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CNC and at the drives. • Tendency test on analog axes. FAGOR AUTOMATION shall not be held responsible for any personal injuries or physical damage caused or suffered by the CNC resulting from any of the safety elements being disabled.
4.3.2 Select the first and last blocks of the execution............74 4.3.3 Execute a program..................... 77 CNC 8070 4.3.4 Resume the execution of a program from the block where it was canceled....78 4.3.5 Cancel the execution and resume from another block while keeping the history..79 4.3.6...
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Working in the program window.................. 165 8.8.1 Select the first and last blocks of the execution............165 8.8.2 Simulate program blocks separately................ 166 CNC 8070 8.8.3 Display the status of the program or of the active subroutines........ 167 Statistics window ......................168 8.9.1 Time estimates......................
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12.10 Real coordinates with enlarged error ................216 12.11 Simulation speed ......................216 CHAPTER 13 HD GRAPHIC ENVIRONMENT (LATHE MODEL) CNC 8070 13.1 Description of the graphic environment............... 217 13.1.1 Softkey menus......................218 13.2 Move, rotate and zoom in or out on the graphic............219 13.3...
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Report generation ......................405 22.6 View the history of errors and warnings issued by the CNC........406 22.7 Generating the Fagor file for error diagnosis............... 406 22.8 Access particular utilities of the operative system and other applications....406 CHAPTER 23 APPS 23.1...
O pe r a tin g m a nu al DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The manufacturer: Fagor Automation S. Coop. Barrio de San Andrés Nº 19, C.P.20500, Mondragón -Guipúzcoa- (Spain). Declares: The manufacturer declares under their exclusive responsibility the conformity of the product:...
New languages (Basque and Portuguese). • Machine parameter: LANGUAGE. Placing the vertical softkeys on the left or on the right. • Machine parameter: VMENU. CNC 8070 Tool radius compensation mode (G136/G137) by default • Machine parameter: IRCOMP. OEM generic machine parameters.
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Incline axis. Permit using the G95 function in jog mode. • Machine parameter: FPRMAN. CNC 8070 Lathe model. Select graphics configuration. • Machine parameter: GRAPHTYPE. Lathe model. Select axis configuration. • Machine parameter: GEOCONFIG.
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• Range of parameters affected by the change of units. • Each parameter may have a different describing comment associated with it. CNC 8070 Home search. New home searching method for spindles with home switch. The spindle goes through the home switch twice.
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Software V03.14 MCU and ICU central unit. battery powered RAM. Connecting handwheels to the central unit. local I/O. Local feedback inputs. Loca probes. CNC 8070 Define whether the spindle is homed automatically with the first movement or not. The application may be restarted while turning the CNC off.
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(troubleshooting) manual. • CNC errors between 10000 and 20000 are reserved for the OEM so he can create his own warning or error texts in different languages. CNC 8070 Show a warning and interrupt program execution. • New instruction, #WARNINGSTOP.
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Automatic mode. The [START] key saves the program being edited. Diagnosis mode. Generate the Fagor file for error diagnosis. Tool table. When selecting an incremental wear, it is possible to define the maximum increment possible; by default 0.5 mm (0.019685 inch).
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• Machine parameter: RSTYPE. Enable the HBLS handwheel. • Machine parameter: HBLS. Selecting the type of PLC (IEC61131 or Fagor). • Machine parameter: PLCTYPE RTCP. On tilting tables, rotate the part coordinate system when rotating the • Kinematics TYPE9 through TYPE12.
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• Programming instructions: #REPOS. There may be up to 30 OEM subroutines per channel now (G180-G189 / G380- G399). CNC 8070 The OEM subroutines may be executed either in a non-modal (G180, G181, etc) or in a modal way (MG180, MG181, etc).
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Software V05.00 Simplified tool table. Override of the dynamics for HSC. Diagnosis mode. Access particular utilities of the operative system and other applications. Ref. 1408 CNC 8070 Software V05.10 Allow the user modify the kinematics parameters. Ref. 1408 Software V05.10 : 1505) Allow the user modify the kinematics parameters.
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Utilities mode. Show the properties of an entity or folder. User tables. The arithmetic parameter tables can show the parameters of several channels simultaneously. Application. Send emails. Ref. 1505 Software V05.30 Utilities mode. The [ENTER] key opens the file selected on the list. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·22·...
Read the following safety measures in order to prevent harming people or damage to this product and those products connected to it. Fagor Automation shall not be held responsible of any physical damage or defective unit resulting from not complying with these basic safety regulations.
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Central unit enclosure. To maintain the right ambient conditions in the enclosure of the central unit, it must meet the requirements indicated by Fagor. See the corresponding chapter in the hardware manual. Main AC power switch. This switch must be easy to access and at a distance between 0.7 and 1.7 m (2.3 and 5.6 ft) off the floor.
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O pe r a tin g m a nu al Symbols that the product may carry. Ground symbol. This symbol indicates that that point must be under voltage. ESD components. This symbol identifies the cards as ESD components (sensitive to electrostatic discharges). CNC 8070 : 1505) ·25·...
In order to prevent the possibility of having the time period from the time a product leaves our warehouse until the end user actually receives it run against this 12-month warranty, FAGOR has set up a warranty control system based on having the manufacturer or agent inform FAGOR of the destination, identification and on-machine installation date, by filling out the document accompanying each FAGOR product in the warranty envelope.
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O p er atin g m an ual WARRANTY ON REPAIRS In a similar way to the initial warranty, FAGOR offers a warranty on standard repairs according to the following conditions: PERIOD 12 months. CONCEPT Covers parts and labor for repairs (or replacements) at the network's own facilities.
Wrap the unit in a polyethylene roll or similar material to protect it. When sending a central unit with monitor, protect especially the screen. Pad the unit inside the cardboard box with poly-utherane foam on all sides. Seal the cardboard box with packing tape or industrial staples. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·29·...
• Do not handle the connectors with the unit supplied with power. Before handling these connectors (I/O, feedback, etc.), make sure that the unit is not powered. • Do not get into the inside of the unit. Only personnel authorized by Fagor Automation may manipulate the inside of this unit.
[SHIFT] at the same time inverts the sequence. In the PLC mode, it switches between the various active services. CNC 8070 • Sequentially access the different channels. • The horizontal softkey menu shows the available screens and the vertical menu shows the available channels.
HELP the following actions. It accesses the CNC's system help. • Access a CNC work mode. CNC 8070 • Execute an application. • Access the operating system. • Carry out no function at all. After accessing the work mode, these keys may be used...
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Keys to select the axes and keys to select the jogging direction. Both keys (axis and direction) must be pressed to jog the axis. CNC 8070 Rapid key. When pressing this key while moving an axis, the CNC applies the rapid feedrate.
Keys to move the cursor. The arrow keys move the cursor one position to the left, right, up or down. CNC 8070 The previous-page or next-page keys show the previous or next page at the part- program or PLC program editor.
UTILITIES Configurable mode. CUSTOM OEM-configurable key that can carry out one of the following actions. CNC 8070 • Access a CNC work mode. • Execute an application. • Access the operating system. • Carry out no function at all. After accessing the work mode, these keys may be used...
MDI/MDA mode, etc. Cycle stop key (STOP). Interrupt the execution of the CNC. Reset key. RESET CNC 8070 It initializes the system setting the initial conditions as defined by machine parameters. Single-block execution mode. SINGLE When selecting the "single block" execution mode, the program simulation will be interrupted at the end of each block.
Move the program to the end of the program. [CTRL]+[TAB] Browsing keys. Toggle between the editor and the error window. [CTRL]+[F1] BACK [CTRL]+[F5] RECALL Previous menu. [RECALL] key. [CTRL]+[F2] FOCUS Switch window. [CTRL]+[F3] FOCUS Switch screens. CNC 8070 [ALT]+[B] Two-color key. : 1505) ·39·...
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• User mode. It is the usual work mode for the user, once the setup is completed. The manufacturer CNC 8070 must deliver this unit to the user set up to start up in this mode. The access to this mode is not protected with the password.
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If the CNC is started up in user mode, it does not offer the option to save a backup copy. The manufacturer must have saved the backup copy of the configuration during the setup. The backup copies are saved in the "\Backup" folder in a compressed format. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·42·...
After the 2 seconds, the screen shows the corresponding error and it initiates the automatic turn-off sequence. First, it stops the machine if it is in execution. It closes the CNC application, then the whole system and finally turns the battery off. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·43·...
Work modes and software protection at the CNC. Fagor delivers the unit with a protected compact flash type disk that is write-protected except for the folders or files that must be unprotected for the normal operation of the CNC. The changes made to protected folders or files will be operative until the unit is turned off and back on, the CNC will then restore the initial configuration.
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This mode must only be used to install non-Fagor software, to install the CNC (also possible from the setup mode), to update the operative system or change the system configuration.
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On power-up, the CNC will show a message indicating that it is in an unprotected mode and that the setup has not been completed yet. In this situation, the CNC is no longer under Fagor warranty. After a certain period of time, with the next reset, the CNC shows the message again.
• Edit, modify, delete, rename, etc. the programs stored at the CNC. • Perform a telediagnosis of the CNC. USB. USB support for the following devices. • Pendrive. • Keyboard and mouse. DO NOT connect any kind of hub to the USB port. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·47·...
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This menu may appear to the left or right of the interface depending on how the OEM has configured the machine. Horizontal softkey menu. CNC 8070 The menu options change depending on the active work mode. The different options are selected using softkeys F1 through F7.
Active CNC message. For each channel, it shows the last message activated by the program that is running. CNC 8070 The window shows the last message of the active channel. If there are messages in other channels, it will highlight the "+" sign next to the message window. To display the list of active messages, press the key combination [CTRL]+[O] or click on the CNC message line.
