WaterJet, Laser, or Plasma Tool (WLP) tool reference
General tab settings
| Parameter |
Explanation |
| Description |
A textual description of the tool. This description is included in the tool name shown throughout CAM. |
| Vendor |
The manufacturer or vendor of the nozzle. Use this to identify the source for this specific tool. |
| Product id |
TThe vendor's identifier (ID) for the nozzle. This can be the catalog, model or part number of this tool. |
| Product Link |
The vendor's website or contact information to acquire this tool. This link will appear in the Info tab on the tool library. Selecting this link will take you to the suppliers external website. ### Cutting data presets |
| Parameter |
Explanation |
| Quality control |
Select the option for your machine. Some machines are driven by a programmed feedrate. Some machines determine the feedrate by factors that change the quality and accuracy of the finish. Select from the list Machine uses quality or Machine uses feeds. |
| Cutting feedrate |
Feed used when leading in to a cutting move. |
| Lead-in feedrate |
Web site product information link. |
| Lead-out feedrate |
Feed used when leading out from a cutting move. |
Post processor tab settings
| Parameter |
Explanation |
| Number |
The number used to identify the tool in the NC program. |
| Length offset |
The number used to identify the tool length offset in the NC program. |
| Diameter offset |
The number used to identify the Cutter Radius Compensation offset in the NC program. |
| Comment |
A text comment for the tool. The comment is typically output to the NC program. |
| Manual tool change |
Enables you to force a manual tool change. Disable it for machines with an automatic tool changer. |