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

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.

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.