BINDER

 

The functions provided in the BINDER menu are used to generate various types of binder shapes. Figure 6.2.1 shows the types of binder available in the BINDER menu.

 

Figure 6.2.1 Binder Types

 

1.        TWO-LINE BINDER

Use two orthogonal cross lines to define the binder shape.

 

2.        FLAT BINDER

Use a flat rectangular surface as binder.

 

3.        CONICAL BINDER

Use a conical surface with two radii to define the binder shape.

 

4.        BOUNDARY LINE BINDER

Use the part boundary line or user-selected/created line to define the binder.

 

5.        FLANGE BINDER

Use the flanges on the part to define the binder shape.

 

6.        FREE FORM BINDER

Use the binder section lines from selected locations on the screen to define the binder.

 

The outer or inner binder is associated with the outer or inner addendum; Only one outer binder and addendum pair is allowed in a typical die face design using DFE, while several inner binder and inner addendum pairs can be created according to product design.

 

A detailed description of each function in BINDER dialog box is provided in the following sections.