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Access tool table

Press TOOL TABLE key, then select 'Tool data' to view current tool definitions and their diameter values (DL column).

Sort by tool type to quickly identify all drilling tools

Verify drill specifications

Check the drill diameter entries against the programmed hole sizes in your NC program, ensuring DL values match required hole diameters within tolerance.

Incorrect diameter values can cause tool breakage or poor hole quality

Update tool data

Correct any mismatched diameter values in the DL column, ensuring tools are properly categorized with TYPE=DRILL in the tool table.

Reload AWG optimization

Restart the AWG cycle to allow the optimization routine to re-evaluate the corrected tool data.

Review AWG cycle definition

Navigate to the drilling cycle (CYCL DEF) and examine parameters Q200 (set-up clearance), Q202 (plunging depth), and Q206 (feed rate for plunging).

Check if minimum/maximum diameter limits are too restrictive

Verify tool length compatibility

Ensure tool length values (L column in tool table) are sufficient for the programmed drilling depth plus safety clearances.

Insufficient tool length can cause collision with workpiece or fixture

Adjust AWG parameters

Modify restrictive parameters in the AWG cycle to accommodate available tooling, particularly diameter ranges and depth requirements.

Test optimization

Re-run the AWG optimization to verify tools are now accepted by the modified parameters.

Check tool status

In TOOL TABLE, verify the ST (Status) column shows tools as available and not locked or blocked for drilling operations.

Status 'L' indicates locked tools that won't be considered by AWG

Verify tool life data

Check TIME1 and TIME2 columns for remaining tool life, ensuring drilling tools haven't exceeded their programmed life limits.

Update tool availability

Change tool status to available and reset tool life counters if tools are physically present and in good condition.

Only reset tool life for tools that have been physically inspected or replaced

Refresh tool management

Execute a tool table refresh or reload to ensure the AWG system recognizes the updated tool availability status.

Examine tool type definitions

In TOOL TABLE, check the TYPE column to ensure drilling tools are properly classified as 'DRILL', 'CENTER_DRILL', or appropriate drilling tool types.

AWG only considers tools with correct type classifications for specific operations

Verify tool geometry data

Confirm that drilling tools have proper geometry definitions including point angle and cutting edge data in the tool table.

Correct tool classifications

Update the TYPE field for all drilling tools to match their actual function and ensure geometry parameters are properly defined.

Validate AWG recognition

Re-initialize the AWG optimization to confirm that properly classified tools are now recognized and selectable.