Tool geometry definition can change the toolpath associated with a tool as the built in tool radius compensation uses the radius, tool tip direction and tool geometry to determine the possible toolpath without overcut the final path. The tool geometry definition is presented to the user when possible using the ISO standards. This is not …
Category archives: Tools
Maximum cross section – restriction
This restriction added in version 5.4.6.2 (September 2024) allows the operator to discard a tool based on the cross section size of the material. This restriction is particularly useful on machines with linear tool posts where tools are placed closely to each other, and where the cross section of the material, if larger than a …
Maximum inside dimension – restriction
The engine to select tools is quite complex and provides a unpaired flexibility. The restrictions are Boolean conditions that are verified. If accepted (true), the tool passes that restriction and can be considered a candidate to a determined operation. This restriction verifies if the machining diameter matches the value set by the customer. If it …
Outside angle grooves
Some profiles (for example WH08 series) have a angle on the outside groove. This groove have a set angle that can be user changed: Since the machining of the back angle is hard coded to use the group of tools “outside angle groove”, the angle must match the angles of available tools. Below we have …
No tools in live tooling operation
Live tooling operations needs tools assigned for those tasks. So before a live tooling operation is created a tool must be added into the tool system as the resulting operation depends on the tool itself. For example, a axial slot can only be defined with the tool diameter previously know. Adding tools for each operation …
Tool management – Material parameters
A correct definition on the material parameters will ensure that the tool is correctly used during machining. Each group settings can be different from the example on this web page as there are settings that are only available for a determined tool group. For example, a drill does not need different settings for finish or …
Tool management – Cutting limits
A correct definition on the cutting limits will ensure that the tool is correctly selected by the software and that the physical limits of the tools are respected avoiding errors or crashed on the g code. Each group of tools has a different set of settings. Explore the groups below for examples and detailed information …
Tool management – Definitions
Each cutting tip can have different settings that defines how the tool is used by the software. The user can add, edit, clone and delete tools to suit their exact tool system. Basic settings The basic settings of each tool are defined as follows: Description A small text to help to identify the tool. It …
New tools: 53, 54 and 55
In August 2022 three new tools were added to the software on the default machine. Remember that you can import a tool into your own machine settings using the import functionality built in on the tool database. Instructions on how to import a tool from the database can be obtained here. Tool 53 – Face …
Maximum outside dimension – restriction
The engine to select tools is quite complex and provides a unpaired flexibility. The restrictions are Boolean conditions that are verified. If accepted (true), the tool passes that restriction and can be considered a candidate to a determined operation. Lately, by request of a company with a IP4000, IP4500 and IP5000 machine and Sinumerik control, …