G02

Gee Zero Two: Circular Interpolation – Clockwise

G02 Commands the machine to move in a circular motion rather than a straight line between two points.

Syntax:

G02 X*.* Z*.* R*.*

  • X*.* being the finish point of the arc in the X axis
  • Z*.* being the finish point of the arc in the Z axis
  • R*.* being the radius of the arc required

Option: Alternative

G02 X*.* Z*.* I*.* K*.*

  • X*.* being the finish point of the arc in the X axis
  • Z*.* being the finish point of the arc in the Z axis
  • I*.* being the distance from the arc start point to the arc centre point in the X axis
  • K*.* being the distance from the arc start point to the arc centre point in the Z axis

G02 Is A Modal Command