Channel 2 is not expecting any synchronism mark. (In the graphic, the white LED's are identified with the letter - W-, the green ones with the letter -G- and the red ones with the letter -R-). CNC 8070 : 1505) ·51·...
Key. Meaning. Stop the video and move to next frame or previous frame. CNC 8070 Stop the video and move to the next 5 frames or to the previous 5 frames. Stop the video and move to the end or to the beginning.
The softkey menu expands and shrinks with keys [F1] through [F7]. The softkey of the pop-up menu are selected with the [ENTER] key or from the numeric keypad using the number that comes with each softkey. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·53·...
The exchange between the different screens of an operating mode is done using the key to NEXT CNC 8070 access that operating mode or with the [NEXT] key (if the OEM has configured it that way). When pressing one of these keys, the CNC will show the next screen and when pressing them together with the [SHIFT] key, it will show the previous screen.
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The utilities mode is common to all the channels. The PLC mode is common to all the channels. Machine parameters The machine parameters are common to all the channels. Tuning mode The tuning mode is common to all the channels. (Setup assistance). CNC 8070 : 1505) ·55·...
• Load and unload a tool from the magazines through the spindle, using a maneuver. • Saving the table contents. CNC 8070 • Recalling the table contents. • Printing the table contents. : 1505) ·56·...
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• Show information about the elements connected to the CNC through the CAN bus, Sercos or Mechatrolink. The diagnosis is a testing and displaying tool; it cannot be used to modify the displayed values. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·57·...
Moving around in the task window Besides the mouse, the following keys may be used. [] [] Moves the cursor through the window. [CTRL]+[TAB] Changes the panel. [ENTER] It accesses the selected mode. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·58·...
PLC errors, hardware errors, etc. FATAL ERROR They are errors that force the operator to turn the CNC off. If the error persists, contact the : 1505) Service Department at Fagor Automation. ·59·...
Stop the video and move to the next 5 frames or to the previous 5 frames. Stop the video and move to the end or to the beginning. HOME Stop the video. SPACE Play the video. ENTER CNC 8070 : 1505) ·60·...
Opens the selected file. ENTER To cancel the selection and close the program listing. Creating a new file CNC 8070 To create a new file: Select the destination folder for the file. Write the file name at the bottom window.
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Search for the next program (in descending order). ENTER Search for the previous program (in ascending order). End the search and close the dialog box. When defining a search, the softkey menu shows the "Next" (up) and "Previous" (down) options. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·62·...
The expressions already accepted become part of the history and may be displayed using the relevant keys [][]. After selecting an expression from the window, press the [ENTER] CNC 8070 key to recover it. The [ESC] key closes the history window.
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The result of the operations may be given in various units. Use the following icons to change the units. It highlights the units currently selected. Hexadecimal ($), decimal (D) or binary (B) units. Units in degrees or radians. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·64·...
Arithmetic operations. x + y x - y Subtract x *y Multiply CNC 8070 x / y Divide x % y Percentage 10%50 = 5 2^3 = 2 2 2 = 8 x ^ y Power 3! = 3 ...
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"A" variable. CNC 8070 The precision of the result depends on the "N" variable that indicates the number of iterations of the resolution algorithm. If "N" is less than or equal to zero, it will be ignored and the number of iterations will be 100.
• On the drop lists, the desired option may be selected using the keys on the keyboard. • The arrow keys [][][][] move the cursor over the color pallet and over the options of a list. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·67·...
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It shows the following data. • Blocks of the program or subroutine being executed. CNC 8070 • Line of the program where the cursor is. During execution, the window shows the following information.
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Information related to the position of the axes. In the screen configuration supplied by Fagor, the data displayed will be different on each screen. Displaying the following information is the most typical. • The programmed coordinate, in other words, the target position.
Softkey. Description. Select a program for execution. Begin tool inspection. Tool inspection is only available when program execution is interrupted. End simulated execution and start executing the program Select the program that is being edited. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·71·...
Name of the subroutine $RPT Number of current loop and total number of loops. $FOR Number of current loop and total number of loops. $WHILE Number of current loop. Number of current loop. Text "IF". $SWITCH Text "SWITCH". CNC 8070 : 1505) ·72·...
This softkey selects directly the program being edited in the same channel. Once a program has been selected, its name appears on the general status bar. For each channel, it shows the name of the program selected in that channel. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·73·...
When selecting this option, the CNC requests the number of times that the block must be executed before ending the execution of the program. After entering the number of times, press [ENTER] to validate the value or [ESC] to cancel it. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·74·...
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• First block. This option sets as starting block for block search the block selected with the cursor. If the first block is not defined, the block CNC 8070 search starts at the first block of the program. Find text.
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To start the search, press [ENTER] and the cursor will position on the text found. Pressing [ENTER] again, the CNC will look for the next match and so on. To end the search, press [ESC]. The cursor will position on the block containing the text searched. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·76·...
(jog mode), the rapid traverse will also be applied in the channel that is executing the program. CNC 8070 The feedrate for these movements is set by the FRAPIDEN parameters of the axes and of the channel. If these parameters are set to zero, the CNC does not limit the feedrate and assumes the one set for G00.
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Through block search, the CNC offers, , the most complete way to resume program execution after interrupting (cancelling) the execution. Block search may be used to restore the program history up to a particular block, reposition axes, go into tool inspection, etc. See "4.6 Block search." on page 93. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·78·...
• The execution cannot be canceled inside a canned cycle, both ISO and that of the cycle editor. • Inside a loop ($IF, $GOTO, etc), the execution can only be resumed if the resuming block CNC 8070 is at the same level as the block where it was canceled. Modify the interrupted program.
The vertical softkey menu offers two options. Softkey. Reposition point. Repositioning the axes at the interruption point. Repositioning the axes at the starting point of the interrupted block. Press the [START] key to start the execution. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·80·...
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The axes move at the maximum feedrate allowedregardless of the programmed "F" value. It is possible to change that feedrate with the feedrate override switch. CNC 8070 • The simulation starts the spindle if it has been programmed. • The simulation ignores the dwells programmed with G4.
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• The simulation does not start the spindle, except when the spindle works in closed loop M19. • The simulation ignores the dwells programmed with G4. • The simulation takes into account the program stops programmed with M00 and M01. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·82·...
(e.g. from the outside operator panel if the manufacturer has provided a button or key to that effect). The same occurs when trying to execute a new program after executing the retrace function. CNC 8070 Influence of certain functions while executing in retrace mode. Machining conditions.
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#SYNC High speed machining. #HSC ON #HSC OFF Incline axis. #ANGAX ON #ANGAX OFF Freezing (suspending) an incline axis does not cancel the retrace function. CNC 8070 Slaving axes. #LINK #UNLINK Axis parking. #PARK #UNPARK Tangential control. G45 G145 #TANGCTRL ON...
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#CS ON #CS OFF #CS NEW do not cancel the retrace function. #RTCP OFF Kinematics change. #KIN ID Independent axis. #MOVE #MOVE ABS #MOVE ADS #MOVE INF Electronic cam. #CAM ON #CAM OFF #FOLLOW ON #FOLLOW OFF CNC 8070 : 1505) ·85·...
GOTO instructions, but it can only find them if there are in blocks after the calling instruction. If the block is in a previous line, it must have the format of the CNC label adding the ":" character. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·86·...
[START] key is pressed, it only executes the block selected in the active program. Once that block is executed, another block may be executed by selecting it with the cursor and pressing [START] again and so on. The blocks may be selected with the [] [] keys. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·87·...
• The CNC cancels tangential control (#TANGCTRL); it restores it when resuming execution after tool inspection. CNC 8070 • The CNC assumes function G40 when resuming execution after tool inspection, restores the function that was active at the interruption point. If either G40, G41 or G42 is programmed in MDI, the CNC stores it without making it effective;...
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If the spindle was interrupted in a positioning with M19, repositioning will complete that positioning. Once the spindle has recovered its status, it will no longer be available. CNC 8070 Canceling repositioning. The CNC admits the possibility to end tool inspection before it is completed; i.e. without having repositioned all the axes.
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• If tool inspection has ended after canceling the repositioning of the axes, when pressing [START], the axes move from their current position to the end point of the interrupted path and then the CNC goes on with the rest of the program. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·90·...
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Repositioning the axes. CNC 8070 The axes may be repositioned one by one or all at the same time. To reposition them, select the axes with the relevant softkey and press [START]. The axes reposition at the feedrate defined by the OEM.
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The CNC keeps the new values when resuming the execution. Use the [TAB] key to move through the various data. Press [ESC] or the "MHSF" softkey to return to the standard screen of the automatic mode. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·92·...
Selecting the starting block for the search. If the first block is not selected, the block search CNC 8070 starts at the beginning of the program. Press the [CYCLE START] key to start the block search.
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After positioning the axes and before resuming execution, tool inspection may be accessed to change the machining conditions. In tool inspection, it is possible to change the feedrate and the spindle speed, execute blocks in MDI/MDA mode as well as activate M and H functions. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·94·...
[START] key executes them Press the "MHSF" softkey to return to the standard screen of the automatic mode. The CNC shows the M and H functions sent out to the PLC in green and the ones selected to be sent to PLC in red. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·95·...
Over the cursor, it shows the percentage being applied. The cursor may be moved with the mouse or with the moving arrows of the keyboard. The [ESC] key also hides the bar. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·96·...
Information related to the position of the axes. In the screen configuration supplied by Fagor, the data displayed will be different on each screen. The most common thing is to show the current position of the axes referred to part zero in large characters, and the amount of following error (axis lag) in small characters.
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If the text "S real" appears in red, it means that the PLC is inhibiting the movement of the spindle (INHIBIT mark active). The status of the mark is not displayed if the screen does not show this text. Moving mode selected at the jog selector switch on the operator panel. Reserved. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·98·...
