Materials and Stock Forms
The IM cost model only supports the molding of thermoplastic materials. The cost model assumes that the material is delivered in pellet form. The model relies on the following properties of the various supported materials:
• Unit Cost (USD/kg): influences total material cost (volumetric).
• Density (kg/m3): influences total material cost (volumetric).
• Eject Deflection Temp (°C): influences part cooling time.
• Melting Temp (°C): influences part cooling time.
• Mold Temp (°C): influences part cooling time.
• Thermal Diffusivity (mm2/s): influences part cooling time.