Powerful 3D geometry analysis

Efficient design by automated analysis of 3D CAD geometry for correct wall thickness

3DCaliper

Optimising products by means of automated analysis of 3D geometry

Expert View

3DCaliper is a product design tool facilitating efficient design by automated analysis of 3D CAD geometry for correct wall thickness and minimum distances. CAD users may perform analyses based on intuitively controlled windows.

  • Geometry testing directly on the 3D CAD model
  • User-defined accuracy
  • Interactive, detailed output of results
  • Directly integrated into Pro/ENGINEER, but generally independent of the CAD system

Overview

Powerful 3D CAD geometry analysis

3DCaliper performs a measurement analysis of the CAD geometry directly on the model and eliminates the traditional need to create and work with triangulated representations, thereby saving time and providing more accurate results.

Automate part & tool design verification

Complex design geometry can be checked for wall thickness and clearances in dramatically less time than the manual checking method. Improve efficiency by eliminating the error prone and time intensive manual process of digitally cross sectioning CAD models or creating part prototypes for destructive testing.

Design-for-manufacture product development

3DCaliper addresses critical manufacturability issues early in the product development process and helps drive cost effective part and tool design decisions. 3DCaliper enables users to check complex CAD models wall thickness to avoid retooling changes and minimise material scrap.

Design for part & tool quality

Part and tool designers can test design concepts for quality criteria before the tool is cut, when the cost of change is minimal. 3DCaliper provides an automated verification of 3D CAD models that allows parts and tools to be designed for form, fit and function by providing results on key measurements.

Shorten time to market

Reduce design and manufacturing cycle times by identifying and addressing key quality and manufacturability concerns in the preliminary design stage. The significant time and cost savings further benefit companies by enabling them to capture market opportunities.

Easy to learn and use

3DCaliper takes CAD users only minutes to learn and does not require analysis experience. Little experience is necessary to interpret graphical reports showing color-coded measurement results.

Specifications

  • Works directly on 3D CAD models
  • Easy to use analysis wizard to setup analysis criteria
  • Color-coded graphics and associated tabular results
  • Filtering, grouping and documentation tools available to view, verify and annotate results
  • Results can be published in PDF or HTML format, or exported as native CAD features
  • Operates on solid/surface/hybrid CAD models
  • Accepts STEP or IGES imported CAD geometry