NX how to define a minimum bore diameter for ID turning tools

2021-10-06T23:27:53Z
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Summary


Details

Is there a way to put a minimum bore size in a tool path?  Most boring bars have a minimum bore start diameter.

Solution

Yes.  The minimum bore diameter is part of the tool definition. It's under the More tab of the tool dialog in the Limits group:



When generating the path, your ID operations will issue a warning if the tool is trying to enter a bore less than this value:



Hardware/Software Configuration

Platform: all
OS: n/a
OS Version: n/a
Product: NX
Application: CAM
Version: V1926
Function: TOOLS

Ref: 002-8527442

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