Programming manual.
CNC 8070
13.
TOOL COMPENSATION
Tool radius compensation
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13.1.1 Location code (shape or type) of the turning tools
The location code indicates the type of tool and the sides used to calibrate it. The location
code depends on the position of the tools and on the orientation of the machine axes.
The next example shows the location code F3 on different machines. Observe how the CNC
keeps the relative position of the tool with respect to the axes.
Location code F3 on a horizontal lathe.
Location code F3 on a vertical lathe.
Here are the location codes available on most common horizontal lathes.