Press the homing key [ZERO]. The CNC will display a dialog box requesting confirmation ZERO to execute the home search. Press [START] to go ahead with the home search or [ESC] to cancel the operation. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·100·...
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Feedrate selector. The movement is carried out at the feedrate defined by the OEM. The feedrate may be varied between 0% and 200% using the feedrate override switch on the operator panel. FEED CNC 8070 : 1505) ·101·...
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If while moving, a second axis is selected, the new one will move at the same time and under the same conditions. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·102·...
When using a handwheel with a push-button, the push-button may be used to select, CNC 8070 sequentially, the axes to be jogged. Pushing the button selects the first one of the axes being displayed. If an axis has already been selected, it de-selects it and selects the next one.
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This feature must be managed from the PLC. Usually, this feature is turned on and off using an external push button or key configured for that purpose. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·104·...
To select the numbered axes (e.g. "X1"), select any axis and then move the selection until positioning on the desired one. The focus moves with the [][] keys. Key in the desired preset value. Press [ENTER] to preset the entered value or [ESC] to cancel the operation. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·105·...
50% and 120% with a 5% step. It sets the percentage of turning speed to be applied. The maximum and minimum values are set by the OEM, the typical values being a variation between 50% and 120%. SPEED CNC 8070 : 1505) ·106·...
Press [T] at the alphanumeric keyboard. The CNC will highlight the current tool indicating that it is selected. Key in the number of the tool to be placed in the spindle. Press [START] to execute the tool change or [ESC] to cancel the operation. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·107·...
CNC will highlight the relevant data indicating that it is selected. Enter the new spindle speed. Press [START] to assume the entered value or [ESC] to cancel the operation. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·108·...
Applying a zero offset or fixture offset stored in the table. Use the cursor to select a zero offset or fixture offset from the list and press the [START] key to activate. The new zero offset is applied to all the axes of the channel. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·109·...
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CNC executes the probing movements. Automatic calibration. Calibration with a probe and a canned cycle. This calibration mode is available when using a table-top probe. The CNC executes all the CNC 8070 movements using the calibration canned cycle #PROBE. : 1505)
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With lathe tools, tool length compensation is applied on all the axes where a tool offset has been defined. When using milling tools on a lathe, the longitudinal compensation axis may be changed by means of the #TOOL AX instruction or the G20 function. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·112·...
Tool calibration Since there is no probe, a reference part is required to calibrate the tool. The calibration CNC 8070 consists in moving the tool manually until it touches the part and then validating the calibration on each axis. After validating them, the new values are saved in the tool table.
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To define the data, place the focus on the relevant data, key in the desired value and press [ENTER]. For a lathe tool. CNC 8070 The nomenclature of the axes depends on the geometrical configuration of the "plane" or "trihedron" axes. For a "plane" configuration, the names of the axes assume the DIN standard for lathes;...
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When calibrating the offsets of a milling tool, the length value is deleted but not the radius value. CNC 8070 Sign criteria for the offsets and their wear. The sign criterion for the offsets and their wear is established by machine parameter TOOLOFSG.
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After pressing [ENTER] to accept the new value, the wear field will show the resulting absolute value. Initial wear Incremental wear Total wear -0.2 -0.8 -0.2 -1.2 CNC 8070 : 1505) ·116·...
When changing the tool data, the tool table data is updated after calibration. Tool calibration CNC 8070 The calibration consists in manually approaching the tool to the probe and then command the CNC to execute the probing movement. The CNC will move the tool on the selected axis until touching the probe.
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Define the probing distance and feedrate. If the feedrate is not defined, the probing movement will be made at the feedrate set by the OEM. CNC 8070 Select the tool and the offset to be calibrated. After the selection, the CNC shows the dimensions defined in the tool table for that offset.
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After pressing [ENTER] to accept the new value, the wear field will show the resulting absolute value. Initial wear Incremental wear Total wear -0.2 -0.8 -0.2 -1.2 CNC 8070 : 1505) ·119·...
Optionally, another position may be defined for the probe which will only be valid for the defined calibration. The new position does not affect the values defined in the machine parameters. CNC 8070 Tool calibration There are two options for the milling tools and may be selected with the following icons.
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Probe position. ··· The values defined here are only taken into account during the calibration cycle; they do not modify the machine parameter values. PRB2MIN CNC 8070 This icon sets the number of axes to calibrate on. : 1505) ·121·...
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Press the [CYCLE START] key to start the calibration. The CNC calibrates the tool making all the necessary movements; there is no need to manually approach the tool. If necessary, the CNC makes the tool change. After the calibration It updates the tool table data. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·122·...
The new position does not affect the values defined in the machine parameters. Tool calibration For milling and lathe tools, it calibrates the tool offsets on each axis. The offset wears are set to zero. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·123·...
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Press the [CYCLE START] key to start the calibration. The CNC calibrates the tool making all the necessary movements; there is no need to manually approach the tool. If necessary, the CNC makes the tool change. After the calibration It updates the tool table data. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·124·...
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When done with the cycle, the CNC updates the corresponding parameters. Data returned by the cycle after the measurement. Once the cycle has ended, the CNC returns the real values obtained in the measurement CNC 8070 in the following arithmetic parameters: P296 Inclination angle between the part and the abscissa axis (rectangular part).
• The X axis related data takes the coordinate of the first axis of the channel. • The Y axis related data takes the coordinate of the second axis of the channel. • The Z axis related data takes the coordinate of the third axis of the channel. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·126·...
·icon· Surface coordinate measuring. This parameter indicates whether the cycle must also measure the position of the top surface of the part. The cycle does not measure the surface coordinate. CNC 8070 The cycle measures the surface coordinate. : 1505) ·127·...
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This parameter sets the distance the probe withdrawals after the first probing movement. Once it withdraws this distance, the CNC makes a second probing movement. ·Dz· Safety distance along Z. CNC 8070 Distance for the probe to go up for its movements over the part. ·Fs· Feedrate for the first probing movement.
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Preset value on the abscissa axis. Preset value on the ordinate axis. Preset value on the axis perpendicular to the plane. These parameters are only valid when presetting the part zero and any this point may be assigned any value. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·129·...
The probe moves a ·Dz· distance back down at feedrate ·Fs· CNC 8070 For the movement, the cycle takes into consideration the dimensions of the part and, if it is rectangular, its inclination angle.
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It is done like the previous one. Probe positioning at the calculated center. This movement is carried out in two stages. It first moves along the perpendicular axis in rapid (G00) and then in the plane. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·131·...
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In any case, the background color will be different depending on the status of the program being simulated. Ready Background color: White. In simulation Background color: Green. Interrupted Background color: Dark green. CNC 8070 In error Background color: Red. Program name and location. CNC messages. : 1505) ·133·...
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• Statistics window: For estimating the machining time for each tool and the total program execution time. • Cycle editor. The cycle editor makes it easier to edit machining and probing cycles. • Profile editor. • Editor for inclined planes. • Geometric help editor. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·134·...
(This icon is only available when the statistics window is displayed). Configuring simulation options. • Activate and cancel tool radius compensation. • Conditional stop. • Activate and deactivate the software travel limits. • Block skip condition. • Cancel the channel synchronization in the simulation. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·135·...
Help to the user for programming inclined planes using the instructions #CS and #ACS. Using the "Insert" softkey, the block corresponding to the programmed instruction is inserted after the block where the cursor is. CNC 8070 Geomertic help (·M· model only) Assistance to the user for programming geometric help (scaling factor, corner rounding, etc.) using G72, G73 instructions, etc.
The conversion of the part-program The CNC keeps both programs; the one written in 8055 format (the one edited) and its CNC 8070 equivalent translated. The converted (translated) program is saved in the following folder with the same name but with the extension m55 (milling program) or t55 (lathe program).
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When the cannot translate a block because it has a function without equivalent, it will show the message "function without translation". The syntax analyzer will show this message when the index of a machine parameter is indicated parametrically. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·138·...
Tool radius compensation being off, the simulation will ignore the programmed tool radius compensation. Conditional stop during simulation CNC 8070 It simulates the external "conditional stop" switch. While active, the program simulation will be interrupted at the blocks having a "conditional stop" function "M01". The simulation will resume when pressing the START icon.
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Assume the active origins for execution. With this option, when starting the simulation or pressing the simulation reset, the CNC applies to the simulation the origins set in the execution environment (for example, the part zero set in jog mode). CNC 8070 : 1505) ·140·...
Although the window displaying them may be closed by pressing [ESC], it does not mean that the error status has been taken care of; to do that, press the [RESET] icon. The program can be neither edited nor simulated while the error stays state active. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·141·...
NUM: Numeric keypad active. Functionalities of the editor. CNC 8070 Group lines at the editor. Comments having an asterisk (*) and programmed at the beginning of the block allow to group blocks. Blocks programmed between these comments will be grouped and may be expanded or shrunk the same way as the cycles or profiles.
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The editor adjusts the long blocks to the size of the window dividing the block into several lines. On the right side of each cut line, the editor shows a symbol to indicate that the block continues in the next line. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·143·...
[ALT]+[–] Hide or expand a cycle. [CTRL]+[HOME] Move the cursor to the beginning of the program. [CTRL]+[END] Move the program to the end of the program. [CTRL]+[TAB] Toggle between the editor and the error window. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·144·...
Pressing [ENTER] again, the contextual assistance disappears from the bottom of the screen. Activating the contextual assistance. Contextual help is activated from the general customizing options. Contextual assistance is not available when using the 8055 CNC language. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·145·...
The help is always active, even when the contextual helps of the editor are disabled. For further information on how to define the help on subroutines, refer to the programming manual. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·146·...
