Examples - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Function Manual

13.6

Examples

13.6
Fork head, inclined-axis head
Rotary axes are frequently used on 5-axis milling machines to swivel the tool axis or rotate
the workpiece. These machines can position the tip of a tool on any point on the workpiece
and take up any position on the tool axis. Various milling heads are required, depending on
the application. The figure shows a fork head and an inclined-axis head as example rotary-
axis arrangements.
Figure 13-7
Extended Functions
Function Manual, 09/2009, 6FC5397-1BP20-0BA0
Fork head, inclined-axis head
R2: Rotary axes
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