SINUMERIK 840D sl. Training. Operate - Turning (2016-2020)

CNC technology cycles

13.4 In-process measuring for workpiece and tool

13.4

In-process measuring for workpiece and tool

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

Option: P28

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: P28

For measuring tasks in the automatic mode, powerful measuring cycles are available both

under ShopMill as well as under programGUIDE. Input screens with dynamic help displays

are used for convenient entry of the measuring parameters.

You can perform the following measuring tasks:

Ⴠ Workpiece measurement: Correction of work offsets, correction of tool geometry or only

measuring

Ⴠ Tool measurement: Correction of tool geometries

Ⴠ Display of measurement results

Ⴠ Logging of measurement results

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13.4 In-process measuring for workpiece and tool

The following workpiece measuring versions are available:

Figure 13-1 In-process measurement

Ⴠ Calibrating - length, radius in ring, radius at edge, calibration on a sphere, calibration in a

slot

Ⴠ Measuring edge - point/ surface, align edge, distance groove/web,

Ⴠ Measuring corner - right-angled corner with 3 points or any corner with 4 points,

internal/external

Ⴠ Measuring holes - over 4 or 3 points on a segment of a circle - rectangular pocket

Ⴠ Measuring spigots - over 4 or 3 points on a segment of a circle - rectangular pocket

Ⴠ 3D measuring - align plane - sphere

Benefits

Ⴠ Reliable quality of the manufactured parts by automatic measurement in the machine

Ⴠ Fast programming for complex measuring tasks thanks to input screens with graphic

support

Ⴠ Measuring cycles are now also available for ShopMill sequence programs

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13.5 Measure multiple axis kinematics

13.5

Measure multiple axis kinematics

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

Option: P18

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: P18

The kinematic measuring cycle CYCLE996 of SINUMERIK 840D sl allows axis kinematics of

machine tools - equipped with several rotary axes - to be measured.

x Application during start-up and

commissioning and for the control of the

machine: The cycle makes control easier

and improves the quality of the process as

compensations of the rotary axis vectors -

due, for example, to temperature variations,

mechanical damage or other influential

factors - can be checked automatically.

x Input of compensation values after the

measuring process for the digital alignment

of the rotary axis or acquisition of the

measured values for documentation

purposes. Tolerance values are freely

selectable.

Benefits

Ⴠ Simplest measuring cycle to measure machines with rotary axes in the shortest time

Ⴠ Simple measurement or direct correction with freely selectable tolerance values

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14.1

Cylinder surface transformation (TRACYL)

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

Option: M27

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: M27

Peripheral surface machining can be executed on machines with an additional part

apparatus. It is typically handled with an A axis.

Peripheral surface machining offers a series of additional functions in comparison to simple

positioning along the A axis.

Programming in the run-off

The axis behaves like a Y axis while programming in the run-off. All plane machining can

also be executed in the run-off.

Ⴠ Drilling operations at any position patterns

Ⴠ Milling (pockets, contour pockets)

The Y values are converted while machining along the A axis rotation. The Y axis of the

machine does not move.

Milling grooves with parallel walls

Peripheral surface machining offers the

possibility of milling grooves on parallel

walls with and without groove side

offset. This is also possible when the

diameter of the milling cutter is smaller

than the groove width. In this case, the

cutter radius compensation may be

used. The required Y axis compensat-

ing movements are automatically cal-

culated by the controller.

Benefits

Ⴠ Additional business through expansion of workpiece spectrum

Ⴠ Reduction of set-up times by complete machining on one machine

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14.2 Swivel plane (CYCLE800)

14.2

Swivel plane (CYCLE800)

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

Basic configuration

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BASIC

Basic configuration

Multi-face machining saves setup times and increases the precision of finished adjoining

sides because the part must not be reclamped. The swivel cycle is used for easy input of

parameters for automatic machining and measuring on the various planes.

Ⴠ A prerequisite is that the machine is equipped with additional rotary axes (swivel head

and/or swivel table).

Ⴠ The swivel cycle is available in the ShopMill machining step - as well as in

programGUIDE DIN/ISO programming.

Ⴠ The planes can be swiveled not only by direct swiveling with rotation of coordinates and

swiveling about the axes, but also by specifying a projection or spatial angle for swiveling.

Ⴠ Flexible combination of shift - swivel - shift.

Ⴠ Turning or moving are not machine-specific, as they are based on the workpiece

coordinate system X, Y and Z.

Ⴠ Fixed relief positions available

Benefit

Ⴠ Programming with standard cycles and easy transformation on the inclined plane through

the swivel cycle

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14.3 5-axis machining package (TRAORI)

14.3

5-axis machining package (TRAORI)

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

not available

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: S33 (Package)

In contrast to static transformations (swiveling)

in which the tool is perpendicular to the ma-

chining plane, the 5-axis machining package

TRAORI allows the dynamic coupled motion

of a tool along the workpiece surface. It is

used for 5-axis mold making applications and

in the aviation industry, for example.

x Any tool orientation

x Remote Tool Center Point function (RTCP)

x Part programs not dependant on

kinematics (vector programming)

Benefits

Ⴠ Programming the tooltip in workpiece coordinates

Ⴠ Programmed speed with reference to the tooltip

Ⴠ Programming the tool orientation independent of the machine kinematics

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14.4 Milling-turning

14.4

Milling-turning

14.4.1

Introduction

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

not available

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Basic configuration

The milling technology in ShopMill and programGUIDE provides comprehensive technology

cycles for turning and contour turning.

Among others, the following functions are available for milling-turning:

Ⴠ TSM mode

Ⴠ Tool measurement

Ⴠ Face milling / stock removal

Ⴠ Turning cycles for stock removal, grooving, undercutting, threading and tapping

Ⴠ Contour turning cycles for stock removal / residual stock removal, plunge cutting /

residual plunge cutting, plunge turning / residual plunge turning

Ⴠ Swivel tool

You can check the programming result, even for milling-turning, with the Simulation function.

Benefits

Ⴠ Consistent look-and-feel for turning and milling permits a high degree of consistency in

the operation and programming for milling-turning

Ⴠ Consistent technology cycles for milling, turning and measuring tasks

Ⴠ Powerful tool management for milling-turning, including multitools

Ⴠ Simulation permits a high degree of process reliability

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14.4 Milling-turning

14.4.2

Tool management

For multitasking machines - for milling-turning or turning-milling - you are provided with an

extended tool management for turning and milling tools.

The turning tools are displayed automatically in the milling-turning technology. In the

"Extended data" dialog, you can enter the tool-specific basic rotation for the turning tools.

