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Foreword
SINUMERIK documentation
The SINUMERIK documentation is organized in 3 parts:
SGeneral documentation
SUser documentation
SManufacturer/service documentation
An overview of publications, which is updated monthly and also provides information about
the language versions available, can be found on the Internet at:
Target group
Standard scope
http://www
Select the menu items ”Support” ’ ”Technical Documentation” ’ ”Overview of Publications”.
The Internet version of DOConCD (DOConWEB) is available at:
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Information about training courses and FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) can be found at
the following website:
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This document is designed for machine tool manufacturers. The present documentation provides all information required by the manufacturer to start up the SINUMERIK 802D sl CNC.
The present Operating Instructions describe the functionality of the standard scope. Additions or
revisions made by the machine manufacturer are documented by the machine manufacturer.
Other functions not described in this documentation might be executable in the control. However, no claim can be made regarding the availability of these functions when the equipment
is first supplied or in the event of servicing.
The functions of the control system can be carried out in the following operating areas:
PositionMachine operation
Offset/ParametersInput of offset values and setting data
ProgramCreation of part programs
Program ManagerPart program directory
SystemDiagnosis, start--up
AlarmAlarm and message lists
Introduction
1.2Operating areas
Protection levels
To switch the operating area, use the relevant key (hard key).
The SINUMERIK 802D sl provides a concept of protection levels for enabling data areas.
The control system is delivered with default passwords for the protection levels 1 to 3.
Protection level 1Expert password
Protection level 2Manufacturer password
Protection level 3User password
These control the individual access authorizations.
In the menus listed below the input and modification of data depends on the protection level set:
The calculator function can be activated from any operating area using ”SHIFT” and ”=”.
To calculate terms, the four basic arithmetic operations can be used, as well as the functions
”sine”, ”cosine”, ”squaring” and ”square root”. A bracket function is provided to calculate
nested terms. The bracket depth is unlimited.
If the input field is already occupied by a value, the function will accept this value into the
input line of the calculator.
When you press the Input key, the result is calculated and displayed in the calculator.
Selecting the Accept softkey enters the result in the input field at the current cursor position
of the part program editor and closes the calculator automatically.
Note
If an input field is in editing mode, it is possible to restore the original status using the
”Toggle” key.
Fig. 1-4Pocket calculator
Characters permitted for input
1-16
+, --, *, / Fundamental operations of arithmetic
S Sine function
The X value (in degrees) in front of the input cursor is replaced by the sin(X) value.
O Cosine function
The X value (in degrees) in front of the input cursor is replaced by the cos(X) value.
When you open the calculator, softkeys for editing contour elements appear. You enter the
values for the contour element in the respective input screens. Press ”Accept” to perform the
calculation.
Softkeys
This function is used to calculate a point on a circle. The point results from the angle of the
tangent created, as well as from the radius and the direction of rotation of the circle.
G2/G3
Fig. 1-5
Enter the circle center, the angle of the tangent and the circle radius.
Use the G2/G3 softkey to define the direction of rotation of the circle.
Use this softkey to calculate the abscissa and ordinate values. The abscissa is the first axis,
and the ordinate is the second axis of the plane. The abscissa value is copied into the input
field from which the calculator function has been called, and the value of the ordinate is copied into the next following input field. If the function has been called from the part program
editor, the coordinates are saved with the axis names of the selected basic plane.
Example: Calculating the point of intersection between the circle sector
line
in plane G18.
and the straight
Given:Radius: 10
Circle center: Z 147 X 103
Connection angle of the straight line: --45
This function calculates the Cartesian coordinates of a point in the plane, which is to be connected to a point in the plane (PP) on a straight line. For calculation, the distance between
the points and the slope angle (A2) of the new straight line to be created with reference to
the slope (A1) of the given straight line must be known.
Fig. 1-7
Enter the following coordinates or angles:
Sthe coordinates of the given point (PP)
Sthe slope angle of the straight line (A1)
Sthe distance of the new point with reference to PP
Sthe slope angle of the connecting straight line (A2) with reference to A1
Use this softkey to calculate the Cartesian coordinates which are subsequently copied into
two input fields following one after another. The abscissa value is copied into the input field
from which the calculator function has been called, and the value of the ordinate is copied
into the next following input field.
If the function has been called from the part program editor, the coordinates are saved with
the axis names of the selected basic plane.
This function converts the given polar coordinates into Cartesian coordinates.
Fig. 1-8
Enter the reference point, the vector length and the slope angle.
Use this softkey to calculate the Cartesian coordinates which are subsequently copied into
two input fields following one after another. The abscissa value is copied into the input field
from which the calculator function has been called, and the value of the ordinate is copied
into the next following input field.
If the function has been called from the part program editor, the coordinates are saved with
the axis names of the selected basic plane.
Use this function to calculate the missing end point of the straight line/straight line contour
section whereby the second straight line stands vertically on the first straight line.
The following values of the straight line are known:
Straight line 1:Starting point and slope angle
Straight line 2:Length and one end point in the Cartesian coordinate system
This function is used to select the given coordinate of the end point.
The ordinate value or the abscissa value is given.
The second straight line is rotated in the CW direction or in the CCW direction by 90 degrees
relative to the first straight line.
The missing end point is calculated. The abscissa value is copied into the input field from
which the calculator function has been called, and the value of the ordinate is copied into the
next following input field.
If the function has been called from the part program editor, the coordinates are saved with
the axis names of the selected basic plane.
Example
Fig. 1-10
Add the drawing above by the value of the center circle in order to be able to calculate the
intersection point between the circle sector of the straight line. The missing center point
coordinate is calculated using the calculator function
, as the radius in the tangential
transition stands vertically on the straight line.
Fig. 1-11
Calculating M1 in section 1:
The radius stands at an angle of 90° turned CW on the straight--line defined by the angle.
Use the softkeyto select the appropriate direction of rotation. Use the softkey
Enter the coordinates of the pole, the slope angle of the straight line, the ordinate angle
of the end point and the circle radius as the length.
Fig. 1-12
Result:X = 60
to define the given end point.
Z = --44.601
1.3.3Editing Chinese characters
This function is only available in the Chinese language version.
The control system provides a function for editing Chinese characters in the program editor
and in the PLC alarm text editor. After activation, type the phonetic alphabet of the searched
character in the input field. The editor will then offer various characters for this sound, from
which you can choose the desired one by entering either of the digits 1 to 9.
Fig. 1-13Chinese editor
AltSUse this key combination to turn on/off the editor
1.3.4Hotkeys
This operator control can be used to select, copy, cut and delete texts using special key
commands. These functions are available both for the part program editor and for input
fields.
