CNC Mill Turn Project

[LotsaChips]

Wait. What? So does that mean you program 3 axis of offset for all your tools, and don't actually worry about setting up tools on the same height?

Bob, this is correct. I am using a gang tooling block for the profile tooling, with each tool mounted at the same z axis coordinate. But due the geometry of each tool, each might have a different X Y and Z axis offset for each tool. . The center cutting tools (drill bits and boring bars) are on a separate tooling block and each require their own xyz axis offsets. It's a lot more complicated than setting up the tool offsets for milling, the tools only require a Z axis offset for each tool.

I am still trying to understand this whole process. Let's just say that there is a steep learning curve with using the mill as a lathe. I started this thread to help others who want to try this. The following link may provide some information that clarifies this. Also on this site are some videos showing setting up the offsets.

http://www.calypsoventures.com/images/MachStdMill_Mill-Turn_Introduction.pdf

 

[Jonathans]

Thanks for sharing that link. Very helpful.