Cutter Compensation

NOTE: Credit for this lab is earned only by running your program on the machine in lab.

  • Write your name on the gasket you choose (in class).
  • Write a program that will “cut” the INSIDE of your shape
  • Assume a tool diameter of .25, but you will be given the actual diameter in lab.
  • Use the standard Header File as the starting point for your program.
    • Use the tool number specified in the header file.
  • Add these lines to your file (after the header) to turn the spindle on:
    • S150 (SPINDLE SPEED)
    • M03 (SPINDLE ON)
    • DO NOT Turn the coolant on
  • Write your code as if you were machining a finishing pass.
    • Use a FEED RATE of 12 IPM
    • Use a LEAD-IN
    • Use a LEAD-OUT
    • Do not ramp
    • Use the ORIGIN shown in the center of the page.
  • You will be cutting the outside of the shape.
  • Use CUTTER COMPENSATION.
  • You will lose 50% credit for marking the origin.