In addition to turning and milling tools, you can also deploy complex tools, such as multitools.

There are additional parameters for multitools, e.g. distance definition using the location

number or angle - and different tool types for each location. All tools are shown as icons

Benefits

Ⴠ One tool management for turning and milling tools - including support for multitools

Ⴠ All tools are displayed as symbols

Ⴠ Tool name in plain text

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SINUMERIK Integrate Run MyRobot

15.1

SINUMERIK Integrate Run MyRobot / EasyConnect

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

Basic configuration

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Basic configuration

The prepared Run MyRobot / EasyConnect configuring interface permits the connection of

handling robots to machine tools.

Ⴠ Prepared NC/PLC interface in accordance with VDMA/VDW 34180

Ⴠ Prepared CNC diagnostic screen

Note:

The robot is normally connected to the CNC by the machine manufacturer or a system

integrator.

Benefit

Ⴠ The prepared Run MyRobot / EasyConnect configuration interface provides a universal

and manufacturer-independent interface for the low-effort automation of machine tools.

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15.2 SINUMERIK Integrate Run MyRobot / Handling

15.2

SINUMERIK Integrate Run MyRobot / Handling

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

not available

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: P74

The Run MyRobot / Handling option enables a robot to be operated, programmed and

diagnosed for handling tasks with SINUMERIK Operate.

Ⴠ Operation, teaching and programming of the robot in the familiar CNC programming

environment.

Ⴠ Minimum training effort, because fully integrated in SINUMERIK Operate.

Ⴠ Efficient loading and unloading of a machine by direct programming in a control system.

Note

The robot is connected to the CNC by the machine tool manufacturer or a recommended*

system integrator.

* For details, please contact your local Siemens office.

Benefit

Ⴠ Run MyRobot / Handling offers the integration of handling robots in machine tools with

the best-possible user-friendliness thanks to the familiar CNC look-and-feel.

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Tools and information

16.1

DXF reader

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

Option: P56

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: P56

The integrated DXF Reader allows you to accept and extract contours and positions from

DXF files.

Ⴠ DXF Reader in the Program Manager

With the Program Manager, you can open DXF files in the DXF Reader. You can either

clean DXF data automatically or select the desired layer yourself.

Ⴠ Import DXF data in the contour calculator

You can either clean the imported DXF data automatically or select the desired layer

yourself.

Cleaned DXF data can be buffered as new DXF file.

Ⴠ Import DXF data in position patterns

You can import the positions from a DXF file for position patterns for the associated

technologies.

Benefits

Ⴠ Time saving for generating the production data

Ⴠ Avoidance of mistakes and inaccuracies

Ⴠ Higher workpiece quality

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16.2 SinuTrain for SINUMERIK Operate

16.2

SinuTrain for SINUMERIK Operate

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

Option: C43

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: C43

SinuTrain for SINUMERIK Operate is a PC-based CNC programming software package

based on the original CNC kernel. SinuTrain for SINUMERIK Operate enables identical

operation and CNC programming as for SINUMERIK CNCs that are equipped with the

SINUMERIK Operate graphical user interface.

SinuTrain for SINUMERIK Operate taps into the following applications:

In work preparation:

Ⴠ Increased machine availability thanks to work preparation on the CNC programming

station and safety by offline verification of the programs

Ⴠ

1:1 operation and programming as on the machine means no new operating or

programming knowledge is required

In training:

Ⴠ Simple learning and professional training thanks to preconfigured machines and no

additional hardware costs

Ⴠ Learning as on the CNC, with additional tutorials and programming guides

For presentation:

Ⴠ Present always and everywhere

Ⴠ Live demonstration of (new) SINUMERIK functions instead of slides

Note

The basic version of SinuTrain for SINUMERIK Operate is available as download in the

Internet. More information is available in the Internet at:

www.siemens.com/sinutrain www.siemens.com/sinutrain )

Benefits

Ⴠ Controller-identical PC software for training and work preparation with configuration of the

real machine on the PC

Ⴠ Preparation of the part program anywhere without needing a machine

Ⴠ Prediction of the production time

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Safety functions

17.1

SINUMERIK Safety Integrated

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

Option: refer to the cata-

log

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: refer to the cata-

log

SINUMERIK Safety Integrated provides integrated safety functions that support the

implementation of highly effective personnel and machine protection. The safety functions

comply with the requirements of Category 3 as well as Performance Level d according to

DIN EN ISO 13849-1 and Safety Integrated Level SIL2 of IEC 61508.

As a consequence, the essential requirements concerning the functional safety can be

implemented simply and cost-effectively.

The functional safety for machine tools covers:

Ⴠ Functions for the safe monitoring of speed and standstill

Ⴠ Functions for establishing safe boundaries in work spaces and protected spaces, and for

range recognition

Ⴠ Functions for the safe activation and testing of holding brakes

Ⴠ Direct connection of all safety-related sensors/actuators and their internal logic

combination

Benefits

Ⴠ High level of flexibility: Supports the implementation of practical safety and operating

concepts

Ⴠ High level of security: Complete implementation of the safety functions in

Category 3/SIL 2

Ⴠ Increased availability: Absence of interference-susceptible electromechanical switching

elements

Ⴠ High degree of cost effectiveness: Reduction of the hardware and installation costs;

simple commissioning and acceptance

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17.2 Collision avoidance

17.2

Collision avoidance

SINUMERIK 828D

BASIC

ADVANCED

not available

SINUMERIK 840D sl

BASIC

Option: S02

The SINUMERIK Collision Avoidance option provides optimum protection against

unintentional collisions of moving machine components with stationary machine

components.

You can active the collision monitoring in the Machine operating area for the JOG, MDA and

Automatic operating modes.

The Automatic operating mode provides for logging a 3D visualization of the collision

monitoring.

Note

The use of collision monitoring requires the availability of the relevant machine data and the

associated visualization.