CTRLCCopy
CTRLBSelect
CTRLXCut
CTRLVPaste
AltLSwitch between uppercase/lowercase letters
AltHHelp system
or Info key
In the Program Manager area (Section 6) and with the Start--up files function (Section
7.6), files or even complete directories can be copied into another directory or to another
drive using the softkey functions Copy and Paste. When doing so, the Copy function enters
the references to the files or directories in a list which is subsequently executed by the Paste
function. This function will perform the actual copying process.
The list is kept until a new copying process overwrites this list.
Special feature:
If the RS232 interface has been selected as the data target, the Paste function is replaced
by the Send softkey function. When reading in files ( Receive) softkey), it is not necessary
to specify a target, since the name of the target directory is not contained in the data flow.
1.4The help system
Introduction
1.4The help system
To activate the help system, use the Info key. It offers a brief description for all important
operating functions.
In addition, the help function offers the following topics:
SOverview of the NC commands with a brief description
Use this function to select cross references. A cross reference is marked by the characters
”>>....<<”. This softkey is only unhidden if a cross reference is displayed in the application
area.
Back to
topic
Use this function to select a cross reference; in addition, the Back to topic softkey is displayed.
Select this function to go back to the previous screen.
Find
Use this function to search for a term in the table of contents. Type the term you are looking
for and start the search process.
Help in the ”Program editor” a rea
The system offers an explanation for each NC instruction. To display the help text directly,
position the cursor after the appropriate instruction and press the Info key.
The network function is only available for SINUMERIK 802D sl.
Thanks to the integrated network adapter, the control system is network--capable. The following connections are possible:
SPeer--to--Peer: Direct connection between control system and PC using a cross--over
cable
STwisted Pair: Integration of the control system into an existing, local network using a
patch cable.
Screened network operation with encrypted data transfer is possible using an 802D specific
transmission protocol. This protocol is used, e.g. for transmitting and executing part programs in conjunction with the RCS tool.
Introduction
1.5Network operation (optional)
1.5.1Configuring the network connection
Requirement
The control system is connected to the PC or the local network via the X5 interface.
Entering network parameters
In the ”System” operating area, select the Service display > Service control menu.
In the ”System” operating area, select the Service display > Service control menu.
Select the Service network > Authorization softkey to obtain access to the input screen to
input the network parameters.
The user accounts serve for saving personal settings of the users. To create a new account,
type the user name and the log--in password in the input fields.
Use the Create softkey to insert a new user into the user management.
Fig. 1-19
Use the Delete softkey to delete the selected user from the user management.
Remote access (access to the control system from a PC or from a network) to the control
system is disabled by default.
After log--in of a local user, the RCS tool are offered the following functions:
SStart--up functions
SData transfer (transfer of part programs)
SRemote control for the control system
To grant access to a part of the file system, first share the relevant directories with other
users.
Note:
If you share directories with other users, the authorized network nodes are granted access
to the shared files in the control system. Depending on the sharing option, the user can
modify or delete files.
1.5.5Sharing directories
This function defines the rights for access of remote users to the file system of the control
system.
Use the Program Manager to select the directory you want to share.
More...
Shares
Press More...
Use the Shares softkey to open the input screen for sharing the selected directory.
The Connect function assigns a network drive a local drive letter.
Fig. 1-23Network drive configuration
Position the cursor on a free drive letter and use the TAB key to switch to the Path input
field. Enter the IP address and the sharing name in this field.
Example:
\\192.4.5.23\TEST\
The Connect softkey assigns the server connection a drive letter.
Disconnecting network drives
Dis-connect
1-32
Use the Disconnect function to disconnect a shared drive/directory from the network.
With the RCS tool (Remote Control System), you are provided with an Explorer tool for your
PC/PG to assist you in your daily work with SINUMERIK 802D sl.
The connection between the control system and the PC/PG can be provided either via an
RS232 cable or a network (option).
Notice
The full functionality of the RCS tool is only provided after loading of the RCS 802 license
key.
With this key, the connection to the control system can be established via a local network
(only for SINUMERIK 802D sl pro) and the remote operating function and other functions
canbeused.
Without a license key, it is only possible to share local directories (on the PC/PG) for access
by the control system.
Fig. 1-25Explorer window of the RCS tool
After starting, you are in offline mode. This means that you can manage files on your PC
only. In online mode, the Control 802D directory is also available to you for file exchange
with the control system. In addition, a remote control function is provided for process monitoring.
Note
The RCS tool provides a detailed online help function. For further details e.g. establishing a
connection, project management etc., please refer to this help menu.
For machine tools, right--handed, right--angled coordinate systems are used. The movements on the machine are described as a relative movement between tool and workpiece.
+Z
Introduction
1.7Coordinate systems
Fig. 1-26Determination of the axis directions another to one; coordinate system for programming
when turning
Machine coordinate system (MCS)
How the coordinate system is located with reference to the machine, depends on the machine type concerned. It can be rotated in different positions.
+X
+Y
+X
+Z
+Z
+X
Fig. 1-27Machine coordinates/machine axes using the example of a turning machine
The origin of this coordinate system is machine zero.
This point only represents a reference point defined by the machine manufacturer. It need
not be approachable.
The traversing range of the machine axes can lie in the negative range.
In addition, a clockwise--rotating, right--angled coordinate system is used to describe the
geometry of a workpiece in the workpiece program (see Figure 1-26).
The programmer can select any workpiece zero in the Z axis. In the X axis, it lies in the
turning center.
Fig. 1-28Workpiece coordinate system
Relative coordinate system
In addition to the machine and workpiece coordinate systems, the control system provides a
relative coordinate system. This coordinate system is used for setting reference points that
can be freely selected and have no influence on the active workpiece coordinate system. All
axis movements are displayed relative to these reference points.
Clamping the workpiece
For machining, the workpiece is clamped on the machine. The workpiece must be aligned
such that the axes of the workpiece coordinate system run in parallel with those of the machine. Any resulting offset of the machine zero with reference to the workpiece zero is determined along the Z axis and entered in a data area intended for the settable work offset.In
the NC program, this offset is activated, e.g. using a programmed G54 (see also Section
The programmed work offset TRANS can be used to generate an offset with reference to
the workpiece coordinate system resulting in the current workpiece coordinate system (see
Section ”Programmable work offset: TRANS”).
When you turn on the SINUMERIK 802D and the machine, please also observe the
Machine Documentation, since turning on and reference point approach are
machine--dependent functions.
This documentation assumes an 802D standard machine control panel (MCP). Should you
use a different MCP, the operation may be other than described herein.
operating sequence
First, turn on the power supply of CNC and machine. After the control system has powered
up, you are in the ”Position” operating area, in Jog Ref mode.
The Reference point approach window is active.
2
Fig. 2-1The ”Jog--Ref” start screen
Use the Ref key on the machine control panel to activate ”reference point approach”.
