Learn to create a setup for a CNC lathe. The CNC lathe setup will contain information about stock, coordinate system reference, and the location of the chuck holding the stock. With a setup in place, you’ll learn to create digital tools, rough and finish machine a part and validate the toolpaths through simulation. When toolpaths have been verified, you’ll learn how to generate a setup sheet and export code that can be read by a CNC lathe.

After completing this module, you’ll be able to:

Create a CAM setup for lathe.
Create a lathe tool library.
Create lathe toolpaths.
Simulate and document lathe programs.

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Create a lathe CAM setup

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