Benefit

Ⴠ Collision monitoring also possible for complex machining operations, such as 5-axis

simultaneous milling or turning with B axis

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Summary of unique selling points

18.1

SINUMERIK 828D

The SINUMERIK 828D operator panel control has the following notable features:

Compact

Ⴠ Rugged and maintenance-free design

Ⴠ All relevant functions at a glance on the 10.4"/15.6" color screen

Ⴠ Full-function QWERTY CNC keyboard for user-friendly programming at the machine

Ⴠ Full freedom of data transfer via USB, CF card and Ethernet, directly at the operator

panel

Powerful

Ⴠ

80-bit NANO floating-point accuracy for maximum precision of the workpiece results

Ⴠ Advanced Surface, a unique calculation procedure to improve the workpiece surface and

at the same time significantly reduce machining time

Ⴠ Powerful transformations for end faces and envelope faces of turned workpieces and

oblique machining of milling workpieces

Ⴠ Simple handling of tool and magazine data through clear and powerful tool management

Simple

Ⴠ Animated Elements: unique facility to display machining parameters with animated

sequences

Ⴠ ShopMill sequence programming: shortest programming times and clear CNC programs

with technological sequences

Ⴠ Common user interface for milling and turning

Ⴠ Easy Message: simple process monitoring by SMS

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Summary of unique selling points

18.2 SINUMERIK 840D sl

18.2

SINUMERIK 840D sl

The SINUMERIK 840D sl control has the following outstanding features for milling

technology:

Open

Ⴠ Standard and integrated operator interface for milling, turning and additional technologies

Ⴠ Simple handling of tool and magazine data through clear and powerful tool management

Ⴠ Wide range of programming options using ShopMill machining step programming,

programGUIDE and DIN/ISO programming

Flexible

Ⴠ Optimum milling performance by being able to flexibly select the hardware that matches

the machine

Ⴠ High performance cycles for automatic workpiece and tool measurement

Ⴠ Optimum functional scope of SINUMERIK MDynamics, milling package for 3-axis and 5-

axis machining

Powerful

Ⴠ

80-bit NANO floating-point accuracy for maximum precision of the workpiece results

Ⴠ Top Surface offers enhanced surface quality, optimized dynamic response as well as

improved user friendliness, in particular for poor data quality from the CNC programs

provided by CAD/CAM systems

Ⴠ Simplest monitoring of 5-axis machines with a kinematic measuring cycle

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General geometry basics

Sinumerik

Operate

Module Description:

This module explains the assignment of the axis and plane descriptions to the coordinate system of

the machine and also teaches the definition of points in relation to the work space.

Module Objective:

Working through this module you learn to understand the programming planes and also

how to specify points in a DIN conforming coordinate system.

Content:

Right hand rule

Explanation of the axis assignments

Points and distances in the work space

Programming planes

This document was produced for training purposes.

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General geometry basics

Right hand rule

According to DIN standard the various axes of motion

within work space of CNC machines are addressed by

alphabets. The rules for the assignment of the axes are

determined in this DIN-standard.

The machine coordinate system that is derived from the

DIN-standard is the base for the geometrical description

of work pieces which allows us to clearly determine the

points in a plane or in space.

Vertical turning machine

The cartesian (rectangular) spatial coordinate system can

be best described with the “Right hand rule”. Here the

fingers of the right hand represent the axes: “X” (thumb),

“Y” (first finger) and “Z” (middle finger). The finger tips

point in the positive direction.

The position of the machine coordinate system is speci-

fied by the machine manufacturer keeping the following in

Horizontal milling machine

Definition of axis according to DIN-standard:

The DIN standard provides the following variants for such

cases.

 Z-Axis: Is aligned parallel to the working spindle or

coincides with it. The positive direction points away

from the work piece. In case of more than one spindle,

one of them will be declared as the main spindle.

 X-Axis: Is aligned parallel to the set-up plane or

coincides with it. If the Z-axis is vertical, the positive X-

axis is directed towards the right. If the Z-axis is hori-

zontal, the positive X-axis is directed towards the left.

 Y-Axis: Is perpendicular to the X- and Z-axis, in such

a way that a spatial cartesian coordinate system re-

sults.

The direction “FROM” the work piece “TO” the tool is

Here the rotational axes A/B/C are associated with the X/

“PLUS”

Y/Z axes.

Looking in the positive direction of the linear axis, a clock-

Defining of axis within a workspace

wise rotation equals a positive rotation of the associated

rotary axis.

Explanation as per DIN 66217 or ISO 841:

However defining only three axes is not enough on mod-

ern machine tools. For instance if the milling head of a

milling machine is to be swivelled by a certain angle or the

quill of a tailstock is to be moved, a further definition of

these axes is required.

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The axes U/V/W are parallel to the axes X/Y/Z.

The positive direction is that of the associated main axis.

Points and distances within the work space

For the determination of all points within the work space, the control unit requires a zero point of the coordinate system. This

has been determined by the machine manufacturer. All other points have either fixed distances from the machine zero point

or else the distance must be defined.

The machine zero point (M) is determined by the machine manufacturer and cannot be altered. On

milling machines point is usually set on the work table, and on turning machines on the spindle flange.

The work piece zero point (W) is the origin of the work piece coordinate system. This can be speci-

fied by the programmer and should always be chosen in a way that the least calculation work is re-

quired to determine points on the contour given the dimensioning of the drawing. For turning work it

lies mostly on the turning axis and the right hand planar face.

The reference point (R) is approached for initializing the path measuring system, which means that at

this point all axes are set to zero. This is necessary since generally speaking the machine zero point

cannot be approached.

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Programming planes

Continuous path control units can control slides and tool

carriers simultaneously along 2 or more axes at a pro-

grammed feed rate. For this the speed of the individual

drives must be matched to one another. This job is taken

G18

G19

over by the interpolator of the CNC-control unit. This is a

-Y

G17

software program for the evaluation of intermediate posi-

tions and speed conditions of the individual axes such

that the slides can follow the programmed path. Starting

with a 2 ½-D Continuous path control unit the interpola-

tion can be switched between the three different planes.

A selection of the plane is made with the associated

programming

instruction:

 XY-Plane - programming command G17

 XZ-Plane - programming command G18

 YZ-Plane - programming command G19

Note:

The standard plane being used for working with CNC-

Turning machines is G18. With CNC-Milling machines

the programming plane G17 is being used.

The working plane should either be programmed at the

beginning of the NC-program, or before programming

an operation in the relevant working plane.

The active programming plane is modal and remains

active until changed by another programming instruction.

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Layout of a CNC-program

Departure information

Switching information

A CNC-program, also known as part program, consists of

Block

Nr..

Auxiliary

Coordinate

Interpolation

Misc.

a logical sequence of commands, which are executed step

Feed

Speed

Tool

command

axes

parameter

function

-by-step by the control unit after the program has been

started.

The manufacturers of control units recognize and apply the

guidelines as per DIN 66025.

Each program is compiled and stored under a program

name in the control unit. The name can contain letters as

well as numbers.

Geometrical data

Technological data

A block starts with a block number followed by the com-

mands.

Each command consists of command words, which in turn

consist of an address letter (A-Z) and an associated nu-

merical value (both upper or lower case characters are

permissible).