The ”Reference point approach” window (Figure 2-1) displays whether the axes are referenced (approached to their reference points).
Before you can work with the CNC, set up the machine, the tools, etc. on the CNC as follows:
SEnter the tools and the tool offsets.
SEnter/modify the work offset.
SEnter the setting data.
3.1Entering tools and tool offsets
Functionality
The tool offsets consist of several data describing the geometry, the wear and the tool type.
Each tool contains various parameters whose number depends on the particular tool type.
Tools are identified by a number (T number).
See also Section 8.6 ”Tool and tool compensation”
3
Operating sequences
Use this softkey to open the ”Tool offset data” window which contains a list of the tools
created. Use the cursor keys and the Page Up/Page Down keys to navigate in this list.
Use this softkey to reset all compensation values of the edge to zero.
This function is intended to change the tool type. Select the tool type using the appropriate
softkey.
Use this function to search for a tool by its number.
Use this softkey to create tool offset data for a new tool.
3.1.1Create new tool
Operating sequence
New
tool
Tuning
Tool
This function offers another two softkey functions to select the tool type. After selecting the
tool type, type the desired tool number (max. 3 digits) in the input field.
Fig. 3-3The ”New tool” windowInput of the tool number
For milling and drilling tools, the machining directions must be selected.
Fig. 3-4Selection of the machining direction for a milling tool
Select OK to confirm your input. A data record loaded with zero will be included in the tool
list.
3.1.2Determining the tool offsets (manually)
Functionality
This function can be used to determine the unknown geometry of a tool T.
Requirement
The relevant tool is loaded. In JOG mode, you will approach the edge of the tool to a machine point whose machine coordinate values are known. This can be a workpiece with a
known geometry.
Procedure
Enter the reference point in the appropriate field Ø or Z0.
Please observe: Assignment of Length 1 or Length 2 to the axis is dependent on the tool
type (turning tool, drill).
For the turning tool, the reference point for the X axis is a diameter dimension!
Using the actual position of the point F (machine coordinate) and the reference point, the
control system can calculate the offset value assigned to length 1 or length 2 for the axis.
Note: You can also use a zero already determined (e.g value of G54). In this case, use the
edge of the tool to approach the workpiece zero point. If the edge is positioned directly at
workpiece zero, the reference point is zero.
F -- toolholder reference point
M -- machine zero
W -- workpiece zero
The offset value in the X axis is a diameter value.
X
Machine
M
Fig. 3-5Determination of the length offsets using the example of a turning tool
Fig. 3-6Determination of the length offset using the example of a drill: Length 1/Z axis
Note
Figure 3-6 only applies if the variables are the machine data MD 42950 TOOL_LENGTH_TYPE
and MD 42940 TOOL_LENGTH_CONST≠ are ”0”; otherwise, length tool 2 will apply for the
milling and drilling tools (see also Manufacturer Documentation ”SINUMERIK 802D sl Operating
Instructions”)
Operating sequence
Tool
Measur.
In JOG mode, use the Tool Measur. softkey to open the list box for manual and semiautomatic measuring.
M
e.g. G55
W
Length 1=?
F
Z
Machine
.
Fig. 3-7Selecting manual or semiautomatic measuring
SEither type the workpiece diameter in the ”Ø” field or the workpiece length in the ”Z0”
field. The machine coordinates and the values from the work offsets will apply.
When using a spacer, it is also possible to enter the thickness of the spacer for taking
into account.
SAfter selecting the Set length 1 or Set length 2 softkey, the control system will deter-
mine the searched length 1 or length 2 of the preselected axis. The offset value determined will be stored.
Save
position
Selecting this softkey will save the X position. Thereafter, you can traverse in the X direction.
Thus, it is possible to determine, for example, the workpiece diameter. The stored value of
the axis position will then be used for calculating the length offset.
The activation of the softkey is dependent on the display machine data 373
MEAS_SAVE_POS_LENGTH2 (see also Manufacturer Documentation ”SINUMERIK 802D
sl Operating Instructions”)
In this input screen, you can enter tool and cutting edge numbers. In addition, the edge posi-
tion is displayed after the
symbol.
After the screen form has been opened, the input fields are filled with the data of the tool
currently working.
Thetoolcanbeeither
Sthe currently active tool of the NC (loaded via a part program) or
Sa tool loaded by the PLC.
If the tool was loaded by the PLC, the tool number in the input screen can be different than
that in the T, F, S window.
If you change the tool number, no automatic tool change will be performed using this function. The entered tool, however, are assigned measurement results.
Measuring process
Approach the probe using either the traversing keys or the handwheel.
After the ”Probe tripped”
measuring process is completed. During the automatic measurement, a dial gauge
displayed, which symbolizes the measuring process currently active.
has appeared, release the traversing key and wait until the
To create the measuring program, the ”Safety clearance” parameters from the Settings screen
form and the feedrate from the Probe data screen form are used (see Section 3.1.5).
If several axes are moved simultaneously, no offset data can be calculated.
3.1.4Determining the t o o l offsets using optical measuring instruments
Fig. 3-10Measuring using an optical measuring instrument (for the T and D input fields, please refer
Measuring process
For measuring, traverse the tool until its tip appears in the crosshair. With a milling tool, use
the highest point of the cutting edge to determine the tool length.
Subsequently, select the Set length softkey to calculate the offset values.
3.1.5Probe settings
Settings
Data
probe
The screen form below is used to store the coordinates of the probe and to set the axis feedrate for the automatic measuring process.
All position values refer to the machine coordinate system.
After the screen form has appeared, an animation signaling the step to be executed is displayed next to the current positions of the probe. This point must be approached with the
appropriate axis.
After the ”Probe tripped”
measuring process is completed. During the automatic measurement, a dial gauge
has appeared, release the traversing key and wait until the
, is
displayed, which symbolizes the measuring process currently active.
The positions delivered by the measuring program serve to calculate the real probe position.
The measuring function can be quit without approaching all positions. The points already
sensed are stored.
Note
To create the measuring program, the ”Safety clearance” parameters from the Settings
screen form and the feedrate from the Probe data screen form are used.
If several axes are moved simultaneously, no offset data can be calculated.
Use the Next Step function to skip a point if this is not needed for measuring.
After the reference point approach, the actual--value memory and thus also the actual--value
display are referred to the machine zero. A machining program, however, is always referred
to the workpiece zero. This offset must be entered as the work offset.
Operating sequences
Use Offset Parameter and Work Offset to select the work offset.
An overview of all settable work offsets will appear on the screen. The screen form addition-
Work
Offset
ally contains the values of the programmed work offset and the active scaling factors, the
”Mirroring active” status display and the total of all active work offsets.
