Number

Standard Word: ToolNumber

Variable: Tool.Number

Type: Integer

This word/variable contains the information of the tool number of the active cutting tool.

The tool number obtained from the APT/CL file is first assigned to the “Tool.Number” variable. This variable can be used in any script.

In addition, the word ToolNumber. is created from this variable. This word is normally used in the commands Format Tool Change. or Format Spindle Speed. (special to Heidenhain).