Share
 
 

Thread tool selection

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.

Was this information helpful?