2 - 40 Conversational Part Programming v546CO WinMax Lathe Conversational Part Programming
Geometry
Define the shape of the thread using the fields in the Geometry tab.
Figure 2–25. Threading Cycle screen Geometry tab
• THREAD TYPE—identifies the type of thread to cut. Refer to
• OD Straight Thread Type, on page 2 - 41,
• OD Taper Thread Type, on page 2 - 43,
• ID Straight Thread Type, on page 2 - 45,
• ID Taper Thread Type, on page 2 - 47,
• Face Thread Type, on page 2 - 49.
These types of threads are illustrated in the following figure:
Figure 2–26. Types of Threads
OD Straight OD Taper ID Straight ID Taper Face