[ESC] to close the error window. If the text is not display in full, place the focus in this area and move the text using the [][][][] keys. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·147·...
See "8.4.6 Customizing the editor." on page 153. Press [ENTER] to accept the selection and open the program or [ESC] to cancel it and close the program listing. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·148·...
Define the file name at the bottom window. To replace an existing file, select it from the list. Press [ENTER] to save the program or [ESC] to cancel the selection and close the program listing. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·149·...
• "Replace all" option, to replace the text throughout the whole program. • "Find next" option, to skip this text and keep on searching. • "Find previous" option, to look for the text without replacing it. To end the search, press [ESC]. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·150·...
This softkey may be used to "undo" the last modifications made. The modifications are undone one by one starting from the most recent one. The CNC offers the following keyboard shortcuts to undo and redo the operations. [CTRL]+[Z] Undo the last change. [CTRL]+[Y] Redo the selected text. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·151·...
• The DXF format is standard for exchanging graphic files. Importing this type of files makes it possible to generate the part-program directly from a drawing. The files must consist CNC 8070 of points, lines and arcs. See "8.4.8 Import DXF files"...
The axis is displayed in the TEACH-IN window and it is included in the blocks being edited by pressing the [RECALL] key. CNC 8070 Not selected and visible. The axis is displayed in the TEACH-IN window, but it is not included in the blocks being edited by pressing the [RECALL] key.
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This option may be used to customize the color of the elements (functions, comments, etc.) that make up the program. After defining the new look, press [ENTER] to accept the changes or [ESC] to ignore them. In large programs (more than 200 kB), the editor cancels the syntax coloring. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·154·...
“selected” for the TEACH-IN mode. If a character has been edited other than the axis name or the block number, it does not insert anything and the cursor stays in the same place. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·155·...
Those with priority ·1· will be executed first and so on. CNC 8070 • The offset (height) on the perpendicular axis permits executing each layer in the desired Z coordinate (or that of the relevant perpendicular axis).
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When generating the DXF file from the drawing program, select a 4-decimal resolution is the CNC units are millimeters or 5 decimals if the measuring units at the CNC are inches. A greater resolution increases the size of the DXF file unnecessarily because the CNC ignores CNC 8070 the excess of resolution. : 1505)
To return to editing the program, press "End". The softkey menu of the program editor shows the "insert profile" softkey to insert the defined profile into the program. The block for the defined profile is inserted after the block where the cursor is. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·158·...
Canned cycles have a specific manual both for milling and turning. Refer to the documentation included in the CD-Rom that comes with the product for further detail. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·159·...
When the drawing is selected with the focus, the cube may be rotated using the [][][][] keys or using the wheel of the mouse. CNC 8070 Parameters to define the inclined plane. : 1505)
Corner chamfering and rounding. Tangential entry and exit. Square, semi-rounded or rounded corner. Description of the screen of the geometric-help editor. CNC 8070 Help graphics. Short explanation on how to program the geometric help. : 1505) Parameters to define the inclined plane.
• If the cursor is inside a profile or ProGTL3 macro, the window shows the profile defined between G841-G842, and G840 or the line selected with the cursor. If the cursor is not in a profile that begins with G841-G842 or with #PROFILE BEGIN, the window shows the entire previous geometry. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·162·...
O pe r a tin g m a nu al Graphics window This window is used to show a graphic representation of the program being simulated and take measurements over the drawing. The CNC has different types of graphics. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·163·...
Set the condition to end the execution or the manual block search. Active subroutines. Toggle between the display of program blocks and the display of information related to the status of the subroutines, canned cycles, repetition blocks and loops. Find text. Find text CNC 8070 : 1505) ·164·...
Go to line. CNC 8070 In this area of the dialog box, the CNC requests the line number to go to. Key in the desired number and press [ENTER], the cursor will then go to that line.
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Once that block is simulated, another block may be simulated by selecting it with the cursor and pressing [START] again and so on. The blocks may be selected with the [] [] keys. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·166·...
#EXBLK $RPT Number of current loop and total number of loops. $FOR Number of current loop and total number of loops. $WHILE Number of current loop. Number of current loop. Text "IF". $SWITCH Text "SWITCH". CNC 8070 : 1505) ·167·...
"M" functions executed and the number of tool changes made. Machining time for each tool. It shows a list of the tools used in the program indicating the machining time for each tool and the total positioning time. "G" functions active during simulation. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·168·...
If not selected, the execution time estimate will be done from the first block of the program to the execution of one of the end-of-program functions "M02" or "M30". Select the desired simulation options. From the vertical softkey menu, start calculating the execution time estimate. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·169·...
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Keyboard shortcuts. These options will not be available when a menu for editing data or selecting items is active at the editor. Keys. Meaning. CNC 8070 [] [] [] [] Move the graphics. [+] [–] Enlarge or reduce the display area.
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"9.6 End the session at the editor." on page 183. Undo Undo the last operation. Save and continue Save the profile and continue editing. Using this key does not require that the profile be completed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·172·...
Softkey for adding straight and curved sections to the profile. "9.2.4 Enlarge a profile." on page 178. Import profile Softkey for importing a profile in DXF format. "9.2.5 Import a profile from a DXF file." on page 179. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·174·...
1 Radius and Polar angle of the section's starting point. r2, 2 Radius and Polar angle of the section's end point. CNC 8070 Angle Angle of the profile with the abscissa axis. Tangency Tangency with the previous section of the profile.
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Undo the last operation. This softkey may be used to "undo" the last operation made. Save and continue. To save the profile and continue editing. Using this key does not require that the profile be completed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·176·...
1 Radius and Polar angle of the profile's starting point. rc, c Radius and Polar angle of the profile's center point. Radius Radius of the arc. CNC 8070 Direction Direction of the profile; clockwise or counterclockwise. : 1505) ·177·...
The softkey menu may be used to select one of the profiles of the editor and continue building it by adding straight and curved sections. After selecting the profile, press the [ENTER] key CNC 8070 to enter in editing mode where the softkey menu will show the options to define straight and curved sections.
CNC units are millimeters or 5 decimals if the measuring units at the CNC are inches. A greater resolution increases the size of the DXF file unnecessarily because the CNC ignores the excess of resolution. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·179·...
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• Associate a subroutine to circles. If a valid subroutine has been selected, the dxf converter identifies the circles and converts them into a block with the indicated CNC 8070 subroutine number and the position of the center of the circle. If no valid subroutine has been selected, the dxf converter converts the circles to segments with G2/G3.
Corner definition This softkey may be used to include rounding, chamfers, tangential entries or exits in the CNC 8070 defined profile. When selecting this option, the softkey menu shows the type of corners that can be inserted.
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ISO coded line to be added has been entered, confirm the command by pressing the [ENTER] key. When the profile is part of a conversational canned cycle, the CNC ignores the feedrate (F) programmed in the additional ISO lines. The CNC uses the feedrates set in the canned cycle. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·182·...
CNC will issue the relevant message. Do not save profile Do not insert the profile in the program and it exit the profile editor. Continue Do not insert the profile in the program and continue editing the profile. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·183·...
Center X = 160 Radius = 20 Tangency = Yes Center Y = 80 • The CNC shows the options for section 5. Select the correct one. CNC 8070 Counterclockwise arc Center X = 100 Radius = 150 Tangency = Yes •...
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Assign radius = 5 Rounding Select point "B" Assign radius = 5 End of editing Select the "END" option and save the profile. The CNC quits the profile editor and inserts the profile in the part-program. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·186·...
Assign radius = 5 Tangential exit Select the corner "7-8" Assign radius = 5 End of editing Select the "END" option and save the profile. The CNC quits the profile editor and inserts the profile in the part-program. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·188·...
Key. Meaning. Select a new point of view. CNC 8070 Assumes the new point of view selected. ENTER Cancels the selected point point of view. This area only appears during simulation and shows the "G" functions active in the simulation.
Display either the real or the theoretical tool path. "+Error" Display the real path, but enlarging the error with respect to the theoretical path. Pressing this softkey also activates the one corresponding to the real path. "Speed" Change the simulation speed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·190·...
XY, XZ, YZ and to the 3D view. "Solid 3D" Graphics This type of graphics displays a three-dimensional graph of the machining of the part. Starting out with a 3D block which is "machined" as the program is executed or simulated. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·191·...
(Xmin, Xmax, Ymin, Ymax, Zmin, Zmax). Zoom "Edit" It is used to manually edit the zoom values. It is edited in the dialog area of the graphic window that shows the dimensions of the zoom frame CNC 8070 : 1505) ·192·...
Point of view "Edit" It is used to manually edit the orientation of the axes of the graphics. It is edited in the dialog area of the graphic window that shows the current orientation of the axes. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·193·...
This option is used to select the cursor to be moved (same as using the [+] key). Measurement "Edit" This option is used to manually edit the position of the cursors. It is edited in the dialog area of the graphic window that shows the position of both cursors. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·194·...
Key. Meaning. To move the cursor through the data. To open and close the color palettes. ENTER To move the cursor through the colors of the palette. To cancel the selected colors. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·195·...
• The title of the graphics that will appear next to it in the print. • The name of the file where the graphics will be stored when printing out to a file. After filling out the data, press [ENTER] to accept them or [ESC] to cancel them. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·196·...
This option is only available when simulating the program; not when exeucting it. Speed "Edit" It is used to select the new simulation speed. It is selected using the graduated ruler that indicates the active simulation speed. Key. Meaning. To move the ruler cursor. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·197·...
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Information related to the feedrate "F" of the axes: "F real" Real (actual) feedrate of the axes. "F prog" Programmed feedrate. Information related to the spindle speed "S". "S real" Real (actual) spindle speed. "S prog" Programmed speed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·199·...
