Alright, this is my first time single point threading the OD of a part on the T2. I'm having some trouble reconciling how I've set the Z-offset of my top notch insert and what I see on the trace screen.
If I zero out to the face of the part with another tool (set the program Z-offset) then drive over my threading tool the preview does not show the point of the tool accurately to where it is in reality.
I have tried adjusting the "width" of the tool in the tool file (is this supposed to be the full width of the insert like a grooving tool or 1/2 width?) but this does not seem to have any effect.
Really I'm just looking for guidance on how to set up a threading insert. I know its simple, its just not abundantly clear from my manuals and it seems too basic to be a commonly asked forum question.
Thanks in advance!
If I zero out to the face of the part with another tool (set the program Z-offset) then drive over my threading tool the preview does not show the point of the tool accurately to where it is in reality.
I have tried adjusting the "width" of the tool in the tool file (is this supposed to be the full width of the insert like a grooving tool or 1/2 width?) but this does not seem to have any effect.
Really I'm just looking for guidance on how to set up a threading insert. I know its simple, its just not abundantly clear from my manuals and it seems too basic to be a commonly asked forum question.
Thanks in advance!