Cutoff feature tool selection

The default selected tool for turning will have:

1. Lathe – groove/cutoff type.

2. An insert Width equal to the Cutoff feature Width

3. The shortest depth that will cut to the bottom of the feature.

4. The proper orientation for the type of cut. For Back turrets, the orientation is required. For Front turrets, the orientation is required.

Currently tip radius, and insert grade are not taken into account.

See also How to explicitly set a tool for a turning operation and Tools page for turning