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  1. #1
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    X3 - threadmill on live tool

    how do i thread mill a cross hole on the X axis in the lathe. i can't get it to work
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    is this C-Axis or do you have a Y-axis?
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    Cadcam
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  3. #3
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    the machine has a Y axis. i am trying to threadmill using YZ and X axis i have my rotary axis turned off but the tool does does not even make a contour.
    machine is Daewoo 2000SY
    If you can ENVISION it I can make it

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    problem solved, gotta keep my head screwed on straight.
    If you can ENVISION it I can make it

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