Lead feed rates - turning strategy

Use the Lead feed rates page to enter the feed rates for lead moves in turning toolpaths This enables you to use a slower entry and exit feed rate. This reduces the stress on the tool and so increases tool life. It also minimises damage to the part, especially when cutting brittle materials such as graphite.

Use rapid leads — Select this option if you want to use a rapid feed move along the leads

Lead in — Specify the feed rate for lead in moves.

Lead out — Specify the feed rate for lead out moves.