4.1.5. Dynamic clamping systems

Dynamic clamping systems

The Dynamic clamping systems function allows you to precisely adjust and move clamping systems. This lets you flexibly match the position, clamping range and index of a clamping system to the geometry of the support.

Prerequisites

• The support used must be configured for the use of clamping systems.
• A current index sheet for the clamp specifications must be available.

Step-by-step guide

1. Select the support: Select the support or the component to which you want to assign a clamping system.
2. Open the properties: Open the properties of the support via the context menu or the property editor.
3. Assign the clamping system: In the parameter field CLAMP or Clamp, enter the desired clamp index according to the specification or the index sheet.
4. Adjust the clamping range: Arrows now appear in the model. Use the outer arrow to set the clamping range. Drag the arrow manually to adjust the range.
5. Positioning the clamping system: With the middle arrow you can move the entire clamp along the axis, if the position needs to be offset.
6. Complete the adjustment: As soon as the clamp is correctly matched to the geometry, the process is finished.

Expected result: The clamping system is positioned geometrically correctly on the component and complies with the technical specifications.

Important notes

• Check the specification: Make sure that the index sheet used is current and matches the clamp specification exactly.
• Collision check: After each adjustment, visually check whether the clamp is seated correctly and does not cause any collisions with other components.
• Readjustment: For larger changes to the model geometry, a subsequent readjustment of the clamping system may be necessary.
• Documentation: Document special cases or deliberate deviations from the standard.

Troubleshooting

• The clamp cannot be moved:
  • Check whether the selected component technically supports dynamic clamping systems.
  • Make sure that the parameter CLAMP is present in the editor and not write-protected.
  • Check whether existing geometries or locked layers restrict the movement.
• Deactivating the function: Deactivation is generally not necessary, as the function serves quality assurance. Should a shutdown be mandatory on the project side, this must be noted in the project documentation.