Modes - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operation/Programming Manual

08/2005
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Modes

Machine Manual
Jog
Manual Machine
MDI
MDI
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SINUMERIK 840D sl Operation/Programming ShopTurn (BAT) – 08/2005 Edition
There are various modes in which you can work in ShopTurn:
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Machine Manual
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MDI (Manual Data Automatic)
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Machine Auto
In "Machine Manual" mode, there is a provision for the following
preparatory actions in manual mode:
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Approaching the reference point, i.e. calibrating the machine's path
measuring system
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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
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Traversing axes, e.g. during a program interruption
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Positioning axes
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Simple stock removal of workpiece
You can select the "Manual Machine" mode using the "Jog" key.
The parameters set under "T, S, M..." affect all movements in manual
mode with the exception of reference point approach.
If you have the "Manual Machine" option, you are working in "Machine
Manual" for the manual mode. Under "Machine Manual," you have the
option of carrying out the following machining processes without
having to write a program for them:
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Setting-up and simple traversing movements
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Taper turning
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Straight (plan or longitudinal turning)
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Drilling (axial drilling, axial threads, drilling, reaming, deep-drilling,
threads)
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Turning (stock removal, groove, undercut, threads, tapping)
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Milling (pocket, shank, groove, multi-edged, engraving)
In MDI mode, you can enter and execute G code commands non-
modally to set up the machine or to perform a single action.
You can select MDI mode via the "MDI" key.
Setting Up the Machine
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