The code to program a G3 counter-clockwise arc on a lathe is: G3X______ Z_______ R_______
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The code to program a G3 counter-clockwise arc on a lathe is: G3X______ Z_______ R_______
Standard G-Codes for CNC Lathes
G0 - Rapid Movement
G1 - Linear Feed Movement
G2 - Clockwise Interpolation - Circular Movement
G3 - Counter Clockwise Interpolation - Circular Movement
G4 - Dwell
G9 - Exact Stop
G10 - Set Data
G17 - XY Machine Plane Selection