Tool not suitable for profiles – restriction

This restriction is useful to define profiles where the tool should not be used. If the restriction is empty (default) means that the restriction will not be used. Wildcard syntax can be used, as exemplified below: For example: WH08*;WH09* The above restriction will limit the tool to all the profiles except those starting in WH08 …

Angle – restriction

Important: For chevron tools this restriction must be set after version 5.5.6.1 on the tool management. The most typical value is 45 for 45ยบ tools. See more information below for specific scenarios. General information Some tool groups can have angle restrictions, and when available they will be listed on the Advanced Settings, as shown below: …

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 …