Setting Up
3.2Entering/modifying a work offset
Change
activated
Fig. 3-13The ”Work offset” window
Position the cursor bar on the input field to be changed
and enter the value(s). Either move the cursor a press the Input key to accept the values
from the input fields into the work offsets.
The compensation values of the cutting edge come into effect immediately.
You have select the window with the relevant work offset (e.g. G54) and the axis you want to
determine for the offset.
Fig. 3-14Determining the work offset -Z axis
Proceed as follows
Measure
workpiece
Select the ”Measure workpiece” softkey. The control system will switch to the ”Position”
operating area and will open the dialog box for measuring the work offsets. The selected
axis will appear as a softkey with a black background.
Then scratch the workpiece with the tool tip. In the field ”Set position to:”, type the position
you wish to assume the workpiece edge in the workpiece coordinate system.
F -- -toolholder reference point
M--- machine zero
W--- workpiece zero
X
Machine
M
Work offset Z=?
Workpiece
W
Length 2
F
Actual position Z
Z
Machine
Set work
offset
3-52
Fig. 3-15Screen form Determine work offset in Z
Selecting this softkey will calculate the offset and display the result in the ”Offset” field.
3.3Programming setting data -- ”Parameter” operating area
3.3Programming setting data -- ”Parameter” operating area
Functionality
You use the setting data to define the settings for the operating states. These can be
changed as necessary.
Operating sequences
Select Setting data using the Offset parameter and Setting data softkeys.
Setting Up
Setting
data
The Setting data softkey branches to another menu level where various control options can
be set.
Fig. 3-16The Setting data start screen
JOG feedrate
Feedrate value in Jog mode
If the feedrate value is ”zero”, the control system will use the value stored in the machine
data.
Spindle
Spindle speed
Minimum/maximum
A limitation of the spindle speed in the ”Max.” (G26)/”Min.” (G25) fields can only be performed within the limit values defined in the machine data.
Programmed (limitation)
Programmable upper speed limitation (LIMS) at constant cutting rate (G96).
Dry run feed (DRY)
The feedrate which can be entered here will be used instead of the programmed feedrate
in Automatic mode if the ”Dry run feed” function is selected.
Start angle for thread cutting (SF)
For thread cutting, a start position for the spindle is displayed as the start angle. A multiple thread can be cut by changing the angle when the thread cutting operation is repeated.
3.3Programming setting data -- ”Parameter” operating area
Position the cursor bar on the input field you want to modify and enter the value(s).
Either press the Input key or move the cursor to confirm.
Softkeys
Work area
limit.
Time
counter
The working area limitation is active with geometry and additional axes. If you want to use a
working area limitation, its values can be entered in this dialog box. Selecting the Set Active
softkey activates/deactivates the values for the axis highlighted by the cursor.
3.3Programming setting data -- ”Parameter” operating area
Meaning:
SParts total: Number of workpieces produced in total (actual total value)
SParts required: Number of workpieces required (number of workpieces setpoint)
SPart count: This counter registers the number of all workpieces produced since the start-
ing time.
SRun time: Total runtime of NC programs in Automatic mode
In Automatic mode, the runtimes of all programs between NC Start and end of program/Reset are summed up. The timer is zeroed with each power--up of the control
system.
SCycle time: Tool action time
The runtime between NC Start and end of program/Reset is measured in the selected
NC program. The timer is reset with starting a new NC program.
SCutting time
The runtime of the path axes is measured in all NC programs between NC Start and end
of program/Reset without rapid traverse active and with the tool active. The measurement is interrupted when a dwell time is active.
Misc
The timer is automatically reset to zero in the case of a ”Control power--up with default values”.
Use this function to display all setting data for the control system in the form of a list. The
data are divided into
3.4R parameters -- ”Offset/Parameter” operating area
3.4R parameters -- ”Offset/Parameter” operating area
Functionality
The R parameters start screen displays all R parameters existing in the control system (see
also Section 8.9 ”R parameters”).
These can be changed as necessary.
Fig. 3-20The ”R parameters” window
Operating sequence
Use the Softkey R variable in the ”OFF PARAM” operating area.
Rvariable
to position the cursor bar on the input field you want to change and enter the values.
Either press the Input key or move the cursor to confirm.
Use the Jog key on the machine control panel to select Jog mode.
+X
-Z
...
To traverse the axes, press the appropriate key of the X or Z axis.
The axes will traverse continuously at the velocity stored in the setting data until the key is
released. If the value of the setting data is zero, the value stored in the machine data is
used.
If necessary set the velocity using the override switch.
%
If you press additionally the Rapid traverse override key, the selected axis will be traversed
at rapid traverse speed until both keys are released.
In Jog mode, you can traverse the axes by adjustable increments using the same operating
sequence. The set number of increments is displayed in the status area. To deselect Jog
mode, press Jog once more.
The Jog start screen displays the position, feedrate and spindle values, as well as the current tool.
Table 4-1Description of the parameters in the Jog start screen
ParameterExplanation
MCS
X
Z
+X
-Z
Position
mm
Repos. offsetIf the axes are traversed in ”Program interrupted” condition in Jog mode, the distance traversed by
G functionDisplays important G functions
Spindle S
r.p.m.
Feed F
mm/min
ToolDisplays the currently active tool with the current edge number
Displays the axes existing in the machine coordinate system (MCS) or in the workpiece coordinate
system (WCS)
If you traverse an axis in the positive (+) or negative (-) direction, a plus or minus sign will appear in
the relevant field.
If the axis is already in the required position, no sign is displayed.
These fields display the current position of the axes in the MCS or WCS.
each axis relative to the interruption point is displayed in the column.
Displays the actual value and the setpoint of the spindle speed
Displays the path feedrate actual value and setpoint.
Softkeys
Set
base
Note
If a second spindle is integrated into the system, the workspindle will be displayed using a smaller font.
The window will always display the data of only one spindle.
The control system displays the spindle data according to the following aspects
:
The master spindle (large display) is displayed:
--in the idle condition;
--when starting the spindle;
--if both spindles are active.
The workspindle (small display) is displayed:
--when starting the workspindle.
The power bar applies to the spindle currently active.
This softkey is used to set the base work offset or a temporary reference point in the relative
coordinate system. After opening, this function can be used to set the base work offset.
In the input window, position the input cursor on the desired axis; thereafter, enter the
new position. Then, press Input or move the cursor to confirm your input.
SSetting all axes to zero
The softkey function All to zero overwrites the current position of the appropriate axis
with zero.
SSetting individual axes to zero
Selecting the softkey X=0 or Z=0 overwrites the current position with zero.
Use the Set rel softkey to switch the display to the relative coordinate system. Any subsequent inputs will change the reference point in this coordinate system.
Note
A changed base work offset acts independently of any other work offsets.
