The default selected tool for turning has:
- Lathe - Thread tool type.
- The insert must have a TPI range that contains the pitch of the required thread.
- The proper orientation for the type of cut.
Turn roughing, semi-finishing and finishing
Turret
Cut direction
Orientation
Back
-Z
OR
Front
-Z
OR
Back
+Z
Front
+Z
Face roughing
Turret
Cut direction
Orientation
Back
-Z
OR
Front
-Z
OR
Backface roughing
Turret
Cut direction
Orientation
Back
-Z
Front
-Z
Note: Currently tip radius, tool length, and insert grade are not taken into account.