The Turning Tools

Introduction

This topic describe the options found in the context menu of the Turning Tools item in the Turning Job, and provides links to related topics.

The Turning Tools

Right-click Turning Tools to open a shortcut menu with the following commands.

 

Turning Tools

 

    • Tools - opens the Tool Library showing the available system tools. You can create or modify tools from this location.

    • Tool Crib - opens the Tool Crib for you to load all of the tools that you need for the job.

    • Verify Tool Assignment - displays the Assigned Tools dialog box containing all of the tools that are currently used in the program. The tool numbers used in the software may not match the tools as they are listed on the machine, so this item is provided so that you can reassign those numbers to reflect what is actually used in your shop.

Related Topics

For information on tools, follow these links:

 

Tool Library

Tool Crib

Assigned Tools

Assigning Lathe Tool Holders

Assigning Lathe Tool Inserts

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