Detailed Description   
2.3 Tool cutting edge 
  Tool Compensation (W1) 
2-30  Function Manual, 08/2005 Edition, 6FC5397-0BP10-0BA0 
 
2.3.3  Cutting edge position (tool parameter 2) 
Tool radius compensation for turning tools 
The control also needs the following parameters in order to calculate the tool radius 
compensation for turning tools (tool type 5xx):  
•  Cutting edge position (tool parameter 2) 
•  Cutting edge radius (tool parameter 8) 
 
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Fig. 2-4  Dimensions for turning tools: Turning tool 
Length of cutting edge 
The cutting edge position describes the position of the tool tip P in relation to the cutting 
edge center point S. The cutting edge position is entered in tool parameter 2 (shown as P2 in 
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Fig. 2-5  Tool parameter 2c (P2): Machining behind the turning center