Overview
ISO/TS 13399-315:2018 is a Technical Specification in the ISO 13399 series that defines a concept for the design, modelling and exchange of simplified 3D models for machine operated feed out tools. The document specifies required properties, coordinate systems and value domains to represent feed out tool geometry and motion for data exchange. It is limited to machine operated feed out tools and explicitly excludes 3D modelling/exchange for cutting tools, cutting items, tool items, assembly items and other adaptive or auxiliary items.
Keywords: ISO/TS 13399-315:2018, cutting tool data representation, 3D models, machine operated feed out tools, data exchange, tool modelling.
Key Topics
- Scope & exclusions: clear boundaries on what feed out tool data is standardized and what is out of scope (e.g., cutting items and assemblies).
- Starting elements & coordinate systems: definitions of the Primary Coordinate System (PCS), cutting-part coordinate systems, planes and adjustment/workpiece-side coordinate systems to ensure consistent orientation in CAD/CAM exchange.
- Model design requirements: rules for creating simplified 3D models suitable for data exchange, including necessary parameters for representing feed-out motion.
- Feed out tool configurations: standardized modelling approaches for a variety of tool kinematics:
- linear slides (internal/external, pull-back)
- inclined slides
- rotary, swing and swivelling slides (central & peripheral)
- multiple-slide assemblies
- Component modelling: required properties and examples for components such as flange adaptors, slides, cartridge carriers and stators.
- Detail modelling guidance: guidance on threads for inserts, contact/clamping surface orientation, chamfers and roundings.
- Data exchange model: structure and requirements for exchanging the simplified 3D data; supplemental information such as nominal dimensions (Annex A).
Applications
ISO/TS 13399-315:2018 is practical for organizations that need interoperable digital representations of machine operated feed out tools:
- Tool manufacturers creating supplier CAD models and standardized tool libraries
- CAD/CAM developers implementing consistent coordinate systems and simplified models for simulation and post-processing
- Machine tool builders & integrators validating kinematics and tool-holder compatibility
- PLM/PDM teams managing tool metadata and enabling reliable data exchange between systems
- Manufacturers & suppliers using standardized 3D data for procurement, CAM programming and virtual commissioning
Benefits include consistent tool orientation, reduced modelling effort, improved interoperability between CAD/CAM/PLM systems, and clearer communication of feed-out kinematics.
Related standards
- Part of the ISO 13399 series on cutting tool data representation and exchange. Other parts of ISO 13399 address cutting tools, tool items and cutting items (these areas are outside the scope of Part 315). Refer to the broader ISO 13399 family for complementary specifications.
Open preview (PDF)Cutting tool data representation and exchange — Part 315: Creation and exchange of 3D models — Modelling of machine operated feed out tools