Programming of the technology data

Before every technological working step in a CNC-Program,

the respective tool must be selected by means of the ad-

The block number is a program-technical assignment,

dresses “T” and “D”.

which is not evaluated by the control unit as a command. It

is usually programmed to go up in steps of 10 and serves

The address “T” is followed by the name of the tool, which

the user only for a better oversight. It has no effect on the

may be stated either with numbers or letters (here only the

program execution.

variant using numbers will be dealt with).

The geometrical data include all instructions that clearly

All applicable tool data (e.g. tool type, length, radius, etc.) are

define mathematically the motion of the tool or the axes.

activated in the program with the address “D”.

Here a complete set of data “D“ is referred to as “Cutting

The technological data are used for instance to activate

edge”.

the required tool and to pre-select the necessary cutting

parameters feed rate and spindle speed. Miscellaneous

Several cutting edge numbers (D1 … D9) may be generated

functions can control for example such things as direction

for each tool.

of rotation and auxiliary appliances.

Programming example:

Explanation:

Programming example:

….

N10 T=“DRILL_12 mm“

Block 10, call-up of tool

N80 T1; Roughing tool

N20 M6

Block 20, Tool change,

N90 M6

N30 … D1

The cutting edge D... must

N100 G54 F0.2 S180 M4

be activated in the block

N110 G00 X20 Y0 Z2 D1

with the first axis movement.

N120

….

After the call-up of the tool, follows the selection of the opti-

In order to improve the overview within a program, com-

mum cutting values with the addresses “F” and “S”.

ments can be optionally added at the end of a block.

These must be preceded by a semi-colon; Any characters

The feed rate vf with the address “F” can be entered either as

that follow thereafter will not be taken account of by the

feed per min (in mm/min) or as feed per revolution (in mm/

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The Cutting speed v_c with the address “S” can be entered

Switching commands

either as spindle speed in revolutions per minute (rev/min) or

direct as cutting speed in meters per minute (m/min).

There are different commands to control the direction of

rotation of the work spindle.

Default status of the machine when they are powered up are

Additional auxiliary functions can for example control cool-

as follows:

ing circuits, clamping devices, auxiliary functions and run-

ning of the program.

 Milling machines with feed rate “F”in mm/min

But the presence of these additional functions depends

Code G94

entirely on the technology and the machine design.

The following list should be only considered as an example

 Deactivate constant cutting speed “S”

of commands:

Code G97

spindle speed in rev/min (default)

Instruction Meaning

M00

Programmed Stop

Programming example:

Explanation:

M03

Work spindle ON, clockwise

M04

Work spindle ON, anti-clockwise

N10 T=“HM_SF20mm“

M05

Work spindle Stop (however, the

N20 M6

program continues)

N30 G94 F200 S1000 M3 D1

v_f = 200 mm/min, n =

M06

Tool change

1000 min^-1

M08

Coolant ON

N40 ….

M09

Coolant OFF

M30

End of program; jump back to the start

of the program

Programming example:

Explanation:

N10 T1=“Face mill”

N20 M6

Tool change

N30 G94 G97 F600 S2500 D1

v_f = 600 mm/min, n =

2500 min^-1

N40 M3 M8

Spindle ON clockwise,

coolant ON

…..

Viewing direction

N90 M30

End of program

(Note: Further functions can be found in the annexure of this

manual)

Effect of the switching commands M3 and M4

Example Milling

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Summary

Address

Meaning

M06

Tool change

Address

Meaning

Tool number

M08

Coolant ON

Cutting edge (tool data)

M09

Coolant OFF

Feed/Feed rate

Speed/Cutting speed

M17

End of subprogram

Path information/departure commands

M30

End of program, jump back to the begin-

ning of program

Instruction

Meaning

All instructions mentioned above are modal, until they are

G94

Linear feed in mm/min ^*

programmed to deactivate with different set of instructions.

G97

Spindle speed in min^-1*

Switching information

Instruction

Meaning

M00

Programmed stop

M03

Work spindle ON, clockwise

M04

Work spindle ON, anti-clockwise

M05

Work spindle Stop

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Program structure

Basic principles of programming

Program structure of a part program

Certain principles should be followed during the crea-

tion of part programs:

The following flow chart represents a possible suggestion

for a suitable structure of the main program.

 The program must ensure that an unlimited number of

work pieces can be produced with the quality

(tolerances, surface quality, form and position deviation,

etc.) required on the drawing with a minimum of produc-

tion time and the least possible material wastage.

 It is always the motion of the tool along the drawn ideal

contour of the work piece.

 If tolerances are shown, the programming is always

referred to the middle of the tolerance.

Example: Æ20 + 0,1 - programmed value = 20,05.

Precise dimension corrections can be carried out on the

machine by means of the wear correction feature for

the tool.

 The program should exhibit a clear and concise struc-

ture and should contain comments wherever possible to

ensure that other users can understand the layout easi-

ly at later stages.

Program header

Tool call-up 1

Technology block

Approaching the safety

level with the tool

Machining sequence 1

Retraction of the tool

yes

Workpiece

Tool call-up 2

finished

Technology block

End of program

Approaching the safety

level with the tool

Machining sequence 2

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Program structure of a machining sequence

Programming using cycles

The programming of the machining sequence can be

achieved by means of description of the individual steps

using departure commands (e.g. G00, G01, G02, etc.) or by

Input of the individual pa-

means of machining cycles.

rameters using the input

The following representation refers to the flow chart in sec-

mask and graphical sup-

tion 2 of this manual and describes a possible machining

port

sequence.

 Programming with G-Codes

Activation of radius correc-

tion

The following criteria should be kept in mind when select-

ing between the two described possibilities:

Interpolation to the first

destination point

 Availability of the cycles on the respective machine.

Interpolation to the next

 Machining time required with cycles or with G-codes.

destination point

The relation of the number of work pieces to the re-



quired programming extent.

Interpolation to the last des-

tination point

Deactivation of the radius

correction

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Operating elements

Sinumerik

Operate

Module Description:

The general operation of a Sinumerik Operate will be described.

Depending on the machine manufacturer the following operating elements can be used:

 Operator panels (OP)

 CNC-full keyboard

 Machine control panel (MCP)

Module Objective:

With help of this module you learn to recognise general operating elements of the Sinu-

merik Operate, and how to differentiate them from one another.

