Originally Posted by Kiwi  Toby
Why does the part need to be rotated, couldn't the 4th Axis be set along the Y Axis? |
It could be if you have enough room in the Y-Axis travel. Most consider it common practice to place the 4th Axis in the X. This allows for longer parts to be place in the 4th as well. With a Tail Stock Center at the other end respectively.
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