Tool Change With M6 - Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl Programming Manual

Tool change
5.1 Tool change without tool management
Syntax
Tool selection:
T<number>
T=<number>
T<n>=<number>
Tool deselection:
T0
T0=<number>
Meaning
T:
<n>:
<number>:
T0:
Example
Program code
N10 T1 D1
...
N70 T0
...
5.1.2

Tool change with M6

The tool is selected when the T command is programmed. The tool only becomes active with
M6 (including tool offset).
Application
For milling machines with chain, rotary-plate or box magazines.
Syntax
Tool selection:
T<number>
T=<number>
T<n>=<number>
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Command for tool selection including tool change and activation of the tool offset
Spindle number as address extension
Note:
The possibility of programming a spindle number as address extension depends on
the configuration of the machine;
→ see machine manufacturer's specifications.
Number of the tool
Range of values: 0 - 32000
Command for deselection of the active tool
Comment
; Loading of tool T1 and activation of the tool offset D1.
; Deselect tool T1.
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