C3P Software Launches Cast-Designer V7.10

A Game-Changer for Next-Gen Casting Solution

Posted by admin on Jul 18, 2025 in C3P News

【Hong Kong–18th July, 2025】 C3P Software, a premier provider of CAX & PLM solutions meticulously crafted for industrial manufacturing processes, has proudly announced the release of Cast-Designer V7.10, a comprehensive, full-chain engineering solution tailored specifically for the casting industry. This latest iteration brings forth remarkable enhancements, including advanced gating system design, smart cooling and ejection, thixo-moulding design and simulation for magnesium alloys, as well as improved capabilities for managing large-scale mesh models, thereby further cementing C3P's status as a trailblazer in the field.

Smart Cooling: Revolutionizing Efficiency in Die Casting

Smart Cooling stands as a state-of-the-art software solution exclusively designed for the die casting process. This groundbreaking technology reimagines the cooling system design process by automating crucial steps and significantly boosting efficiency.

Within Cast-Designer V7.10, the Smart Cooling feature is incredibly user-friendly, even when dealing with exceptionally large and complex die sets.

Users initiate the process by defining general design parameters, such as the casting alloy, production rate, and cooling media, followed by designating regions for the die-cast part. Armed with this information, the system automatically calculates the cooling channel length and generates an optimal layout. The online quick design evaluation tools empower users to instantly assess the design results and make adjustments with ease.

The system also supports conformal cooling channel design, encompassing a variety of channel types, including zigzag, spiral, and specialized inserts. The designed cooling channels can be saved in STEP file format, CSV files, or Excel files with macros for the Catia system.

By automating what was traditionally a manual and time-intensive process, Smart Cooling reduces design time by a factor of 10 to 30.

Smart Ejection: Automating Design and Layout for Optimal Performance

Introducing a revolutionary new tool that automates the design of ejector pins, taking into account the casting ejection force distribution to achieve the perfect balance when ejecting the casting part. This intelligent solution ensures smooth and efficient ejection, minimizing the risk of damage to the casting and the die.

The key features of the Smart Ejection system are as follows:

  • Pin Design and Layout Design: Seamlessly generates an optimal arrangement of ejector pins based on the specific casting geometry and ejection requirements.
  • Quick Evaluation: Provides instant feedback on the ejection design, allowing users to assess its effectiveness and make informed decisions.
  • Flexible Manual Adjustment: Offers the freedom to fine-tune the ejector pin design and layout according to individual preferences and specific project needs.

Handling Gigantic Mesh Models with Unparalleled Ease

The upgraded FastMesh engine in Cast-Designer V7.10 is a game-changer when it comes to generating large-scale mesh models. With the ability to create mesh models containing over 200 million FEM mesh elements, limited only by the computer's memory capacity, it opens up new possibilities for complex simulations. The batchmesh function further enhances productivity by enabling the generation of multiple meshes in batch mode, saving valuable time and effort.

Moreover, Cast-Designer V7.10 introduces a cutting-edge FEM 3D mesh method called Flexible 3D Mesh. This innovative technique is specifically designed to generate 3D tetrahedron meshes for imperfect STL surface geometries, ensuring accurate simulations even in challenging scenarios. The main features of this new mesher include:

  • Parallel Meshing: Accelerates the meshing process by utilizing multiple processor cores, significantly reducing computation time.
  • Mesh-Based Boolean Operation: Enables complex geometric operations on the mesh, facilitating the creation of intricate models.
  • Local Mesh Refinement: Allows for precise control over mesh density in specific areas, optimizing simulation accuracy where it matters most.
  • Automatic Handling of Small Mesh Gaps and Overlays: Eliminates the need for manual intervention in resolving mesh inconsistencies, streamlining the meshing workflow.

Thixo-Moulding Design and Simulation for Magnesium Alloy: A Leap Forward

Magnesium thixo-moulding has gained significant traction in recent years, extending its reach into the giga-casting field. To support this emerging trend, Cast-Designer V7.10 offers comprehensive design tools and a wizard-driven interface for the Magnesium thixo-moulding process design and simulation. Developed in direct collaboration with leading casting machine providers and extensively validated in industrial settings, this module delivers highly accurate results and exceptional performance.

"As the flagship product of C3P Software, Cast-Designer is constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible in product design and simulation," said David Keck, Marketing Director of C3P Software. "We closely monitor the industry's development trends to offer faster design iterations, more accurate simulations, and enhanced product performance, thereby establishing a core competitive edge in the market." With Cast-Designer V7.10, C3P Software reaffirms its commitment to innovation and excellence, empowering engineers and designers to achieve unprecedented levels of success in their projects.

About C3P Software

C3P Software has been providing the professional design & analysis solution for the manufacturing industry since 2006, and the current product "Cast-Designer","Cast-Designer Weld", "Geo-Designer", "AI-FORM", "SavingCAST", "C3P Engineering Tools" and "CastWorks" are marketed worldwide. With the combination of software development, advanced analysis, extensive product development experience and cost-effective human resources, C3P Software provide industry and manufacturing business with comprehensive solutions and engineering services on a global basis to meet their expectation in high quality, on-schedule delivery within cost target. Our business scope covers software development, professional engineering service and application software integration. For further information, please visit: http://www.c3p-group.com or http://www.cast-designer.com