CONICAL BINDER

This function is used to create a conical binder. The program uses the radius defined at each end of the binder to control the conical shape. Once the function is selected, RADIUS 1 and RADIUS 2 data windows are activated as shown in Figure 6.2.20.


Figure 6.2.20 Conical Binder

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Figure 6.2.21 shows a typical conical binder.

The slider in the dialog window allows the user to change the radius by moving the slider. Radius 1 and Radius 2 may be changed simultaneously or separately. Click on the radio button next to Radius 1 and Radius 2 to activate the slider effect. Radius 1 is the starting radius at the tail end of the U direction that is marked with an arrowhead. Radius 2 is the end radius on the opposite end of the binder. The program will display the binder in real time as the user moves the slider to change the radius.

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Figure 6.2.21 Conical Binder

Note: DYNAFORM calculates the default conical Radius 1 and conical Radius 2 based on the size and shape of the part.