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Click the tool preview image to pan and zoom it. The orientation of the preview is determined by the settings on the Options > View > Machine page. Right-click the image to access a context menu.

Name — Specifies the name of the current tool.

Note: To edit the Name of the tool, use the Insert/Type tab.

Holder Type — For threads possible holder types are:

  • OD Threads — Select this option for outer diameter threading tools
  • ID Threads — Select this option for inner diameter threading tools

End Cut — The tool cuts in a direction parallel with the length of the holder.

Side Cut — The tool cuts in a direction perpendicular with the length of the holder.

Shaft Diam. (D)

Length (C)

Exposed length — This is the amount of the tool that sticks out of the holder if the holder is simulated.

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