Guides
How to Program an Angle on a CNC Lathe Without CAM
Program a taper by hand with a straight G01 move to a computed X and Z endpoint. Use the tangent of the angle, and remember X is a diameter, not a radius.
Lawrence Arya··10 min
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Lathe Cutting a Taper When It Should Not: Causes in Code and Setup
A CNC lathe cutting a taper on a part that should be straight is usually a code error, tool or part deflection, or tailstock misalignment. Here is how to find which.
Lawrence Arya··10 min
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Lathe Taper Calculation for G-Code: Formulas and a Worked Pass
Taper turning in G-code is two diameters and a Z length: program both X ends and let G01 interpolate. The formulas, a worked example, and the comp trap.
Lawrence Arya··6 min