Use this softkey to determine the work offset (see Chapter 3)
Use this softkey to measure the tool offsets (see Chapter 3)
Settings
The input screen shown below is intended to set the retraction plane, the safety clearance
and the direction of rotation of the spindle for automatically generated part programs in MDA
mode. Furthermore, the values for the JOG feedrate and the variable increment dimension
canbeset.
Fig. 4-4
Retract plane:TheFace function retracts the tool to the specified position (Z position) after
the function has been executed.
Safety distance: Safety distance to the workpiece surface
This value defines the minimum distance between the workpiece surface and the workpiece.
It is used by the functions ”Face” and ”Automatic tool gauging”.
JOG feedrate: Feedrate value in Jog mode
Dir. of rot.: Direction of rotation of the spindle for automatically generated programs in JOG
and MDA modes.
Switch to
mm > inch
Use this softkey to switch between the metric and the inch system.
4.1.1Assigning handwheels
Operating sequence
Manual
wheel
Use this softkey to display the Handwheel window in Jog mode.
After the window has been opened, all axis identifiers are displayed in the ”Axis” column,
which simultaneously appear in the softkey bar.
Select the desired handwheel using the cursor. Thereafter, select the relevant axis softkey
for the required axis for assignment or deselection.
Use the MCS softkey to select the axes from the machine or workpiece coordinate system
for handwheel assignment. The current setting is displayed in the window.
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Manually Controlled Mode
4.2MDA mode (manual input) -- ”Machine” operating area
4.2MDA mode (manual input) -- ”Machine” operating area
Functionality
In MDA mode, you can create or execute a part program.
Caution
!
Operating sequences
MDA mode is subject to the same safety interlocks as the fully automatic mode.
Furthermore, the same prerequisites are required as in the fully automatic mode.
Use the MDA key on the machine control panel to select MDA mode.
Fig. 4-6MDA start screen
Enter one or several blocks using the keyboard.
Press NC START to start machining. During machining, editing of the blocks is no longer
possible.
After machining, the contents is preserved so that the machining can be repeated by pressing NC START once more.
4.2MDA mode (manual input) -- ”Machine” operating area
Table 4-2Description of the parameters in the MDA working window
ParameterExplanation
MCS
X
Z
+X
-- Z
Position
mm
Distance--to--goThis field displays the distance to go of the axes in the MCS or WCS.
G functionDisplays important G functions
Spindle S
r.p.m.
Feedrate FDisplays the path feedrate actual value and setpoint in mm/min or mm/rev.
ToolDisplays the currently active tool with the current edge number (T..., D...).
Editing window
Displays the existing axes in the MCS or WCS
If you traverse an axis in the positive (+) or negative (-) direction, a plus or minus sign will appear in
the relevant field.
If the axis is already in the required position, no sign is displayed.
These fields display the current position of the axes in the MCS or WCS.
Displays the actual value and the setpoint of the spindle speed
In the ”Stop” or ”Reset” program state, an editing window serves to input a part program block.
Note
If a second spindle is integrated into the system, the workspindle will be displayed using a smaller font.
The window will always display the data of only one spindle.
The control system displays the spindle data according to the following aspects
The master spindle is displayed:
--in the idle condition;
--when starting the spindle;
--if both spindles are active.
The workspindle is displayed:
--when starting the workspindle.
The power bar applies to the spindle currently active.
4.2MDA mode (manual input) -- ”Machine” operating area
Softkeys
Set
base
Face
Settings
G
function
Auxiliary
function
Axis
feedrate
Delete
MDI prog.
Save
MDI prog.
Use this softkey to set the base work offset (see Section 4.1).
Face milling (see also Section 4.2.1)
Refer to Section 4.1
The G function window displays G functions whereby each G function is assigned to a group
and has a fixed position in the window.
Use the PageDown and PageUp keys to display further G functions. Selecting the softkey
repeatedly will close the window.
This window displays the auxiliary and M functions currently active. Selecting the softkey
repeatedly will close the window.
Use this softkey to display the Axis feedrate window.
Selecting the softkey repeatedly will close the window.
Use this function to delete blocks from the program window.
Enter a name in the input field with which you wish the MDA program to be saved in the program directory. Alternatively, you can select an existing program from the list.
To switch between the input field and the program list, use the TAB key.
MCS/WCS
REL
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Fig. 4-7
The actual values for MDA mode are displayed depending on the selected coordinate
system. Use this softkey to switch between the two coordinate systems.
Use this function to prepare a blank for the subsequent machining without creating a special
part program.
Operating sequence
Face
In MDA mode, select the Face softkey to open the input screen.
SPosition the axes on the start point.
SEnter the values in the screen form.
After you have filled out the screen form completely, the function will create a part program
which can be started with NC Start. The input screen will be closed, and the ”Machine” start
screen will appear. Here you can observe the program progress.
Manually Controlled Mode
4.2MDA mode (manual input) -- ”Machine” operating area
Important
The retraction plane and the safety clearance must be defined beforehand in the ”Settings”
menu.
Fig. 4-8Accepting the current tool tip position
Table 4-3Description of the parameters in the Face turning working window
Parameter
ToolInput of the tool to be used
The tool is loaded prior to machining. To this end, the function calls a working cycle performing
all steps required. This cycle is provided by the machine manufacturer.
Feedrate FInput of the path feedrate, in mm/min or mm/rev.
4.2MDA mode (manual input) -- ”Machine” operating area
Table 4-3Description of the parameters in the Face turning working window, continued
ParameterExplanation
Spindle S
r.p.m.
Mach.Definition of the surface quality.
Diameter DNInput of the blank diameter of the part
Z0
Blank dimensions
Z1
Cutting dimension
DZ
Cutting dimension
UZ
Max. infeed
UX
Max. infeed
Input of the spindle speed
You can select between roughing and finishing.
Input of the Z position
Cutting dimension, incremental
Input of the cutting length in the z--direction.
Specified in increments relative to the workpiece edge.
Stock allowance in the Z direction
Stock allowance in the X direction
Peripher.
surface
Longitudinal turning
Fig. 4-9Longitudinal turning
Table 4-4Description of the parameters in the Face turning working window
Parameter
ToolInput of the tool to be used
The tool is loaded prior to machining. To this end, the function calls a working cycle performing
all steps required. This cycle is provided by the machine manufacturer.
Feedrate FInput of the path feedrate, in mm/min or mm/rev.
Spindle S
r.p.m.
Mach.Use this softkey to define the surface quality.
Table 5-1Description of the parameters in the working window
Parameter
MCS
X
Z
+X
-Z
PositionmmThese fields display the current position of the axes in the MCS or WCS.
Distance--
to--go
G functionDisplays important G functions
Spindle S
r.p.m.
Feedrate F
mm/min or
mm/rev.
