The default selected tool for turning has:
- Lathe - Groove/Cut type.
- An Insert with a Width of at least the Groove feature's Width - Z finish allowance.
- The shortest depth that can cut to the bottom of the Groove feature.
- The correct orientation for the type of cut.
Turret
Diameter
Orientation
Back
ID
Front
ID
Back
OD
OR
Front
OD
OR
- For ID Groove features, the length of the groove is checked against the length of the holder to ensure that it will extend far enough into the part.
For Face Groove features cut in the positive direction, the inside edge of the Groove feature is between the Min plunge diameter and Max plunge diameter values.
For Face Groove features cut in the negative direction, the outside edge of the Groove feature is between the Min plunge diameter and Max plunge diameter values.
Note: The Tip radius and insert grade do not affect the choice of tool.