Content:

Operator panel layouts of the Sinumerik Operate

CNC-full keyboard

Machine control panel

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The operator panel (OP) consists of the following oper-

ating elements:



Membrane keyboard with 8 + 4 horizontal and 8

vertical softkeys



Colour display (10.4” Display on 828D, 15” Dis-

play on 840D sl)



Front-USB-plug on operator panel front (840D sl),



USB, CF-card, Ethernet on operator panel front

(828D)



Fully integrated QWERTY CNC-keyboard (828D)

Operator panel layout of the Sinumerik 840D sl:

Horizontal softkey strip (HSK) with 4 screen keys (2 each located on the left and right side)

Vertical softkey strip (VSK)

15“ TFT-colour display

Front-USB-plug (Sinumerik 840D sl) , e.g. for connection of external memory media, mouse or keyboard

Status-LED: Power

Status-LED: Temp

Operator panel layout of the Sinumerik 828D

Horizontal softkey strip with 4 screen keys (2 each located on the left and right side) (HSK)

Vertical softkey strip (VSK)

10,4“ TFT-colour display

USB, CF-card and Ethernet on panel front behind removable cover

Ready-LED (Status red/green), NC-LED (Status LED of the NC) and CF-LED (write/read access on CF-card)

behind lockable and removable cover

Integrated QWERTY CNC-keyboard

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Horizontal and vertical Softkey bar (HSK/VSK)

Softkeys are buttons, which are dynamically linked with programmed functions. These functions are presented on the moni-

tor above the softkey bar (HSK) or to the left of the softkey bar (VSK) as a strip of icons.

 The 8 horizontal softkeys are used to access the individual operation sectors including further menu layers. There is an

associated vertical menu strip/Softkey strip for each of the horizontal menu points.

 The 8 vertical Softkeys are functions associated with the presently selected horizontal Softkey.

The function will be called up when the vertical softkey is pressed.

The content of the vertical softkey bar can therefore change once again if a sub-function to the selected function is cho-

sen.

The horizontal softkey bar consists furthermore of:



4 screen keys (see pictures below)

“MACHINE”-key:

Calls-up the operating area “MACHINE” (in operating mode “JOG”, “MDA” or “AUTO”).

“Recall”-key:

Jumps to the next highest menu level.

“Extend”-key:

Extends the horizontal softkey bar.

“MENU SELECT”-key:

Calls the main menu for operating area selection.

Screen area

The screen is laid out as follows:

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Operation sector

Display of:

 T = Active tool

Program path and name

 F = Present feedrate

Status, program influence and program name

 S = Actual spindle revolution

Alarm and message line

 Spindle load factor in percent

Channel operation messages

Vertical softkey bar (VSK)

Position readout for the axes

Working window

Display of the active zero point and rotation

Horizontal softkey bar (HSK)

Date and Time

CNC-full keyboard

According to the model of operating panel that is used, a CNC-keyboard can be integrated for operation and programming.

The keys that are described here can also be located directly on the operator panel.

The layout of the operating panel is described in the documentation of the machine manufacturer.

Below follows a description of the basic keys of the CNC-Full keyboard.

CNC-Full keyboard “KB 483”:

Alpha-Block

Hotkey-Block Cursor-Block Number-Block.

Alpha-Block:

The alpha-block features the letters A, ..., Z, the space key and the special character for the input

of text.

Hotkey-Block:

The hotkey-block serves the direct selection of operation areas.

Cursor-Block:

The cursor-block is used for navigation around the screen display.

Number-Block:

The number-block features the numbers 0 ... 9, the decimal point and special characters for the

input of numerical characters and operators.

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Keys in the Alpha-Block

BACKSPACE

Clears a value in the input field.

If in edit mode, the character in front of the cursor will be cleared.

TAB

Indent the cursor by several characters.

SHIFT

If the Shift-key is held depressed, the upper character on keys with double usage will be entered.

CTRL

With the following key combinations navigation in the work plan and the G-Code-Editor is carried

out:

 Ctrl + NEXT WINDOW: Jump to the beginning.

 Ctrl + END: Jump to the end.

ALT

ALT-Key

INPUT

 Accepts an edited value

 Opens / closes a directory

 Opens a file

Keys in the Hotkey-Block

MACHINE

Opens up the operating area "Machine" (JOG, MDA, Auto). Corresponds to the yellow HSK 1

“Machine”

PROGRAM

Opens up the operating area "Program".

The key corresponds to the yellow HSK 3 “Program”.

OFFSET

Opens up the operating area "Parameter” (Tool list, Tool wear, Magazine, Work offset, User

variable, Setting data). The key corresponds to the yellow HSK 3 "Parameter".

PROGRAM MANAGER

Opens up the operating area "Program manager“.

The key corresponds to the yellow HSK 4 "Program Manager".

ALARM

Opens up the actual Alarmlist-window.

The key corresponds to the VSK 1"Alarm list" in the operating area “Diagnostics”.

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CUSTOM

This key can be customized by the machine manufacturer.

See the machine manufacturer’s documentation .

Keys in the Cursor-Block

ALARM CANCEL

Clears an active alarm shown in the alarm and message line that is identified with this symbol.

CHANNEL

Selects a channel from 1 - n.

HELP

Opens the context-sensitive help window in a split-screen view. In case of the G-Code editor

the help documentation with intelligent support for programming instructions is called up.

NEXT WINDOW

Activates the next subwindow in the actual working window. By pressing “CTRL + NEXT WIN-

DOW“ in the G-Code editor window you can jump to the first line of the program code.

PAGE UP or PAGE DOWN

Paging up or down in a directory or the work plan.

END

Locates the cursor in the last input field of a parameter mask. In the G-code editor the cursor will

be set to the end of the active line and by pressing STRG + END the cursor jumps to the end of

the last line of the program.

Cursor-Keys

Navigates through the various fields or lines on the screen.

While in a program listing, the “cursor-to-the-right”-key opens a directory or a program. To

change to the next level above the present level press the “cursor-to-the-left”-key.

SELECT

With this key you can select amongst several given alternatives.

Keys in the Number-Block

BACKSPACE

Clears a value in the active input field.

While in the edit mode, just the character in front of the cursor will be cleared.

DEL

Deletes the value in the parameter field.

While in the edit mode, just the character behind the cursor will be deleted.

INSERT

Activation of the insertion mode or the pocket calculator. Opens a parameter menu in an input

field if available.

INPUT

 Accepts an edited value

 Opens/closes a directory

 Opens a file

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Machine control panel

Depending on the type of operating panel the machine manufacturer may be using either a SIEMENS or his own machine

control panel for the operation of the machine.

This section describes the standard-keys of the Siemens machine control panel.

Depending on the machine further keys may be used; such information should be taken from the documentation by the

machine manufacturer.

Below follows a description of the keys of the machine control panel and their function:

EMERGENCY-STOP-key

Press this key in the case of an emergency, i.e. if human life is endangered or if the machine or

work piece could be damaged.