Softkey. Function. Select the type of view. Configure the graphics (number of windows, colors, etc.). Actions. Delete the graphic. Define the parts and the size of the graphic. Measure the part. Views. Simulation speed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·200·...
To rotate the part of the active view, move the mouse while holding its left button or use the following keys [[][][][]. Zoom the graphic. To zoom in or out on the active view, turn the mouse wheel or use the [+][-] keys. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·201·...
If several channels are working on the same part, all of them can show the same part. View the first part. The menu shows a softkey per available part. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·202·...
If there is a section defined in X100, it will cut all the parts that have that coordinate in their dimensions. CNC 8070 The definition of the sections is global for all the defined windows, but each window may have different sections active.
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This softkey is used to configure the colors for the part and for the tool paths. This configuration is global for all the windows. Path colors. CNC 8070 This option is used to assign colors to the following tool paths. • Rapid traverse (G0).
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LastPiece.stl into the folder ../Users/Grafdata, and it recovers it after the new configuration. The machine configuration files supplied by Fagor consist of a single file, the xca. These files cover CNC 8070 most configurations; therefore, new xca will have to be generated when the machine has some special requirement that affects graphics.
Print configuration. This softkey may be used to set the printing properties. When selecting this option, the CNC CNC 8070 shows a dialog box where the following may be defined: • The title of the graphics that will appear next to it in the print.
Channel used to define the origins and the dimensions. The box will show the axes of CNC 8070 the selected channel. Channels the part is associated with, to display it. Since several channels may work on a part, in order to be able to keep displaying the machining of that part when changing channels, it is necessary to define which channels are working on that part.
This option may be used to change the simulation speed, same as from the graphics configuration menu. After activating this option, the CNC shows a cursor for setting the simulation speed. To move the cursor, use the mouses or the [SHIFT][] or [SHIFT][] keys. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·208·...
Shows the work plane appearing in the display area and an illustration representing the size of the graph and the portion of the graphic area selected with the zoom. This area only appears during simulation and shows the "G" functions active in the simulation. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·209·...
Display either the real or the theoretical tool path. "+Error" Display the real path, but enlarging the error with respect to the theoretical path. Pressing this softkey also activates the one corresponding to the real path. "Speed" Change the simulation speed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·210·...
XZ, XC or ZC. "Solid 3D" Graphics This type of graphics displays a three-dimensional graph of the machining of the part. Starting out with a solid block which is "machined" as the program is executed or simulated. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·211·...
This option displays up to two zooms defined earlier. After the second one, it shows again the one defined last. Zoom "Edit" It is used to manually edit the zoom values. It is edited in the dialog area of the graphic window that shows the dimensions of the zoom frame CNC 8070 : 1505) ·212·...
This option is used to select the cursor to be moved (same as using the [+] key). Measurement "Edit" This option is used to manually edit the position of the cursors. It is edited in the dialog area of the graphic window that shows the position of both cursors. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·213·...
Key. Meaning. To move the cursor through the data. To open and close the color palettes. ENTER To move the cursor through the colors of the palette. To cancel the selected colors. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·214·...
• The title of the graphics that will appear next to it in the print. • The name of the file where the graphics will be stored when printing out to a file. After filling out the data, press [ENTER] to accept them or [ESC] to cancel them. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·215·...
This option is only available when simulating the program; not when exeucting it. Speed "Edit" It is used to select the new simulation speed. It is selected using the graduated ruler that indicates the active simulation speed. Key. Meaning. To move the ruler cursor. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·216·...
Information related to the feedrate "F" of the axes: "F real" Real (actual) feedrate of the axes. "F prog" Programmed feedrate. Information related to the spindle speed "S". "S real" Real (actual) spindle speed. "S prog" Programmed speed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·217·...
Softkey. Function. Select the type of view. Configure the graphics (number of windows, colors, etc.). Actions. Delete the graphic. Define the parts and the size of the graphic. Measure the part. Views. Simulation speed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·218·...
To rotate the part of the active view, move the mouse while holding its left button or use the following keys [[][][][]. Zoom the graphic. To zoom in or out on the active view, turn the mouse wheel or use the [+][-] keys. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·219·...
If several channels are working on the same part, all of them can show the same part. View the first part. The menu shows a softkey per available part. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·220·...
If there is a section defined in X100, it will cut all the parts that have that coordinate in their dimensions. CNC 8070 The definition of the sections is global for all the defined windows, but each window may have different sections active.
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The selected values remain until the CNC is turned off. • Background color. CNC 8070 • Color of the machining operations carried out with the first five tools used on the graphic. Here only the colors are defined, to display them, the "view tool colors" option must be active in the properties of the view.
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LastPiece.stl into the folder ../Users/Grafdata, and it recovers it after the new configuration. The machine configuration files supplied by Fagor consist of a single file, the xca. These files cover most configurations; therefore, new xca will have to be generated when the machine has some special requirement that affects graphics.
Print configuration. This softkey may be used to set the printing properties. When selecting this option, the CNC CNC 8070 shows a dialog box where the following may be defined: • The title of the graphics that will appear next to it in the print.
Channel used to define the origins and the dimensions. The box will show the axes of CNC 8070 the selected channel. Channels the part is associated with, to display it. Since several channels may work on a part, in order to be able to keep displaying the machining of that part when changing channels, it is necessary to define which channels are working on that part.
This option may be used to change the simulation speed, same as from the graphics configuration menu. After activating this option, the CNC shows a cursor for setting the simulation speed. To move the cursor, use the mouses or the [SHIFT][] or [SHIFT][] keys. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·226·...
Delete all. Delete all the blocks from the block history. Save. Save the block history as an independent program. Move up the block selected with the cursor. Move down the block selected with the cursor. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·228·...
The [RESET] key cancels the execution of the block and resets the CNC to its initial conditions. Block execution. Changing the feedrate. When setting a new feedrate in the MDI/MDA mode, it will become the new feedrate for the jog and automatic modes. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·229·...
Write the program name in the bottom window. To replace an existing program, select it from the list. Press [ENTER] to save the program or [ESC] to return to the MDI mode without saving the program. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·230·...
Save the values of the table into a file. Restore the values of the table previously saved into a file. Print the table in the pre-determined printer or save it as a file (prn format) at the CNC. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·232·...
(if active) or to the machine zero (if the clamp zero is not active). To apply an absolute zero offset, it must be activated via program using the relevant function. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·233·...
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CNC assumes as new zero offset the sum of both parts. Machine axes and display units (millimeters, inches or degrees). Zero offsets (coarse part). Zero offsets (fine part). Zero offset value in each axes of the channel. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·234·...
CNC assumes as new clamp zero the point set by the selected offset referred to machine reference zero (home). To apply a clamp offset it must be activated from the program using the relevant variable. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·235·...
Parameter value. Parameter describing comment (only in the common-parameters table). CNC 8070 The comment field offers the possibility to associate a short description with the parameter. This field is for information only; it is not used by the CNC. The comments are saved in the file UCPComments.txt and it is possible to have one file per language.
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The parameter values may be set directly in the table or from the PLC or via part-program. In this case, the table values are updated after carrying out the operations indicated in the block being executed. The parameter values may be displayed either in decimal notation (6475.873) or scientific (0.654E-3). CNC 8070 : 1505) ·237·...
Press [INS] to load calculated value into the field and close the calculator. Pressing [ENTER] instead of [INS] calculates the value without inserting it into the field and it allows going on with other operations. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·238·...
Select the folder containing the file. Select the file from the list or write its name in the bottom window. Press [ENTER] to recall the data from the file or [ESC] to return to the table without recalling the data. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·239·...
After defining the search options, press [ENTER] to do the search or [ESC] to cancel it. Pressing [ENTER] positions the cursor in the first field that matches the search parameters. Pressing this FIND icon again will allow repeating the search or defining a new one. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·240·...
• Table for the status of the tool change process. • Tool magazine tables. In order to load a tool in the magazine or in the spindle, that tool must have been previously defined in the corresponding table of the CNC. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·241·...
See "16.1.3 Save and load the tables" on page 244. Save the tables Saves the data of all the tables. Recall the tables It restores the data previously saved for all the tables. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·242·...
• The beginning point of the search, namely either from the beginning of the table or from the cursor position. Key. Meaning. Move the cursor. It selects an option from a group. Start the search. ENTER Cancel the search and close the dialog box. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·243·...
It may be used to restore the data, in ASCII format, of the tables from the files. The tables may be loaded one by one or all of them simultaneously. In either case, the action is carried CNC 8070 out from the vertical softkey menu using one of the following icons.
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Finally, load the active-tools table. When loading the tables of magazines, it is unsure that the current tool positions will be compatible with the active tools. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·245·...
This softkey starts printing. When pressing this icon, the CNC will show a dialog box requesting the print destination for the table (printer or file). After selecting the target, press [ENTER] to start printing. Press [ESC] to cancel the selection. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·246·...
The table shows the list of tools with most common data. This table can only be used to set some tool data. Unlike the full mode, the simple mode does not allow adding or removing tools or offsets from the table. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·247·...
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Ground tools are also defined in the tool table, but they are not associated with any magazine position. Ground tool loading and unloading is global to the system; it is not associated with any particular magazine or channel. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·248·...
"16.1.3 Save and load the tables" on page 244. Recall the table data previously saved in a file. Bear in mind that loading the tool table CNC 8070 initializes the magazine tables and the active-tools table. See "16.1.3 Save and load the tables"...
Scroll list up and down line by line. Move the cursor page by page through the list. Move the cursor to the beginning or end of the list. HOME Access the data of the selected tool. ENTER CNC 8070 : 1505) ·250·...
When entering an existing tool number, the CNC displays the data for that tool. CNC 8070 Tool name Name identifying the tool. This data can also be defined on the tool list. The tool name may be up to 32-characters long.
