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What is the R-plane value and why must it be greater then the Z-axis thread start point value?

April 26, 2017greater point thread value z-axis

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What is the R-plane value and why must it be greater then the Z-axis thread start point value?

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Lying perpendicular to the Z-axis, the R-plane is a virtual Z plane. To avoid any possible collision of cutter with fixtures, clamps etc., the R-plane value must be set above the tallest feature in the set-up assembly and working area.