ToolDisplays the currently active tool with the current edge number (T..., D...).
Current block The block display displays seven subsequent blocks of the currently active part program. The dis-
Displays the existing axes in the MCS or WCS
If you traverse an axis in the positive (+) or negative (-) direction, a plus or minus sign will appear in
the relevant field.
If the axis is already in the required position, no sign is displayed.
These fields display the current position of the axes in the MCS or WCS.
Displays the setpoint and actual value of the spindle speed
Displays the path feedrate actual value and setpoint
play of one block is limited to the width of the window. If several blocks are executed quickly one
after the other, it is recommended to switch to the ”Program progress” window. To switch back to the
seven-- block display, use the ”Program sequence” softkey.
If a second spindle is integrated into the system, the workspindle will be displayed using a smaller font.
The window will always display the data of only one spindle.
Softkeys
Programme
d
control
Program
test
Dry run
feedrate
The control system displays the spindle data according to the following aspects
:
The master spindle is displayed:
-- in the idle condition;
-- when starting the spindle;
-- if both spindles are active.
The workspindle is displayed:
-- when starting the workspindle.
The power bar applies to the spindle currently active.
The program control softkeys are displayed (e.g. ”Skip block”, ”Program test”).
If ”Program test” is selected, the output of setpoints to axes and spindles is disabled. The
set point display ”simulates” the traversing movements.
If you select this softkey, all traversing movements are performed with the feedrate setpoint
specified via the ”Dry run feed” setting data. Instead of the programmed motion commands,
the dry run feedrate will be effective.
Condit.
stop
Skip
SBL fine
ROV active
Back <<
Block
Search
To
contour
If this function is active, the program execution is stopped at the blocks in which the miscellaneous function M01 is programmed.
Program blocks marked with a slash in front of the block number are skipped during the program execution (e.g. ”/N100”).
If this function is enabled, the part program blocks are executed separately as follows: Each
block is decoded separately, and a stop is performed at each block; an exception are only the
thread blocks without dry run feedrate. In such blocks, a stop is only performed at the end of
the current thread block. ”Single Block fine” can only be selected in the RESET status.
The feedrate override switch also acts on the rapid traverse override.
Use this softkey to quit the screen form.
Use the block search function to go to the desired place in the program.
Forward block search with calculation
During the block search, the same calculations are carried out as during normal program
operation, but the axes do not move.
Block search forward with calculation to the block end point
During the block search, the same calculations are carried out as during normal program
operation, but the axes do not move.
Block search forward without calculation
No calculation is performed during the block search.
The cursor is positioned on the main program block of the interruption point.
The ”Find” softkey provides the functions ”Find line”, ”Find text” etc.
Use this softkey to correct a fault program passage. Any changes will be stored immediately.
Opens the G functions window to display all G functions currently active.
The G functions window displays all G functions currently active whereby each G function is
assigned to a group and has a fixed position in the window.
Use the PageUp or PageDown keys to display further G functions.
Auxiliary
function
Axis
feedrate
Program
sequence
MCS/WCS
REL
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Fig. 5-3Active G function window
This window displays the auxiliary and M functions currently active.
Selecting the softkey repeatedly will close the window.
Use this softkey to display the Axis feedrate window.
Selecting the softkey repeatedly will close the window.
Use this softkey to switch from the seven--block to the three--block display.
Switches the axis value display between the machine, workpiece and relative coordinate
systems.
5.1Selecting/starting a part program -- ”Machine” operating area
5.1Selecting/starting a part program -- ”Machine” operating area
Functionality
Before starting the program, make sure that both the control system and the machine are
set up. Observe the relevant safety notes of the machine manufacturer.
Operating sequence
Select Automatic mode using the AUTO key on the machine control panel.
The Program Manager is opened. Use the NC directory (selection by default) or CustomerCF card softkeys to go to the appropriate directories.
Execute
Programmed
control
Fig. 5-4The ”Program Manager” start screen
Position the cursor bar on the desired program.
Use the Execute (NC directory) or Ext. execution (with CF card) softkey to select the program for execution. The name of the selected program is displayed in the ”Program name”
screen line.
If desired, here you can specify how you want the program to be executed.
Requirement: The required program has already been selected (see Section 5.1) and the
control system is in the Reset condition.
Automatic Mode
Block
Search
To
contour
To
end point
The block search function provides advance of the program to the required block in the part
program. The search target is set by positioning the cursor bar directly on the required block
in the part program.
Fig. 5-6Block search
Block search to the block start
Block search to the end of the block
Without
calculate
Interr.
point
Find
Block search without calculation
The interruption point is loaded.
Use this softkey to perform the block search by entering a term you are looking for.
A toggle field is provided to define from which position you will search for the term.
Search result
The required block is displayed in the Current block window.
5.3Stopping/canceling a part program
Operating sequence
Press NC STOP to cancel a part program.
Press NC START to continue the program execution.
Use RESET to interrupt the program currently running.
Pressing NC START again will restart the program you have interrupted and execute the
program from the beginning.
After a program cancellation (RESET), you can retract the tool from the contour in manual
mode (Jog).
Operating sequence
Select Automatic mode.
Automatic Mode
5.4Reapproach after cancellation
Block
Search
Interr.
Point
To
contour
Use this softkey to open the Block search window for loading the interruption point.
The interruption point is loaded.
Selecting this softkey starts the block search to the interruption point. An adjustment to the
start position of the interrupted block is carried out.
Press NC START to continue the program execution.
5.5Repositioning after interruption
After a program interruption (NC STOP), you can retract the tool from the contour in manual
mode (Jog). The control system saves the coordinates of the point of interruption. The distances traversed by the axes are displayed.
Operating sequence
Select Automatic mode.
Press NC START to continue the program execution.
Caution
When reapproaching the interruption point, all axes will traverse at the same time. Make
sure that the traversing area is not obstructed.
Press the Program Manager key to open the program directory.
RCS
connect.
Fig. 6-1”Program Manager” start screen
6
Use the cursor keys to navigate in the program directory. To find program names quickly,
simply type the initial letter of the program name. The control system will automatically position the cursor on a program with matching characters.
Use this softkey to display the directories of the NC.
Use this softkey to select the program on which the cursor is positioned for execution. The
control system will switch to the position display. With the next NC START, this program will
be started.
Use the New softkey to create a new program.
Use the ”Open” softkey to open the file highlighted by the cursor for processing.
Use this softkey to select all files for the subsequent operations. The selection can be canceled by selecting the softkey once more.
Note
Selecting individual files:
Position the cursor on the appropriate file and press the Select key. The selected line will
change its color. If you press the Select key once more, the selection is canceled.
Copy
Paste
Delete
More
Rename
Preview
window
This function will enter one or several files in a list of files (called ’clipboard’) to be copied.
