Hi,

I'm trying to cut some threads that need to have the start point aligned with one face on the workpiece. I heard about FANUC controls are able to "remachine" threads, just positioning the cutter in the thread and then storing the value on some parameter. But it's one Manual Guide functionality and I have not this option on my control.

So I ask, there is some way to change the thread positioning by changing some parameter? I mean, if the guide do the job done so the parameter must be there somewhere, even without the Guide installed.

I really need to get this job done, if one of you can help me with some tips I'll be glad.

P.S. I already know that if I change the Z entry coordinate I can archieve the entry point position change, but it isn't precise enought to my workpiece, because I need the correct alignment, So I'll need to align the face, read the Spindle position, change the "unknow to me" parameter and then cut the thread.

I also have no idea on how can I see the spindle encoder position.

Thanks,
Eduardo