CNC Z32 - Programming Guide (LATHES)
2.8
Tool corrections: length (LX and LZ) and radius (R)
The corrections for a lathe tool are referred to the tool tip.
The corrections are stored in
LX
and
LZ
. LX is the correction along the X axis, while LZ is the correction along the
Z axis.
The tool corrections are used to specify the tool dimensions referred to a standard point on the machine, used for
the computing of tool corrections.
It is important that this point is a common point, used for all tools Only in this way, it is possible to store congruent
tool corrections for all tools. For example, it is possible to choose the tool spindle as reference point.
LX
LZ
2.8.1
Position of the theoretical tool tip
The theoretical tool tip is the point defined by the length LX and LZ, and it is considered the tool zeroing point.
The position of the tool tip follows the diagram shown below.
X
Z
1
3
5
7
Z
X
2
4
6
8
9
The theoretical tool tip is the point controlled by the CNC.
For the execution of profiles with sloped walls or containing radiuses, in addition to the LX and LZ lengths, it is
necessary to know also the orientation of the tool tip and the insert radius.
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