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  1. Re: Setting new tool geometry offset without presetter

    You are correct that we use a "master tool"...this is normally is a finishing tool and is normally T03 position in the turret. We use this to set our G54 each time we change jobs.

    If I wanted to...
  2. Re: Setting new tool geometry offset without presetter

    Thanks for the reply, that makes perfect sense.

    So we go actually use G54 for all of our work on our machines, so I would have to clear this before doing the steps you have mentioned?

    Cheers
  3. Setting new tool geometry offset without presetter

    HI all,

    If I wanted to add a standard OD turning tool in my CNC lathe without a presetter how would I go about setting the 'Z' value, if I don't know where all other tools have been offset...
  4. Internal Threading program help!! how to work out the P value

    Hello all!,

    Can you please help with a G76 program issue for internal threading?

    The code in question that is not giving us the desired results is as follows:

    G76 P030000 Q20 R.002
    G76...
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    "Master tool" offset method

    Hi Guys,

    I know this topic has been mentioned quite a bit, but I just want to try and get some clarification more specific to fanuc controls.

    Am I right in thinking that the way to set the...
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