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Free CNC tool

5-axis vector tools

Inspect geometric tool-axis orientation without confusing it with a machine's rotary-axis positions.

IJK ↔ anglesVector normalizationAngle between orientationsLocal calculations

NCTune CNC Toolbox

Tool orientation in a readable form

The tool normalizes vectors and reports tilt from +Z plus azimuth in the XY plane.

Vector to angles

Convert IJK components to tilt and azimuth and inspect input-vector length.

Angles to vector

Build a unit orientation vector from tilt and direction in XY.

Compare orientations

Calculate the smallest geometric angle between two tool axes.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Are the results machine A, B and C positions?

No. This is geometry; rotary positions depend on kinematics, axis order, limits and the postprocessor solution.

What does azimuth mean?

It is the direction of the vector projection in XY, measured from positive X toward positive Y.

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