alteration] tab in the product configuration for additional work selection. As instructed in the [Alteration] table, select the desired alteration. In the [Alteration] interface, click [List] so that Alteration table opens. 65

10 C-9. Using LC to alter the full length (Alteration ) When the designation of length is restricted due to specifiable unit, it is convenient if the alteration is carried out by using LC. 3 Click the [Alteration] tab. Select the [LC] alteration of the total length change, and then select the required length within the specifiable range. Select the product from the Product Type Selection page (Second page). (E.g. GPHL8-LC6-N8) When all parameters are input, preview the model in 3D. If it is not suitable, modify the parameters so that the shape on the view will also be transformed at the same time accordingly. Firstly, select the length (size L) longer than required size by LC. In this case required size is 6, therefore 65 is selected in size L column of the Basic Size. [Key Point] At present generating part numbers especially of complicated shape or with alteration code requires large number of calculation by looking into the paper catalog. Even though such efforts were made the part numbers were sometimes wrong and further time required to verify the right part numbers. Mold EX-Press, calculating the selectable range of numerical values automatically, enables you be free from troublesome calculation to save your precious time and avoid errors in part numers. If your desired specifications are out of Misumi standard part please contact us directly. The window shown in the right will open when all the necessary parameters are entered into Mold EX-Press, click [Contact us] button and us. 66

11 C-0. Ordering the non-standard parts Mold EX-Press announces whether your desired specifications are out of standard, and inquiry window opens automatically. 3 Overwrite your desired part number. In the third page of the size selection, the size out of applicable range is selected. Fill in your company information. [Key Point] Company data automatically shows when you input the data in step Refer to C3- for details. The window shown in the right opens that the size you entered is error. [Key Point] Click Re-edit for back to previous size selection page. 5 After all the information is filled up click the [Contact Us] button to send it to MISUMI. [Key Point] Corresponding s are only compatible with Outlook, Outlook Express, and Windows Mail. Please export the TXT format, and then send the TXT format as an attachment to MISUMI. 67

12 C-. Recognizing parts modification and edit BOM with a remark (for SolidWorks only) Modification is made to part A. Part A: modified Part B: Unmodified No modification to part B. When a model drawn by Mold EX-Press is modified in SolidWorks, modification is recognized and identification remark is made in BOM so that the risk of purchasing wrong parts is significantly reduced. 3 The two identical parts are generated and the models are exported to Solidworks. Open BOM. Open BOM again. BOM shows the quantity PCS. 5 New part number with * mark is added automatically. SW 68

13 C-. Transcribing product information in BOM list to AutoCAD Product information such as product name, part number and quantity in BOM can be copied and pasted to AutoCAD. Export the BOM list 3 Select [Paste Special] from [Edit] in tool bar. Coose the style to paste the object. Select the products to transcribe from the BOM list and copy. Font setting is recommended to prevent characters from being garbled. Click any place where to paste on the AutoCAD and information is copied. 69 AC

14 C-3. Indicating the part number in AutoCAD Part number and D CAD drawing can be output to AutoCAD directly. Generate the part number 3 by designating dimensions, then click [Next]. The drawing with part number is located in AutoCAD Select your preferred D view projection to output. (e.g: Third angle projection) AC 70

15 C-. Changing view direction of 3D part model and returning its position to the center After changing view direction, you can return instantly to the standard position by the following operations. 3 The display also changes by clicking #5 View Direction of the Tool bar in 3D preview screen Right-click within the frame of 3D view, and choose [Left] from [View Mode]. Wire Frame Shading 3 Shading with Edges Fit 5 View Direction 6 Help Each click of [View Direction] icon, the view changes sequentially by a following order; Isometric Top Bottom Front Back Left side Right side The display of the model changes to the left side view. 5 Click # Fit to position the part model instantly in the center of the window frame Wire Frame Shading 3 Shading with Edges Fit 5 View Direction 6 Help 7

16 C-5. Changing model scale with a mouse Rotation direction of the mouse wheel by which the model expands or contracts differs depending on the CAD software. For example if the mouse wheel is rotated upwards, the model expands in Pro/E but contracts in CATIA. We recommend you to adjust as required to meet your usage habit. Display any [3D View] window. 3 Check the [Reverse Vertical Control] box, and click the OK button. Right-click within the frame of 3D view, and choose the [Options]. 7

17 C-6. Apply Mold EX-Press standard parts location The parts list in Mold EX-Press includes standard part location. You may select right parts by using this standard location data. Confirm the standard parts location in 3D preview. 3 After introduction, the display comes out as per right figure. At the time of CAD introduction, this basic location is referred to parts location. 73 AC CA SW NX P/E CR

18 C-7. Changing the background color of the 3D preview Background colors of the 3D preview can be adjusted according to your preference. Display any [3D View] window. 3 Select [Change Background Color] and choose the colors for the Top area and the Bottom area. Right-click within the frame of 3D view, and choose the [Options]. Background colors are adjusted accordingly. 7