The Symmetry Face boundary condition
identifies surfaces of cavities and runner domains that belong to planes of symmetry. With
this feature, you can avoid simulating both cavities in a symmetrical mold layout, saving
simulation time.
To open the Symmetry Face PropertyManager:
- In the Plastics CommandManager, expand , and click Symmetry Face
.
Surfaces identified as Symmetry
Faces behave as though they are thermally insulated, which prevents
heat loss through these faces. When using the Symmetry
Face feature, mold temperatures must be symmetric for both
cavities.
Symmetry analysis is available with SOLIDWORKS Plastics Professional
and SOLIDWORKS Plastics
Premium.
Use
caution when interpreting results from a simulation with a Symmetry
Face boundary condition.
Parameters
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Faces
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Specifies surfaces of a model that correspond to
planes of symmetry. Selected surfaces highlight in blue in the
graphics
area.
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Show preview
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Displays a wireframe geometry of
the symmetric cavity or runner domain in the graphics area. |