Detailed Steps For CNC Lathe Tool Setting

In the processing process of CNC lathe, tool setting is a very important step. Only by correctly performing tool setting operations can the quality and accuracy of the processed products be guaranteed.
Next, we will introduce in detail the steps of tool setting for CNC lathes.
1. Preparation
Before setting the knife, we need to do some preparation work. First of all, we need to determine the specifications of the turning tool and tool setter in order to choose the correct tool setter, and we need to first check whether the accuracy of the tool setter meets the requirements. Secondly, before performing tool setting, we need to prepare the correct tools and workpieces, install the workpieces and tools, and fix them on the lathe.
2. Mobile tool setter
Move the tool setting instrument to the center of the workpiece surface, and make arc contact with the workpiece surface. Use one finger to gently press the tool setter button so that the maximum displacement of the tool setter is about 1-2mm greater than the thickness of the workpiece.
3. Adjust the translation scale and rotation dial
Use the translation scale and the rotation scale to adjust the relative position of the workpiece and turning tool. First, we need to rotate the dial to make the zero pointer of the fluorescent ruler contact the turning tool, and then enter the corresponding value to make the fluorescent ruler automatically adjust to the correct cutting position of the tool. We can then use the translation scale to determine the relative position of the workpiece and turning tool to ensure the correct depth of cut.
4. Carry out cutting
After the adjustment is completed, we can proceed with the cutting operation. Before starting the cutting operation, we need to test the depth of cutting by the tool from the workpiece, and then appropriately fine-tune the previously mentioned parameters based on the test results to ensure that parameters such as cutting depth, cutting angle, and tool distance all meet the requirements.
In short, the tool setting operation of CNC lathe is a relatively tedious task. Before performing tool setting, it is necessary to make sufficient preparations and strictly follow the operating steps to ensure the quality and accuracy of the processed products.