This function will paste files or directories from the clipboard to the current directory.
When selecting the ”Delete” softkey, the file selected using the cursor is deleted after a confirmation warning. If several files have been selected, all these files will be deleted after a
confirmation warning.
Use the OK softkey to execute the deletion order and Abort to discard.
Use this softkey to branch to further functions.
Selecting the Rename softkey opens a window where you can rename the program you
have selected beforehand using the cursor.
After you have entered the new name, either press OK to confirm or Abort to cancel.
This function opens a window displaying the first seven lines of a file if the cursor has been
positioned on the program name for a certain time.
Selecting this softkey provides the functions required to read out/read in files via the RS232
interface and the function ”Program execution from external”. When the function is selected,
the directories of the CF card are displayed.
Use this softkey to select the program on which the cursor is positioned for execution. If the
CF card is selected, the program is executed by the NC as an external program. This program must not contain any program calls of part programs which are not stored in the directory of the NC.
The functions required for reading out/reading in files are provided via the RS232 interface.
Use this function to transmit files from the clipboard to a PC connected to the RS232.
Use this softkey to load files via the RS232 interface.
For the settings of the interface, please refer to the System operating area (Chapter 7). The
part programs must be transmitted using the text format.
6.1Entering a new program -- ”Program” operating area
6.1Entering a new program -- ”Program” operating area
Operating sequences
You have selected the Program Manager.
NC
directory
New
Use either NC directory softkey or the Customer CF card softkey to select the location
where you want to store the new program.
Press the New softkey; a dialog box will appear where you can enter the name of the new
main program or subroutine. The .MPF extension for main programs is entered automatically. the extension for subroutines ”.SPF” must be entered together with the program name.
Fig. 6-2New program input screen
Enter the name for the new program.
Use the OK softkey to confirm your input. The new part program file will be created, and the
editor window is opened automatically.
Use Abort to cancel the creation of the program; the window will be closed.
6.2Editing part program -- ”Program” operating area
Operating sequence
Use the ”Program manager” to select the program you want to edit and select Open to open
the program.
Softkeys
Edit
Execute
Mark
block
Copy
block
Insert
block
Delete
block
Find
Renumber
Use this softkey to edit a file.
Use this softkey to execute the selected file.
Use this softkey to select a text segment up to the current cursor position (alternatively:
<Ctrl>B)
Use this softkey to copy a selected block to the clipboard. (alternatively: <Ctrl>B)
Use this softkey to paste a text from the clipboard at the current cursor position.
(alternatively: <Ctrl>V)
Use this softkey to delete a selected text. (alternatively: <Ctrl>X)
Use the Find softkey to search for a string in the program file displayed.
Type the term you are looking for in the input line and use the OK softkey to start the
search.
Use ”Abort” to close the dialog box without starting the search process.
Use this softkey to replace the block numbers from the current cursor position up to the program end.
Contour
Drilling
Milling
Turning
Recompile
Simulation
For programming the contour (”blueprint programming”), see Section 6.3
see Section ”Cycles”
see Section ”Cycles” (with the options ”Transmit” and ”Tracyl”)
see Section ”Cycles”
For recompilation, position the cursor on the cycle calling line in the program. This function
decodes the cycle name and prepares the screen form with the relevant parameters. If there
are any parameters beyond the range of validity, the function will automatically use the default values. After the screen form is closed, the original parameter block is replaced by the
corrected block.
Note: Only automatically generated blocks can be recompiled.
The control system offers various contour screen forms for the fast and reliable creation of
part programs. Use these screen forms to enter the required parameters.
The following contour elements or contour sections can be programmed using the contour
screen forms:
S Straight line section with specification of end point or angle
S Contour section straight line -- straight line with specification of angle and end point
S Circle sector with specification of center point/end point/radius
S Contour section straight line -- circle with tangential transition; calculated from angle, ra-
dius and end point
S Contour section straight line -- circle with any transition; calculated from angle, center
point and end point
S Contour section straight line -- circle with tangential transition; calculated from angle, ra-
dius and end point
Part Programming
6.3Contour definition programming
S Contour section circle -- straight line with any transition; calculated from angle, center
point and end point
S Contour section circle -- straight line -- circle with tangential transitions
S Contour section circle -- circle with tangential transition; calculated from center point, ra-
dius and end point
S Contour section circle -- circle with any transition; calculated from center point and end
point
S Contour section circle -- circle -- circle with tangential transitions
S Contour section straight line -- circle -- straight line -- circle with tangential transitions
Fig. 6-5Softkey functions
The coordinates can be input either as an absolute, incremental or polar value. Input is
switched using the Toggle key.
Use these softkey functions to branch into the individual contour elements.
If a contour screen form is opened for the first time, the starting point of the contour section
must be reported to the control system. All subsequent motions will refer to this point. If you
move the input bar with the cursor, all values must be reentered.
For example, if you would like to program straight lines, press the following softkey.
Programming aid for the programming of straight line sections
Fig. 6-6Setting the starting point
Use this dialog screen form to define whether the following contour sections are to be programmed using radius or diameter programming or whether the transformation axes are to
be used for TRANSMIT or TRACYL.
The Approach start point softkey function will generate an NC block approaching the entered coordinates.
After you have set the start point, the following program aid appears, e.g., for programming
straight line segments.
Enter the end point of the straight line in absolute dimensions, in incremental dimensions
(with reference to the starting point) or in polar coordinates. The current settings are displayed in the dialog screen form.
The end point can also be defined by a coordinate and the angle between an axis and the
straight line.
If the end point is determined via polar coordinates, you will need the length of the vector between the
pole and the end point, as well as the angle of the vector relative to the pole.
This requires that a pole has been set beforehand. This pole will be applicable until a new pole is set.
If you have elected to enter polar coordinates (POL) using the Toggle--Select key, an addi-
tional Set Pole softkey is available in the vertical softkey bar for entering the pole point.
Set
Pole
G0/G1
Fig. 6-8
A dialog box will appear in which the coordinates of the pole point must be entered. The pole
point will refer to the selected plane.
Fig. 6-9
If this function is selected, the selected block is traversed at rapid traverse or with the
programmed path feedrate.
Table 6-1Input in the dialog screen form, continued
Part Programming
6.3Contour definition programming
Angle of straight line 2
FeedrateFFeedrate
A2The angle is specified in the counterclockwise direction from 0 to 360
degrees.
Use this dialog screen form to create a circular block using the end point and center point
coordinates.
Fig. 6-12
G2/G3
OK
Enter the end point and center point coordinates in the input fields. Input fields no longer
needed are hidden.
Use this softkey to switch the direction of rotation from G2 to G3. G3 will appear on the
display.
Selecting this softkey again will switch back the display to G2.
