Composite tool - External Grooving
Insert Definition
Insert Shape | The shape of the insert |
Insert Width (A) | The width of the insert body |
Insert Height (H) | The length of the insert from the top to bottom point |
Insert Width (W) | The width of the insert body |
Cutting Edge Length (La) | The length of the cutting edge |
Nose Radius (Ra) | The nose radius of the tool tip |
Thickness | The thickness of the insert |
The Insert only option enables you use the insert without the shank, if you want to mount the cutting insert on an STL holder.
The this option is selected, the Shank page is disabled, and the Insert lead angle field is displayed enabling you to set the position of the insert without rotating the whole tool.
Shank Definition
Shank type | The shape of the shank |
Cutting Direction | The side of shank on which the insert is mounted. |
Shank width (A) | The width of the shank |
Tool length (L) |
The length of the tool from the top to bottom point |
Head length (N) | The length of the thinner part of the tool |
Thickness | The thickness of the shank |