All drives will be braked to a standstill with the greatest possible braking torque.

Note:

For further reactions that may be caused by pressing the EMERGENCY-OFF key please refer

to the documentation by the machine manufacturer.

RESET

 Stops the machining from executing the presently running program. The NC-control unit

remains synchronized with the machine. It is now in the basic condition ready to commence

a new program run.

 Clears an active alarm.

JOG

Selection of the operating mode “JOG”.

TEACH IN

Creation of programs in interactive mode with the machine.

MDA

Selection of the operating mode “MDA” (Machine Data Automatic).

AUTO

Selection of the operating mode “Machine Auto”.

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SINGLE BLOCK

Runs a program block-by-block (single block).

REPOS

Repositions and re-approaches a contour.

REF. Point

Approaches a reference point.

VAR (Variable JOG step)

Traverse through an incremental dimension with variable step lengths.

Inc (Incremental JOG step)

Traverse through an incremental dimension with a given step size of 1, ..., 10000 increments.

The actual length of an incremental step depends on a machine datum.

Note:

Read the machine manufacturer’s documentation.

CYCLE START

Starts a program run.

CYCLE STOP

Stops a program run.

Axis keys

Axis (X, Y, Z, 4, 5, 6) selection.

Direction keys

For traversing an axis either in the positive or negative direction.

RAPID

For traversing an axis at rapid traverse rate (fastest speed).

WCS MCS

Toggling between the work piece coordinate system (WCS) and the machine coordinate system

(MCS).

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Feed / Rapid traverse override

For increasing or reducing the programmed feedrate. The programmed feedrate is represented

by 100% and can be varied within the range of 0% to 120%, in rapid traverse only up to 100%.

The new adjusted value appears as an absolute and percentage value in the feed status dis-

play on the screen.

FEED STOP

Stops the machining of the currently running program, in order to stop the axes.

FEED START

Continuation of the program as from the present block and to increase the feedrate to the pro-

grammed value.

Spindle override

For increasing or reducing the programmed speed. The programmed speed corresponds to

100% and can be varied within the range of 0% to 120%. The new value thus selected ap-

pears as an absolute value and as a percentage in the speed status display on the screen.

SPINDLE STOP

To stop the spindle.

SPINDLE START

To start the spindle.

Key switch

Lowest access

Position 0

stage

No key

Access stage 7

Position 1

Key 1 black

Increasing access rights

Access stage 6

Position 2

Key 1 green

Access stage 5

Highest

Position 3

access right

Key 1 red

(Key switch)

Access stage 4

Further access rights (Access stage 3 - 0) are possible by means of passwords.

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Basics of operation

Sinumerik

Operate

Module Description:

This module describes the relevant parts of the main screen with help of the basic screen layout.

In addition to the topic above, this module covers the selection of parameters with respect to units

(mm/inch) used and the usage of the calculator within the input masks.

Module Objective:

In this module you learn about the screen layout of the display panel of the Sinumerik

Operate, as well as the the basic operation of the control using softkeys and buttons.

Content:

Basics of operation

Considerations for the input masks

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Main screen of the HMI in the operating mode “JOG”

Active operating area and mode

Position readout for the axes

Program path and name

Display of the active zero

point, rotation, mirroring and scaling

Status, program influence and channel name

Working window

Alarm and message line

Horizontal softkey bar

Channel operation messages

Vertical softkey bar

Date and time

Display of:

 T = Active tool

 F = Present feedrate

 S = Spindle

 Spindle load factor in percent

Active operating area and operating mode

(The display mode depends on the selected operating mode on the machine control panel (MCP)).

Display area

Description

The operating mode “Machine Manual” (setup mode) can be selected by pressing the

“JOG” button on the machine control panel.

Functions adjusted under “T,S,M“ like tool selection, work offset and spindle control

affect all movements in the manual operating mode.

Another function using the “JOG“ Mode is the approaching of the reference point

(REF.POINT).

Program path and name

NC programs can be created, modified and selected in the three main directories on the NC of the type DIR.

Status, program influence and channel name

Display area

Description

Reset

Interrupted

Activated

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Alarm and message line

In case of a syntax error in the program code or a hardware malfunction (e.g. emergency stop) an alarm number with ex-

plaining text shows up.

MCP

Display area

Description

After correcting the error (correction of the hardware malfunction) you can reset the error

message with the “RESET“ button.

CNC-keyboard

By pressing the “ALARM“ key on the keyboard the “Alarm list” window shows up, with a

list of all active alarm messages.

After correcting the error (correction of the syntax error) you can reset the error message

with the “ALARM CANCEL“-key on the keyboard.

Chanel operation messages

Display of operation messages with symbols.

Display area

Description

Attention: In case of conditions with this symbol a manual operation is required.

 Operation in case of the message “Stop“:

After the fault remedy the machining program will be continued after pressing “NC-Start“.

 Operation in case of the message “Wait“:

After a successful acknowledgement of the fault the machining program will be continued

automatically.

 Stop: EMERGENCY STOP activated

 Stop: M0/M1 activated

In case of conditions with this symbol, a manual operation is usually not

necessary.

 Wait: Remaining dwell time in seconds or in spindle revolutions

 Wait: Exact stop not reached

 Wait: for positioning axis

Date/Time

Current date and time are shown in the upper right corner of the screen.

Display of T,F,S and spindle-value

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Display area

Description

T: (Tool) Name of the active tool. The optional display of “TC“ is only

available if a swivel head table is present.

F: (Feed) Display of the active feed rate for the current machining

(top: actual feed rate, large digits during machining), as well as the

display of the programmed feed rate (bottom) and the feed over-

ride in %.

S: (Spindle) Display of the active spindle speed for the current ma-

chining (top: actual speed, large digits during machining), as well

as the display of the programmed spindle speed (bottom) and the

speed override in %.

Position display for the axes

MCP/Display area

Description

With the key “WCS MCS” on the MCP or the VSK 7 “Act. values. Machine” it is

possible to switch between the machine coordinate system (MCS) and the workpiece

coordinate system (WCS).

Display of the active zero point offsets, rotation, mirroring and

scaling

The machine coordinate system (MCS) does not consider zero point offsets in comparison to the workpiece coordinate

system (WCS).

Display area

Description

Name of the currently active work offset, rotation, mirroring, rotation and scaling for

the present machining sequence.

Work window

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Horizontal softkey bar (HSK)

The user interface consists of different subsections. At the bottom of the screen is the horizontal softkey bar (HSK) con-

taining 8 softkeys (see Section 2.2.1 in this module). The selection of a new window is made by pressing the buttons just

under the softkeys. If the number of functions exceeds the representation capacities of the maximum of 8 softkeys than a

partitioning in two different horizontal softkey bars occurs.

