The software that controls the machine and converts G-code into pulses that are sent to the electronics. Examples Mach3 and EMC2.
By amjad
#783
i want to know how lathe program is work on diameter instead of radius
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By AJ Quick
#784
Given the nature of a CNC lathe, you only normally do work on the radius. Any changes to the radius will affect the diameter.

Diameter is related to radius with the simple equation: Diamter = 2 * Radius.

Could you multiply or divide your code by 2? In Mach3, you could also change the scale by 50% or 200%.

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