Okuma Tool Adjustment vs. Tool Wear

[Mr. Wizzard]

Can anyone tell me the difference between X/Y/Z Adjustment and Tool wear?

I'm looking at tool data for an Okuma Multus and I cannot find any information in the manuals that really describes the usage, application, or behavior of "tool adjustment" vs. "Tool wear."

Any tips would be greatly appreciated!!!

 

[Brad Lisle]

Tool wear will comp the tool globally, as to where the Adjustment will comp the tool for each specific base position. According to Okuma in the attached PDF you can use the adjust section for off-center turning tooling. But from where I have found it most useful is worn or beaten machines. Typically with a new machine you shouldn't need to use the adjustment. As the machine wears and accidents happen the alignment and center of rotation suffers. This is why these added values are critical for machining tight tolerance parts successfully. I hope this help clarify, please let me know if you have any more questions.

5- Center Height Offset Function.pdf

[Mr. Wizzard]

Great information Brad, thanks so much!!