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The data related to the geometry may be accessed with the following hotkeys: Hotkey Access Length, length wear and edge length. Radius, radius wear, nose (tip) radius and nose (tip) radius wear. CNC 8070 Penetration angle Offsets on each axis. Offset selection : 1505) The geometry data is associated with the tool offset.
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Surface milling (A)Surface milling endmill. Tapping (A)Cutter. (B)Tap. Measuring probe CNC 8070 Others To define the tools that do are not suitable for the proposed operations. Axis orientation in turning. : 1505) It is defined with an icon that is only displayed when defining a turning (lathe) tool.
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"R" - Tool radius This data is only shown on tools that are not for turning. The dimensions of the turning tools are defined with the offsets. Tool length. CNC 8070 Tool radius. Cutting length. : 1505) ·254·...
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"RpW" - Tool tip radius wear Tool tip radius wear. The CNC adds the wear value to the nominal tool tip radius to calculate CNC 8070 the actual (real) tool tip radius (Rp + RpW). In the tool table, it is possible to define whether the wear value being entered must be incremental or absolute.
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Using incremental wear, the value entered by the user will be added (or subtracted if it is negative) to the absolute value of the wear. After pressing [ENTER] to accept the new value, the wear field will show the resulting absolute value. Initial wear Incremental wear Total wear CNC 8070 -0.2 -0.8 -0.2 -1.2 : 1505)
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Machining time (in minutes) or number of operations that the tool may carry out. Real (actual) life Machining time or number of operation the tool has carried out. The CNC updates this value when the tool is being used. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·257·...
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Data 1 / Data 2 These data show, in numerical format, the information selected by the manufacturer. Data 3 / Data 4 These data show, in binary format, the information selected by the manufacturer. CNC 8070 Comment Comment associated with the tool. : 1505)
• Select the data to be shown in the tool table. To show or hide a data, activate or cancel its check box. • Define whether the wear is entered either with an incremental or with an absolute value. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·259·...
Tool offset number. Magazine it belongs to. icon Type of tool offset. Name Tool name. Length. Length wear. Radius. Radius wear. Tip radius. Rp W Tool tip radius wear. Cutting length. Entry angle. icon Turning direction. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·260·...
Magazine it belongs to. icon Type of tool offset. icon Location code (shape). icon Tool-holder orientation. Name Tool name. Cutter angle. Cutter width. Cutting angle of the cutter. Cutting length. Tip radius. Rp W Tool tip radius wear. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·261·...
The table allows editing all the fields except the following. These fields may be modified at the full tool table. • Tool number. • Tool offset number. • Magazine it belongs to. • Type of tool offset. • Location code (shape). • Tool-holder orientation. • Turning direction. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·262·...
Activate/deactivate the selection box. SPACE Open/close pop-up menus. Move the cursor within a data. Select the line before or after the comment. CNC 8070 Move the cursor to the beginning or end of the comment line. HOME : 1505) ·263·...
It is also possible to change the tool of the spindle. See "16.6.2 Changing the tool of the spindle" on page 265. The tool data cannot be edited on this screen. The data shown here is defined in the tool table. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·264·...
Press the [CYCLE START] key to load the tool automatically or the [ENTER] key to update the positions list after a manual tool change. The tool list will show that the tool is in the spindle. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·265·...
• The "status" LED informs on whether the magazine is in an error state or not. To eliminate the error condition, press the reset softkey in the magazine table. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·266·...
The right panel is informative only; it cannot be selected. This panel shows information about the magazine status, about the tools in the tool changer arm and about the tool selected on the list. Optionally, it may show information on the type and configuration of the magazine. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·267·...
Initialize the magazine data. The CNC will request confirmation of the command. It initializes all the magazine positions assigning T1 to position 1, T2 to position 2 and CNC 8070 so on. The tools must exist and must not be in another magazine.
If the tool life monitoring is active, shows the remaining life, either in machining time or in the number of operations to be carried out or the tool status (rejected or worn out). Tool family Family the tool belongs to, defined by the user in the tool table. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·269·...
(in execution or at rest) and the status of the change process (whether it is in error or not). Tool information CNC 8070 It shows the data related to the magazine of the tool selected from the list. The "status" led informs about the tool status.
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This area shows which are the tools that occupy each claw (holder) of the changer. It shows the number and size of each tool. Magazine data Description of the type of magazine. To show and hide this information, press the information softkey. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·271·...
Press the [CYCLE START] key to load the tool automatically by means of the spindle or the [ENTER] key to update the positions list after loading manually. CNC 8070 • Automatic loading (pressing [START]). The CNC loads into the magazine a tool previously defined in the table.
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CNC. Select a magazine position from the list and delete the number of the tool it occupies it. Press [ENTER] to update the positions list. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·273·...
Define the tool number in the positions of the tool changer arm. When using a two-holder changer arm, there may not be tools in the spindle and in the second holder of the changer arm at the same time. Press [ENTER] to update the table. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·274·...
If a unit or folder has been selected, pressing the "=" will display the properties window. Depending on the size of the folder, the CNC may show a progress bar while it calculates its size. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·275·...
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The [ENTER] key opens the file selected on the list. • *.exe files: The CNC executes the file. • Unformatted text files: The CNC opens the file with Notepad. • Rest of files: The CNC opens the file with its associated program. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·276·...
-H- indicating that the program will be hidden (not visible). This attribute allows protecting the files so they are not displayed when selecting a program to be edited or executed. CNC 8070 However, a hidden program may be deleted if its name is known; therefore, it is recommended to remove the modifiable attribute (M) in order to avoid deleting it.
It closes the folder tree (layout) and it only shows the devices accessible from the CNC. Show hidden files When this option is selected, the file list shows all the files of the selected folder even those having the "hidden" attributes. Otherwise, these files will not be shown. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·278·...
After defining the search options, place the cursor on one of the lower buttons to accept or cancel the defined search and press [ENTER]. The file window will show the list of the programs found. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·280·...
• When starting the CNC application and the unit is powered up in setup mode. • Do a restore of the CNC data. Customizing CNC 8070 It is requested when entering the FGUIM application. When entering the wrong password, it will not be possible to access the application.
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It is requested to start the unit up in administrator mode. The access to the administrator mode is enabled with the validation code. If you don't have this software option, you will not be able to access the administrator mode. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·282·...
• Tools and tool magazines. Backup/restore of tool and tool magazine tables. The backup saves the data in the BACKUP_OEM_MZTOOLS.zip file. CNC 8070 • Servo parameters. Backup/restore of drive machine parameters. The backup saves the data in the BACKUP_OEM_DRIVEMP.zip file.
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O p er atin g m an ual User data. • Programs. Backup/restore of user programs, pockets, profiles, etc. The backup saves the data in the BACKUP_USER_PRG.zip file. This backup includes the following folders. ..\Users\Prg ..\Users\Pocket ..\Users\Profile ..\Users\CycleData CNC 8070 : 1505) ·284·...
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A file encrypted in a CNC may be executed in another CNC if the OEM passwords of the two CNC's are the same. In the case of a PLC program, there is no need to encrypt the source file because compiling it is enough. The source file may be deleted. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·285·...
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It shows the PLC status, running or stopped. CNC messages. Select the PLC services. CNC 8070 This operating mode may be displayed with several screens. Each of them corresponds to a PLC service. The exchange between the different services is carried out with the list of services.
This softkey only appears with the "Outputs" or "Cross references" service. Mnemonic language or contact language. This softkey toggles the display between the mnemonic language and the contact language (ladder diagram). This softkey only appears in the "Programs" service when monitoring a program. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·288·...
When selecting a file, the softkey menu shows the options to manage that file. Among these options, it is possible to edit and monitor the file. These options will show the editing and monitoring screens. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·289·...
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Press [ENTER] to accept the selection and add the file or [ESC] to cancel the selection and close the file listing. When accepting the selection, the selected file will appear on the list that make up the PLC project. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·290·...
Files of the PLC project "Move down" When the PLC project contains several files, this softkey may be used to move the selected file down. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·291·...
Line number and area for editing the program. A program edited in contact (ladder) language will contain numbered blocks representing the various elements. Status bar. CNC 8070 In a program edited in C language or mnemonic language, the bar shows information about the cursor position and the status of the editor options.
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Softkey menu When accessing the PLC program editor, the horizontal softkey menu will show all the options associated with editing a file depending on the editing language. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·293·...
Redo the selected text. [CTRL]+[G] Save the program/Recover the original program. [CTRL]+[+] Zoom in. [CTRL]+[–] Zoom out. [CTRL]+[HOME] Move the cursor to the beginning of the program. [CTRL]+[END] Move the program to the end of the program. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·294·...
This softkey may be used to "undo" the last modifications made. The modifications are undone one by one starting from the most recent one. The CNC offers the following keyboard shortcuts to undo and redo the operations. [CTRL]+[Z] Undo the last change. [CTRL]+[Y] Redo the selected text. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·295·...
Define the file name at the bottom window. To replace an existing file, select it from the list. Press [ENTER] to save the program or [ESC] to cancel the selection and close the program listing. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·296·...
• "Replace all" option, to replace the text throughout the whole program. • "Find next" option, to skip this text and keep on searching. • "Find previous" option, to look for the text without replacing it. To end the search, press [ESC]. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·297·...
This option may be used to customize the color of the elements that make up the program. After defining the new look, press [ENTER] to accept the changes or [ESC] to ignore them. In large programs (more than 200 kB), the editor cancels the syntax coloring. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·298·...
It edits the element on which the cursor is located. If the cursor is on the left column, it will show the dialog for editing the block comment. [] [] [] [] It moves the cursor in all 4 directions. [SHIFT][] [SHIFT][] It changes the selection. [SHIFT][] [SHIFT][] CNC 8070 : 1505) ·299·...
