Creating tools from the tool database

This example shows you how to create tools from the tool database.

1. Load the sample database sample_tool_database.mdb included in the PowerMill Examples folder.
2. Click Home tab > Tool panel > Database to display the Tool Database search dialog.
3. Enter the search criteria you are interested in. For example, to list all end mills with a diameter between 4 mm and 5 mm:
   1. Select End Mill as the Type.

      

   2. Select the Diameter option, and select a Min of 4.0and a Max of 5.0.

      

4. Click the Search button to find the tools that meet your criteria.
5. Select the tools you want to add to your project.

   

6. Click the Create Tools button.

   PowerMill creates the specified tools in your project, and adds them to the Explorer.

   

7. Click Close to close the dialog.