The change over forth and back takes place with the “Menu extend“-key

on the operator panel.

Vertical softkey bar (VSK)

The available functions and operating modes can be selected from the keys right beside the vertical softkey bar (VSK) on

the right hand side of the screen. If the number of functions exceeds the representation possibility capacity of the maxi-

mum of 8 softkeys than a partitioning in two different vertical softkey bars occurs.

The changeover takes place with the:

“Forward“-key or the

“Backward“-key (VSK 8).

Operating with softkeys and buttons

The Sinumerik Operate separates into 6 different operating areas (“Machine“, “Parameter“, “Program“, “Program Manag-

er“, “Diagnostics“, “Start-up”), 3 operating modes (“JOG”, “MDA”, “AUTO”) and 2 functions (“REPOS”, “REFPOINT”).

By pressing the button “MENU SELECT“ on the operator panel the active

screen will be overlaid with the display of a yellow horizontal softkey bar at

the bottom and a yellow vertical softkey bar on the left side of the screen.

They consist of 6 operating area softkeys in the HSK and 3 operating

mode-, as well as 2 function softkeys in the vertical softkey bar.

Horizontal softkey bar (HSK)

Display area

Description

By pressing HSK 1 “Machine“ the operating are “Machine“ will be called up.

By pressing the HSK 2 “Parameter“ the operating area “Parameter“ will be called up.

By pressing the HSK 3 “Program“ the operating area “Program“ will be called up.

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By pressing the HSK 4 “Program Manager“ the operating area “Program Manager“ will be

called up.

By pressing the HSK 5 “Diagnose“ the operating area “Diagnose“ will be called up.

By pressing the HSK 6 “Setup“ the operating area “Setup“ will be called up.

Vertikale Softkey-bar (VSK)

Display area

Description

By pressing the VSK 1 “AUTO“ the operating mode “AUTO“ will be called up

By pressing the VSK 2 “MDA“ the operating mode “MDA“ will be called up.

By pressing the VSK 3 the operating mode “JOG“ will be called up.

By pressing the VSK 4 „REPOS“ the function „REPOS“ will be called up.

By pressing the VSK 5 „REF POINT“ the function “REF POINT“ will be called up.

Considerations for the input masks

Measurement units [metric/imperial]

The measurement units of all parameters used in the entire documentation are defined in the metrical system (mm). The

following table compares the equivalent imperial measuring units (inch and foot) with the metric system.

Note:

A description how to change between metric (mm) and imperial system (inch) can be found in the module B570 “Operating

mode JOG“.

Metric

Inch/foot

mm/tooth

in/tooth

mm/min

in/min

mm/rev

in/rev

m/min

ft/min

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Parameter selection

The following described selection of parameters in an input mask can be called in every entry field where parameter

selection is possible and numerical input is not possible.

A list of possible parameters is displayed by pressing "INSERT" key on the keyboard

Navigation through the menu occurs with the blue cursor-keys.

Hint:

Navigation in long lists short cut can be used by pressing the initial letter or number of the

parameter directly on the keyboard. Each additional pressed letter continuous to restrict the

selection.

If the selected entry is orange highlighted (actual cursor position) then with pressing on of the

yellow “INPUT“ keys on the keyboard the chosen value is taken over into the input field.

Alternatively you can switch through a list of possible choices in the input field by pressing the

blue “SELECT“ key repeatedly.

Pocket calculator

The calculator can be called-up from every part of the operating area.

If a numerical entry is necessary in an input field you can open the pocket calculator by

pressing the equal sign (=) on the keyboard.

If their is already a value existing in the input filed e.g. 100 , then the value will be captured into

the calculator window.

Softkeys

Description

By pressing the softkey “Delete“ every input or outcome value in the calculator will be deleted.

For calculating values the four basic arithmetical operators are available,

as well as…..

square root (R) and….

Square (S).

If you enter the letter “R“ with a following number in the calculator and press the “Calculate“

button than the square root of the entry will be calculated. If you place first a “S“ instead of a

“R“ in front of the number, the square will be calculated.

A mathematical function with values in parenthesis allows the calculation of complex

mathematical expressions.

The softkey “Accept“ transfers the result to the input field and closes the pocket calculator

independently.

The button “Cancel“ closes the pocket calculator.

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Operating mode “JOG“

Sinumerik

Operate

Module Description:

In this module the softkeys of the Sinumerik Operate, available in the manual mode (setup- and basic

functions), will be described.

Module Objective:

In this module you learn the different options of the operating area "Machine" in the oper-

ating mode "JOG".

Content:

Operating mode "JOG"

Tool, spindle and machine commands (T,S,M)

Set Work offset (“Set WO”)

Measure workpiece

Measuring a tool

Position

Face milling

Settings

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Operating mode "JOG"

Operation mode “JOG” is used, for setting up the machine for program runoff or if you simply want to traverse the axes on

the machine:

 Reference point approach, i.e. calibration of the position measuring system

 Preparing a machine for executing a program in automatic mode, i.e. measuring tools, measuring the workpiece and, if

necessary, defining the work offsets used in the program

 Traversing axes, e.g. during a program interruption

 Positioning axes

Selecting the operating mode “JOG“

The operating mode "JOG" can be selected as follows:

Press the “JOG“ button on the machine control panel (MCP).

The operating mode “JOG” opens directly.

- OR -

Press the button “MENU SELECT“ on the machine control panel.

Press the VSK 1 “JOG“ in the yellow vertical softtkey bar on the right hand side of the screen to

switch directly to the operating mode “JOG“.

Then Switch to the operating area “Machine” by pressing the “MACHINE” key on the operator

panel or on the keyboard or press the “MENU SELECT“ key on the operator panel and the

yellow HSK 1 “Machine“.

The following screen opens:

The following functions are offered in the horizontal and vertical softkey bar of the operating area "Machine".

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Vertical softkey bars 1 and 2

Display area

Description

The most important G-functions are displayed in a sub-window by pressing the VSK 1.1 "G

functions".

Available auxiliary functions are displayed in a subwindow by pressing the VSK 1.2 "Auxiliary

functions" at the time of the output.

By pressing the VSK 1.7 "Act. values. Machine", the coordinate system will be toggled between

the machine coordinate system (MCS) and the workpiece coordinate system (WCS).

Note:

Refer to the machine manufacturer‘s documentation.