(NOT a OR NOT b) NOT (a OR b) (NOT a AND NOT b) File "Export file" This softkey exports to a file the translation into mnemonic language of the program that is now being edited. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·300·...
DEF MARCA M100 Edit "Cut" Cut the selected contact or block. CNC 8070 Edit "Copy" Copy the selected contacts or blocks. Edit "Paste" Paste the contacts or blocks that have been previously cut or copied. It pastes them in parallel : 1505) with the selection.
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M100 AND M101 = CNCRD(A.POS.X, R100, M100) Edit "Parallel" This softkey adds a consultation_contact in parallel to the contact selected with the cursor. M100 M101 CNCRD CNC 8070 A.POS.X M102 M100 R200 (M100 AND M101) OR M102 = CNCRD(A.POS.X, R100, M100) : 1505) ·302·...
Place a mark or remove the mark of the block where the cursor is located. Marks "Next mark" Place the cursor on the next marked block. Marks "Previous mark" Place the cursor on the previous marked block. CNC 8070 Marks "Remove all" Remove all the marks. : 1505) ·303·...
After defining the new look, use the cursor to select one of the buttons here below to accept or ignore the changes made and press [ENTER]. The dialog box may also be closed directly without accepting the changes by pressing [ESC]. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·304·...
In a program edited in contact (ladder) language, it is the zone that shows the comments of a contact and other messages. In the "Monitoring" service, it is not possible to change the names or comments associated with the contacts. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·305·...
As the text is being searched, the cursor will position on the match found. To end the search, press [ESC]. Monitoring "Customize" It is used to personalize certain functions of the monitoring window. When selecting this option, the CNC shows a dialog box with the options available for customizing. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·306·...
Marks "Remove all" Remove all the marks. Find CNC 8070 This softkey is used to find a text or a block by its number. Find "Find" When selecting this option, the CNC shows a dialog box requesting the block number or the text to look for.
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When selecting this option, the CNC displays a dialog box showing the elements that may be set. Activate This softkey is used to turn monitoring on or off. The program is not monitored until the "Activate" option is pressed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·308·...
PLC program is running. Commands "PE module" This softkey is used to execute the periodic module (PE) once. The CNC does not execute this option when the PLC program is running. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·309·...
The screen of this service looks like this: Title bar. It shows the type of information displayed in the window (information about the compilation, file analysis or a search). Requested information. It shows the requested information. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·310·...
This softkey shows the result of searching text in the programs making up the PLC project. After selecting an element from the list, it is possible to go to its line by pressing the relevant icon. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·311·...
When selecting the logic analyzer, the horizontal softkey menu offers all the options associated with this service. The set of options offered by this menu may be changed using the "+" softkey which offers a new set of options. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·312·...
The operator may use this parameter to assign the timeframe to each vertical division. The size of these divisions, therefore the resolution of these signals will be determined by this CNC 8070 time base. Consequently, the smaller the time base, the greater the signal resolution.
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Trace status This element cannot be edited, it automatically reflects the status of the trace. The possible messages are: • Empty. • Beginning. • Executing. • Stopping. • Full. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·314·...
This option is used to reset all the analyzer data eliminating the defined variables or expressions as well as the trigger condition and trigger type. The traces are also deleted because there are no variables to be analyzed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·315·...
Customize the appearance of the logic analyzer It is used to customize the looks of the different elements of the logic analyzer. When selecting this option, the CNC shows a dialog box with the options available for customizing. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·316·...
When selecting this service, the horizontal softkey menu will show all the options associated with resource monitoring. The set of options offered by this menu may be changed using the "+" softkey which offers a new set of options. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·317·...
Status of the Countdown input (CDW). Status of the preset input (CPR). Status output. Value of the internal count of the counter. The inputs and outputs that are high will be indicated with a green symbol. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·318·...
To remove a resource or user symbol from a table, select that element and press [SUP]. Key. Meaning. Select a table. Move the cursor. Move the cursor page by page. CNC 8070 Move the cursor to the beginning / end of the table. HOME Delete the selected resource from the table. : 1505) ·319·...
This softkey decreases the size of the active window (where the cursor is) by removing a row from it. Data input This softkey selects the data entry area. Clear all Delete all the resources from the tables. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·320·...
The resource is used as a consultation. The resource is used as an action. For the timers. Timer trigger. Status consultation. Enable input. Reset input. For the counters. Status consultation. Counter preset. Enable input. Count-up input. Countdown input. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·321·...
(printer or file). When printing to a file, it is possible to select the name and location of the file. After selecting the destination, press [ENTER] to print the table or [ESC] to cancel it. CNC 8070 : 1505)
• Module execution frequency. PLC file table. This table shows the following data (from left to right): • Files making up the PLC project. • Size of each file. • File type. • Date last modified. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·323·...
"C:\Cnc8070\Users\Reports\". When selecting this option, the CNC will show a dialog box requesting the print destination (printer or file). After selecting the destination, press [ENTER] to print it or [ESC] to cancel it. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·324·...
When editing messages, this field does not appear because PLC messages do not activate the emergency signal. Text of the message or error displayed for the user. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·325·...
Print the message and error table out to a printer connected to the CNC or as a file (*.PRN format) at the CNC. Define a new message in the table. Define a new error in the table. Select the file for additional information. Delete the selected message or error from the table. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·326·...
• The file for additional information may be entered directly or may be selected with the "Associate file" softkey. Press [ENTER] every time a data is edited to accept the new value or [ESC] to cancel it. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·327·...
Stop the video and move to the next 5 frames or to the previous 5 frames. Stop the video and move to the end or to the beginning. HOME Stop the video. SPACE CNC 8070 Play the video. ENTER : 1505) ·328·...
Stop the video and move to the next 5 frames or to the previous 5 frames. Stop the video and move to the end or to the beginning. HOME Stop the video. SPACE Play the video. ENTER CNC 8070 : 1505) ·329·...
<file>#<id>. The <file> field will be the path and the name of the file. The <id> field will be the code that identifies the help text inside the file. For example, the "associated file" will be defined as follows. C:\CNC8070\MTB\PLC\LANG\OEM.txt#27 CNC 8070 : 1505) ·330·...
"C:\Cnc8070\Users\Reports\". When selecting this option, the CNC will show a dialog box requesting the print destination (printer or file). After selecting the destination, press [ENTER] to print it or [ESC] to cancel it. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·331·...
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Use the axis machine parameters to determine whether leadscrew error compensation CNC 8070 will be applied or not and define the data of the corresponding table. Validate the table data. This operation is a must after defining the parameters of the tables and every time any of the data is modified.
Export the cross compensation and leadscrew error compensation tables out to an ASCII file. The files will have the extension mp. Import the cross compensation and leadscrew error compensation tables that were previously saved in a file. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·334·...
To access the data associated with the parameter, select the parameter with the cursor and press [ENTER]. To return to the previous parameter table, press [ESC]. To obtain further information about the data appearing in the table, refer to the chapter on machine parameters of the installation manual. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·335·...
"19.3.1 Data editing and validation" in this chapter shows how to edit the parameters of the tables. To obtain further information about the data appearing in the table, refer to the chapter on machine parameters of the installation manual. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·336·...
To obtain further information about the data appearing in the table, refer to the chapter on machine parameters of the installation manual. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·337·...
The "MAX OFFSET" column will always be a positive value and the offset set by the user will be a value between "- MAX OFFSET" and "+ MAX OFFSET". If he sets a maximum offset of zero, the user will not be able to set any offset. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·338·...
The values of the simulation table can only be read or modified through their variable. To obtain further information about the data appearing in the table, refer to the chapter on machine parameters of the installation manual. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·339·...
CNC. To validate the data, press the VALIDATE softkey. To validate certain parameters, restart the CNC. These parameters will be identified with the following symbol next to their name: Restarting the CNC required. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·340·...
Select the folder containing the file. Select the file from the list or write its name in the bottom window. Press [ENTER] to recall the data from the file or [ESC] to return to the table without recalling the data. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·341·...
After defining the search options, press [ENTER] to do the search or [ESC] to cancel it. Pressing [ENTER] positions the cursor in the first field that matches the search parameters. Pressing this FIND icon again will allow repeating the search or defining a new one. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·342·...
-10,0000 -0,0023 0,0000 -0,0007 10,0000 0,0043 CNC 8070 20,0000 0,0036 When using bi-directional compensation, a new column must be inserted in the table with the amount of error to be compensated when moving in the negative direction. : 1505) ·343·...
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The circularity (roundness) test CNC 8070 This tool helps improve and adjust the axis reversal peak, an effect that appears when the axes reverse their moving direction. With this utility, a circle may be executed with the axes and graphically show the result.
Sercos drive. The oscilloscope is an assistance tool that only shows the response of the system to the various settings (adjustments); it is up to the technician to choose the best adjustment. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·346·...
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10% of the total number of programmed samples will be taken before the Trigger and the remaining 90% after that instant. CNC 8070 The Trigger condition is evaluated after gathering the indicated % of samples. If the position is defined as 50% and the Trigger condition takes place after taking 10% of the samples, it is ignored until capturing 50% of the samples.
To set the capture in continuous mode, change the "mode" option of the configuration screen. Softkey "Unfreeze capture". Unfreeze the display. Vertical softkey menu. Depending on which data has the focus, the vertical softkeys show different options. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·348·...
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Moves the window to the left or to the right. Zone 4. Focus on the "parameter name" field. CNC 8070 As with variables, by selecting the various parameters, it is possible to change their names and values.
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It resets the parameter to its default value. It validates the value given to the parameter. Using the "Config" softkey, a screen may be accessed where it is possible to define the list of parameters to be displayed. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·350·...