Pressing the OK softkey will accept the block into the part program.
This function will calculate the tangential transition between a contour and a circle sector.
The straight line must be described by the starting point and the angle. The circle must be
described by the radius and the end point.
For calculating the points of intersection with any transition angles, the POI softkey function
will display the center point coordinates.
Fig. 6-13Straight line - circle with tangential transition
Table 6-2Input in the dialog screen form
G2/G3
POI
End point of the circle
Angle of straight lineAThe angle is specified in the counterclockwise direction from 0 to 360
Radius of the circleRInput field for the circle radius
FeedrateFInput field for the interpolation feedrate
Center point of the
circle
EEnter the end point of the circle.
degrees.
MIf there is no tangential transition between the straight line and the
circle, the circle center point must be known. The specification is performed depending on the type of calculation (absolute, incremental or
polar coordinates) selected in the previous block.
Use this softkey to switch the direction of rotation from G2 to G3. G3 will appear on the display.
Pressing this softkey again will switch back the display to G2. The display changes to G2.
You can choose between tangential or any transition.
The screen form generates a straight line and a circle block from the data you have entered.
If several points of intersection exist, the desired point of intersection must be selected from
a dialog box.
If one coordinate was not entered, the program tries to calculate it from the existing specifications. If there are several possibilities, a dialog box is provided to choose from.
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This function will calculate the tangential transition between a contour and a circle sector.
The circle sector must be described by the parameters starting point and radius, and the
straight line must be described by the parameters end point and angle.
Center pointMEnter the center point of the circle in absolute, incremental or polar
Radius of the circleRInput field for the circle radius
Angle of straight line 1AThe angle is specified in the counterclockwise direction from 0 to
FeedrateFInput field for the interpolation feedrate
EEnter the end point of the straight line in absolute, incremental or
polar coordinates.
coordinates.
360 degrees and with reference to the point of intersection.
Use this softkey to switch the direction of rotation from G2 to G3. G3 will appear on the display.
Pressing this softkey again will switch back the display to G2. The display changes to G2.
You can choose between tangential or any transition.
The screen form generates a straight line and a circle block from the data you have entered.
If several points of intersection exist, the desired point of intersection must be selected from
a dialog box.
This function will insert a straight line tangentially between two circle sectors. The sectors
are determined by their center points and their radii. Depending on the direction of rotation
selected, different tangential points of intersection result.
Use the displayed screen form to enter the center point and radius parameters for sector 1
and the end point, center point and radius parameters for sector 2. Furthermore, the direction of rotation of the circles must be selected. A help screen is provided to display the current settings.
Pressing OK calculates three blocks from the entered values and inserts them into the part
program.
Center point of the circle 1M11st and the 2nd geometry axis of the plane (absolute
Radius of circle 1R1Input field for radius 1
Center point of the circle 2M21st and the 2nd geometry axis of the plane (absolute
Radius of circle 2R2Input field for radius 2
FeedrateFInput field for the interpolation feedrate
E1st and the 2nd geometry axis of the plane
If no coordinates are entered, this function provides the
point of intersection between the circle sector you have
inserted and sector 2.
coordinates)
coordinates)
The screen form generates one straight line and two circle blocks from the data you have
entered.
Use this softkey to define the direction of rotation of the two circle sectors. You can choose
between
Sector 1Sector 2
G2G3,
G3G2,
G2G2
G3G3
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The end point and the center point coordinates can be entered either in absolute dimensions, incremental dimensions or polar coordinates. The current settings are displayed in the dialog screen form.
After you have filled out the screen form, click OK to exit the screen form. The points of intersection are calculated and the two blocks are generated.
Fig. 6-19Result of step 1
Since the end point has been left open, the point of intersection of the straight line
with the circle sectoris assumed as the starting point for the next contour definition.
The screen form is reopened for calculating the contour section
--. The end point of
the contour section has the coordinates Z= --413.0 and X=212.
The function calculates the tangential transition between two circle sectors. Circle sector 1
must be described by the parameters starting point, center point and radius, and the circle
sector 2 be described by the parameters end point and radius.
Part Programming
6.3Contour definition programming
Fig. 6-22Tangential transition
Table 6-5Input in the dialog screen form
End point of circle 2
Center point of the
circle 1
Radius of circle 1R1Input field for the radius
Center point of the
circle 2
Radius of circle 2R2Input field for the radius
FeedrateFInput field for the interpolation feedrate
The specification of the points is performed depending on the type of calculation (absolute,
incremental or polar coordinates) selected beforehand. Input fields no longer needed are
hidden. If only one center point coordinate is entered, the radius must be entered.
G2/G3
POI
Use this softkey to switch the direction of rotation from G2 to G3. G3 will appear on the display.
Pressing this softkey again will switch back the display to G2. The display changes to G2.
You can choose between tangential or any transition.
The screen form generates two circle blocks from the data you have entered.
Selecting the point of intersection
If several points of intersection exist, the desired point of intersection must be selected from
a dialog box.
POI 1
Fig. 6-23Selecting the point of intersection
The contour will be drawn using the point of intersection 1.
The contour will be drawn using the point of intersection 2.
Fig. 6-25
Pressing OK accepts the point of intersection of the displayed contour into the part program.
This function will insert a circle sector between two adjacent circle sectors. The circle sectors are described by their center points and circle radii, and the inserted sector is described
only be its radius.
The operator is offered a screen form where he will enter the center point, radius parameters
for circle sector 1 and the end point, center point and radius parameters for circle sector 2.
Furthermore, the radius for the inserted circle sector 3 must be entered and the direction of
rotation be defined.
A help screen is provided to display the selected settings.
Pressing OK calculates three blocks from the entered values and inserts them into the part
program.
Fig. 6-26Screen form for calculating the contour section circle-circle-circle
Center point of the circle 1M11st and 2nd geometry axis of the plane
Radius of circle 1R1Input field for radius 1
Center point of the circle 2M21st and 2nd geometry axis of the plane
Radius of circle 2R2Input field for radius 2
Radius of circle 3R3Input field for radius 3
FeedrateFInput field for the interpolation feedrate
E1st and 2nd geometry axis of the plane
If no coordinates are entered, this function provides the
point of intersection between the circle sector you have
inserted and sector 2.
If it is not possible to determine the starting point from the previous blocks, use the ”Starting
point” screen form to enter the appropriate coordinates.
Use this softkey to define the direction of rotation of the two circles. You can choose
between
Sector 1Inserted sectorSector 2
G2G3G2,
G2G2G2,
G2G2G3,
G2G3G3,
G3G2G2,
G3G3G2,
G3G2G3,
G3G3G3
Center and end points can be acquired either in absolute dimensions, incremental dimensions or using
polar coordinates. The current settings are displayed in the dialog screen form.