This function is used to generate mating tool mesh from an existing tool mesh. It combines the operations of copying or offsetting elements, creating parts, and adding parts to the current tool definition.

Figure 10.2.11  Mating Tool dialog box

·           Select Offset From Mating Tool to display the Mating Tool dialog box (as shown in Figure 10.2.11).

·           Toggle the Include In Current Part checkbox on/off. If the option is toggled on, the new copied or offset elements are included in the current part, which is included in the current tool definition.  If the option is toggled off, a new part is automatically created and added to the current tool definition.

·           The Normal Offset option is used to offset the elements in normal direction. If toggled on, the user can key in offset Thickness.

·           The user can set the location of the new tool along the stroke direction by inputting Distance. The distance is measured from the original tool mesh.

·           To offset or copy elements, hit Apply button.

·           Select OK to exit the dialog box.