ToolBench¶
G-code generator for surfacing, jointing, boring, and wasteboard operations.
Tools¶
Planer (Surfacing)¶
Generate surfacing toolpaths for flattening material or wasteboards.
Modes:
| Mode | Z-Zero Reference | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Target Depth | Top of material | Remove a fixed depth from the surface |
| Target Thickness | Bottom of material (wasteboard) | Mill down to a specific thickness |
| Wasteboard Surfacing | Top of material | Surface the entire machine bed |
Wasteboard Surfacing automatically reads machine travel limits ($130/$131) and fills the entire work area. The origin picker and dimensions are disabled — the machine does all the work.
Parameters:
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Direction | Horizontal, Vertical, or Spiral pattern |
| Origin | Work zero position (5-point picker) |
| X/Y Dimension | Area to surface |
| Depth of Cut | Material removed per pass |
| Stepover | Percentage of bit diameter per step (10-100%) |
| Overrun | Extra travel beyond edges for clean cuts |
| Bit Diameter | Surfacing bit size |
| Feed Rate | Cutting speed |
| Spindle RPM | Spindle speed |
| Coolant | Mist (M7) and Flood (M8) toggles |