By pressing the VSK 1.8 "Forward" on the operator panel (OP) the selection of additional

softkeys on the vertical softkey bar is possible

By pressing the VSK 2.2 "All G functions" all G-functions will be shown.

By pressing the VSK 2.6 "Zoom act. val." all actual axes positions in the selected coordinate

system as well as the currently active feed rate and feed override of each individual axis are

displayed full screen. In addition all active zero point offsets, transformations and the T,F,S data

is being displayed in the foot line.

Note:

If the machine is in the sub-mode “REPOS”, then the in manual mode traversed path difference

is also being displayed.

By pressing the VSK 2.8 "Back" on the operator panel (OP) the vertical softkey bar switches

back to the menu of the VSK 1.

Horizontal softkey bar 1 and 2

Display area

Description

By pressing the HSK 1 "T,S,M" the input screen "T,S,M" will be activated.

By pressing the HSK 2 "Set WO" the input screen for setting the work offset will be activated.

By pressing the HSK 3 "Meas. workp.“ the input mask for measuring a workpiece will be activat-

ed.

By pressing the HSK 4 "Meas. tool" the function "Measure tool" will be activated and the ex-

tended options "Length/Radius manual", "Length/Radius auto", "Calibrate Probe", and

“Calibrate fixed pt.” will be available in the vertical softkey bar.

By pressing the HSK 5 "Position" the input screen "Target position" will be activated.

By pressing the HSK 7 "Face mill." the input screen "Face milling" will be activated.

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Display area

Description

By pressing the "Extend"-button on the operator panel (OP) more softkeys on the HSK are

available.

This symbol on the right of the dialogue line indicates that more options on the HSK are availa-

ble.

This symbol indicates that you are in the expanded softkey bar.

By pressing the HSK 2.6 "Handwheel" the input mask for traversing the axis in machine coordi-

nate system (MCS) or workpiece coordinate system (WCS) will be available.

By pressing the HSK 2.7 "Synch. Action." the screen which shows the current synchronized

actions is displayed.

By pressing the HSK 2.8 "Settings" a window opens up where you can adjust the settings for

manual operation on the Sinumerik Operate.

Tool, spindle and machine commands

Selecting the function "T,S,M"

By pressing the HSK 1 "T,S,M" in operation area “Machine” under operation mode “JOG” the

following input mask will be displayed on the screen .

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Vertical softkey bar (VSK)

Display area

Description

By pressing the VSK 2 "Select tool" the tool list opens on the screen.

See module M573 - "Operating area Parameter".

By pressing the VSK 3 "Select work offs" a list with the zero point offsets will be displayed.

Refer to Work offset section 4 in this module

By pressing the VSK 8 "Back" switch back to the main screen of the Sinumerik Operate.

Parameters of "T,S,M" (Tool, spindle and machine commands)

Input mask for tool, spindle and machine commands:

Values can be entered directly in the orange marked input fields or by selecting predefined parameters with the “SELECT”

key. Alternatively the “INSERT” button in the marked cursor field opens a select menu of all possible parameters, in which

you can navigate with the “Tab” key as well as the blue “cursor-up” and “cursor-down” down buttons. The button “INPUT”

takes over the selected values. In order to be independently of country specific measuring units [metric/imperial] not all units

are displayed in the input masks.

See module M568 - "Basic operations".

In this documentation the measuring units are always metric.

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Parameter

Unit

Meaning

Tool name: e.g.: T12 or Cutter_7 (alphanumerical).

Cutting edge number of the tool.

Spindle:

[rpm]

Spindle speed (revolutions per minute, numerical).

Spindle M function:

Spindle machine functions: (Make a selection using the "SELECT" key

on the keyboard).

No selection is made.

 Empty field

Clockwise rotation of the spindle.

 Right(M 3)

Counter clockwise rotation of the spindle.

 Left (M 4)

Spindle is stopped.

 Off (M 5)

Spindle positioning: Spindle is positioned to the desired position.

 Positioning (SPOS)

Other M function:

Manufacturer defined M-functions. By inserting the number of the

function, a corresponding M-function is selected.

Refer to the machine manufacturer‘s table for the correlation between

the meaning and the number of the function.

Parameter

Unit

Meaning (continuation)

Work offset:

Alternative parameter options:

The actual value of the work offset refers to the machine zero point, after

 None

approaching the reference point.

In contrast a machining program refers to the workpiece zero point. This offset is to

 Basic reference

be entered as zero point offset.

 G54

You can select work offsets from the tool list of settable work offsets via the "Work

offset" softkey.

 G55

See module M573 - "Operating area Parameter".

 G56

 G57

Unit of measure.:

Alternative parameter options:

 none

[mm]

Note:

 mm

[inch]

The setting made here has effect on the programming.

 inch

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Parameter

Unit

Meaning (continuation)

Machining plane:

 G17

(XY)

(ZX)

 G18

(YZ)

 G19

Gear stage:

Specification of the gear stage

(none, auto, I - V).

Stop-Position:

[Degree] Input of the spindle position in degrees.

Note:

This parameter shows up by selecting the spindle M-function

Note:

With “CYCLE START“ the inserted values will be executed. The entries in the option fields will be deleted, ready for new

inputs.

Tool definition and call with the input mask "T, S, M"

By pressing the HSK 1 "T, S, M" on the screen

See above in the working window open the "T, S, M" input box.

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Opened by default, VSK 1 "Favorites" Softkey, you will find the most common tools. By pressing on the soft keys such as

"Drill", only drilling tools are offered. In our example, the first tool "Type 120 - End mill" is used.

With the VSK 8 "OK" Softkey, the selected tool is created in the “Tool list”.

The name of the tool can be modified if required.

For example, the tool name is edited from MILLING CUTTER with the

Insert and Delete keys and changed to CUTTER_D10.

Data should now be entered if known, the tool length, the correct tool radius or diameter, and number of edges, spindle

direction and possibly external coolant supply can be activated.

Press VSK 1 "In Manual", the tool name is now moved into the input window

of T, S, M.

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The tool could also have speed and direction data entered, if it is still stored in the magazine.

In this example CYCLE START is pressed to initiate the tool change.

CYCLE START triggers the tool change functions without additional commands such as M06.

The tool should now appear in the window technology (outlined in red), the tool from the tool list with details of length, radius

and edge number.

To return the tool in the spindle to the magazine must only be undertaken using "T, S, M"

In the input field T enter "0".

CYCLE START triggers the tool change functions without additional commands such as M06.

Work Offset

By pressing the HSK 2 "Set WO" in operation area “Machine” under operation mode

“JOG” the input field for the programming of a work offset will be opened, like dis-

played below.

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