Sprue

The sprue is the connecting path between the injection point and the runners.



Location: Molding tab, Runner System icon

Add/Edit Sprue

If your model geometry does not include sprues, you can create and edit virtual sprues in Inspire Mold.

  1. Click the Runner System icon.

  2. Click Add/Edit Sprue on the Sprue icon.

  3. Click a surface to create a sprue at that location.

Designate Sprue

Identify any sprues that are included in your model geometry.

  1. Click the Runner System icon.

  2. Click Designate Sprue on the Sprue icon.

  3. Select a predesigned component to designate it as a sprue.
    Selected sprues are displayed in dark red.


  4. Double right-click to confirm the designated sprues.