Tool Table

The CAM Mode tool table is used to define parameters for machining tools used in the program. Entering parameters into the tool table enables you to manage tool information from one location.

When a tool that is setup in the tool table is specified in a tool path, the information for that tool is automatically loaded into the tool parameter fields. Parameters that can be automatically entered into tool path parameters are tool diameter, tool length, spindle speed, feed (rough and finish), Z feed and ramp feed. This is done when entering the corresponding tool number in the Tool parameter field of a tool path form.

Z Feed, used in Mill Cycles and Ramp Feed, used in Pocket Cycles are parameters that can be automatically calculated and entered in their respective tool path fields, but are not parameters included in the tool table. These parameters are calculated as follows:

Z Feed=Finish Feed

Ramp Feed=(Rough Feed+Finish Feed)/2

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