Use the Select Tool dialog to select a tool of the required diameter for an operation in the current cycle, profile group or surface group.
The settings on the dialog vary depending on whether you are selecting a tool for a cycle or for a profile/surface group.
When selecting a tool for a cycle, the following settings are available on the Select Tool dialog:
Operation — Displays the type of operation used to machine the hole, as selected from the Operation Type list box in theCycles Data dialog.
Tool Type — Select the type of tools displayed on this dialog. This is available only when using an End Mill operation with a Circle Mill cycle.
Hole Diameter — Displays the diameter of the hole being machined.
Add New Tool — Click the arrow to expand the button and display the options:
Select — Click to select the currently selected tool and close the dialog.
Cancel — Click to close the dialog without saving your selection.
When selecting a tool for a profile or surface group, the following settings are available on the Select Tool dialog:
Operation — Displays the type of machining being performed by the profile or surface group.
Tool Type — Select the type of tools displayed on this dialog.
Tool Diameter — Displays the diameter of the tool being used to machine the profile or surface group.
Display Tools
Add New Tool — Click the arrow to expand the button and display the options:
Select — Click to select the currently selected tool and close the dialog.
Cancel — Click to close the dialog without saving your selection.