ISO/TS 13399-72:2016

Overview

ISO/TS 13399-72:2016 - Cutting tool data representation and exchange, Part 72 - defines a standardized format for the drawing header content of cutting-tool documentation and its XML data exchange. The technical specification identifies and defines the text elements (data fields) that belong in a drawing frame header, prescribes the structure of those fields, and specifies the structure of the XML exchange file. The goal is to separate 2D graphical content from user-specific presentation (drawing frames) so supplier drawings can be automatically merged into customer templates using XML and a mapping table.

Key Topics and Requirements

• Data field identification and definition: Names, semantics and attributes of header fields (listed in the standard’s tables). Fields are optional by default; some are marked mandatory or conditional.
• Structure of data fields: Grouping of fields to match XML tags and logical blocks used by downstream systems.
• XML file and schema: Definition of XML tags, root and data elements and the overall XML file structure for standardized exchange (see clause 5 / annex examples).
• Common XML blocks: Typical tags/blocks defined include Admin-Data, Tool, Main-Data, Drawing-Data, Revision-Data, Item-Data, Customer-Block, Customer-Data, Process-Data, Sparepart-Data, BOM.
• Mapping approach: Use of an individual mapping table to map standardized header properties into specific drawing frames, enabling central maintenance of templates.
• Normative reference: ISO 10303-28 (XML representations of EXPRESS schemas) is referenced for implementation guidance.
• Out of scope: The standard does not standardize drawing-frame appearance, BOM layout, layer settings (ISO/TS 13399-70), tool documentation structure (ISO/TS 13399-71), 2D/3D design concepts, application/use data, or reconditioning and coolant information.

Applications and Who Uses It

• Manufacturers and tool suppliers: Streamline delivery of CAD drawings and header metadata to customers.
• CAD/CAM and technical documentation teams: Automate merging of product graphics into customer-specific drawing templates.
• PLM/PDM and software vendors: Implement XML import/export, mapping tables and schema validation to support standardized cutting-tool documentation exchange.
• NC programmers and production engineers: Benefit from consistent header metadata for production and NC-program documentation. Practical benefits include reduced documentation maintenance, centralized template management, fewer manual edits, and improved interoperability between suppliers and end users.

Related Standards

• ISO/TS 13399 (family) - especially Parts 1, 70 and 71 for broader cutting-tool data concepts and graphical layout.
• ISO 10303-28 - XML representation methods referenced for schema and implementation.

This specification is primarily about standardizing the data exchange of product documentation (drawing headers and their XML representation) to improve interoperability and reduce redundant documentation work across the cutting-tool supply chain.