This way, when the focus is on the value of a variable on the main screen, pressing the vertical softkey "V+" will increase the parameter value in the amount set on the configuration screen. By default, the increase/decrease value of a parameter is initialized to 1. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·351·...
The possible data are fixed one of them must be selected. Use the [] [] keys to see the possible values. For this type of values that are icons, the [SPACE] key has the same effect as the [] key. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·352·...
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When modifying any parameter of the previous table, the change is effective immediately without having to reset or restart the unit even when there is a program in execution. CNC 8070 The drive parameters modified with this method are functional immediately, but these values will be lost when the drive is turned off.
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Pressing the "Reset" softkey of the configuration screen deletes or initializes the current configuration. There are neither variables nor parameters selected and the rest of conditions (colors, trigger, etc.) assume the values assigned by default. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·355·...
The Bode diagram is an assistance tool that only shows the response of the system to the various settings (adjustments); it is up to the technician to choose the best adjustment. The Bode diagram requires a drive version V6.11 or newer. The Bode diagram is not available with the ACSD drives. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·356·...
Machine parameters to be set. With the oscilloscope, it is possible to change the value of up to 22 machine parameters to check their effect during the adjusting process. Some of this data may also be defined at the configuration screen. See "20.2.4 Configuration screen" on page 363. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·357·...
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The following options appear in the "Views" menu. Softkey. Description. CNC 8070 Enlarge screen. With this option, it is possible to enlarge the graphics window to the left, using the area that shows the data of the graphs to be displayed.
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It increases or decreases the time scale or frequency scale. CNC 8070 Zone 3. Focus on the "WIN", "C1" and "C2" field. Cursors "C1" and "C2" may be used to analyze each signal of the last data capture. These two cursors may be used to obtain the position in milliseconds or Hertz of each signal and the time difference between them """.
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It increases the value of the parameter in the amount indicated on the configuration screen. It decreases the value of the parameter in the amount indicated on the configuration screen. It resets the parameter to its default value. It validates the value given to the parameter. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·360·...
Beginning of next block DECJERK MPA.DECJERK.[set].axis Beginning of next block SERVOOFF MPA.SERVOOFF.[set].axis Immediate BAKTIME MPA.BAKTIME.[set].axis Immediate If the machine parameters are protected, when accessing any of them, the CNC will display a window requesting a password. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·361·...
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The drive parameters modified with this method are functional immediately, but these values will be lost when the drive is turned off. Use the "Save to flash" option to maintain the modified values of those machine parameters. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·362·...
Closed position loop. Position command / position feedback. CUR_OL Open current loop. VEL_OL Open velocity loop. POS_OL Open position loop. TF_CURCOM_MOTSPE Transfer function. Current command / motor speed. CNC 8070 TF_MOTSPE_LOASPE Transfer function. Motor speed / load speed. : 1505) ·363·...
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• "FEEDRATE (F/S)" Moving speed. It changes the axis moving direction, positive or negative. • "INITIAL POSITION" CNC 8070 Position where each capture begins. • "PRBS AMPLITUDE" Amplitude of the excitation signal. It changes the units of the amplitude of the excitation signal.
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There are neither variables nor parameters selected and the rest of conditions assume the values assigned by default. • Activate/Cancel reference capture. It may be used to activate or cancel the configuration of the reference Bode. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·365·...
The circularity (roundness) test diagram is an assistance tool that only shows the response of the system to the various settings (adjustments); it is up to the technician to choose the best adjustment. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·366·...
• Number of divisions on both sides of the theoretical circle. • Scale or value in microns of each division. • Error margin. Percentage of the area that is occupied by the error margin (divisions area). CNC 8070 : 1505) ·367·...
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For each parameter, it shows its value on each axis of the work plane. To see the whole list of parameters that may be defined, see section "20.3.9 Machine parameters that may be modified". CNC 8070 : 1505) ·368·...
However, these changes are maintained only during the current session of the CNC; i.e. until the unit is turned off. On power-up, it assumes the values stored in the tables. • Softkey "Initialize". It resets the window data to its default values. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·369·...
To enter or modify a data, it must be selected; i.e. it must have the editing focus on it. To select a data, use the [][] keys. [][] The data are accepted with the [ENTER] key. Before accepting a data, it is checked out and if the data is not correct, it is not accepted. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·370·...
Number of divisions Scale: 10 microns/division Error margin: 50 % Bear in mind that the softkey Initialize initializes all the data of the window, including the values of the machine parameters. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·371·...
"GOTO" command. The movement is stopped with the [STOP] key of the operator panel. %testcirc_V1 G1 G5 X0 Y0 F1000 N10: G2 X0 Y0 I10 J0 $GOTO N10 CNC 8070 : 1505) ·372·...
Delete the graphic representation Use the "Clear" softkey to delete the graph. This softkey deletes the graph and the data shown over it. It may be pressed at any time, even while it is being drawn. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·373·...
BAKTIME Duration of the additional velocity command pulse When using Fagor Sercos drives, the drive parameters may also be adjusted. In a Mechatrolink bus, access to variables and parameters of the device is only available for the Mlink-II mode with 32 bytes. The circularity test can access the parameters of the device using its identifier (hexadecimal number between P0000 and PFFFF).
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Pressing the "Initialize" softkey sets the values assigned to the parameters as "default values" in the tables, not those set by the manufacturer. Bear in mind that the Initialize softkey initializes al the data of the window. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·375·...
By default, the configuration is saved in the folder "C:\CNC8070 \MTB \DATA" or in the last folder selected by the user. Load the configuration Press the "Load" softkey to load a previously saved configuration. Select the folder and the file name and press [ENTER]. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·376·...
Beginning of the next block LACC2 mm(inch)/s² or degrees/s² Beginning of the next block LFEED mm(inch) or degrees Beginning of the next block MANACFGAIN Immediate MANFFGAIN Immediate MAXVOLT Immediate PROGAIN 1000/min Immediate SERVOOFF Immediate CNC 8070 : 1505) ·377·...
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[NEXT] key, if it has been set accordingly. The services are switched in a rotary manner, in such a way that when pressing on the last active service, it CNC 8070 shows the first one. To close a screen, press [ESC].
The command line may be used to execute the command of the drive (only Sercos), consult variables, read and write parameters, obtain information on the status of the device and insert variables in the monitoring window (only Mechatrolink). CNC 8070 : 1505) ·380·...
Restore the data of all the drives. CNC 8070 In a Sercos bus, this softkey restores the parameters and variables of all the drives from the files saved in the CNC. The process of restoring the parameters includes sending the command to save the parameters to flash.
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Update the descriptor of the parameters and variables (only Sercos). Softkey. Function. Update the descriptor of the parameters and variables. In a Sercos bus, this softkey updates file that describes the parameters and variables of the drive. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·382·...
This level gives full access to all the variables, parameters and commands of the system. The Fagor level gives access to a group of parameters depending on the drive's electronics and they factory set. Only technicians from Fagor Automation are granted a FAGOR access level.
• Parameter identifier (hexadecimal number between P0000 and PFFFF). The symbol appearing next to the identifier indicates how the parameter assumes the new value. CNC 8070 The parameter may be modified at any time and it assumes the new value immediately.
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In a Sercos bus, this softkey saves in the CNC the parameters and variables of the drive. In a Mechatrolink bus, this softkey saves in the CNC the parameters of the servo. CNC 8070 Restore the parameters from the CNC. In a Sercos bus, this softkey restores the parameters and variables of the drive from the file saved in the CNC.
Then, press the "Send" softkey to send the list to the drive. To make the error disabling effective, execute the command DC1 (reset errors) from the command bar. Disabling the errors requires an OEM or FAGOR access level. See "21.3 Drives accessing level (only Sercos)."...
End monitoring. Edit the list of variables to monitor. CNC 8070 The variables to be monitored are defined from the command line; edit the name of the variable and press the [INS] key. For Sercos, the softkey "Add" can also be used, it shows a window for selecting the variables or parameters to monitor.
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Use the softkeys of the horizontal menu to start and stop the monitoring of variables. While monitoring, the window shows the following symbols next to each variable to indicate its status. Channel occupied. Channel occupied by DRV variables or timeout. Reading error. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·388·...
Status of the inputs and outputs of a Sercos drive. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·389·...
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(analog and digital). Those digital outputs that have not been associated with any parameter or variable may be forced to become active or inactive using the button on the left of their led. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·390·...
Duty Cycle Percentage of the wave at 1/0 (only on squarewaves). The internal command generator is turned on and off using the lower buttons. It turns the command generator on. It turns the command generator off. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·391·...
• Execute commands of the drive. The drop list offers the following commands. To execute one of them, select it from the list and press [ENTER]. CNC 8070 Operations with a Mechatrolink device. • Consult variables. Edit the name of the variable and press [ENTER].
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Warning or error code reported by the device. MIOMON Status of the device inputs and outputs. • Insert variables in the monitoring window Access the monitoring service, edit the name of the variable and press [ENTER]. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·393·...
To communicate with the servos, the DDSSetup uses the parameter description defined in the file SigmaII.dsc (in the folder C:\...\Fagor\Drive). The DDSSetup only shows the groups and parameters defined in this file. Here is a description of the file format so a user can change it to adapt it to his devices.
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Application=Offline; The parameter may be modified at any time and it assumes the new value after turning the device off and back on. Optional field; if not defined, value "Online". CNC 8070 : 1505) ·395·...
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Hardware diagnosis: Information about the elements connected to the CNC through the Can bus, Sercos (drives, input/output cards, etc.) and Mechatrolink (servos and inverters). Diagnosis of the selected element. CNC 8070 CNC messages. : 1505) ·397·...
Description. Generate the reportfagor.zip file with all the relevant information for proper error diagnosis and, if necessary, the end user can send it to Fagor Automation. View the history of errors and warnings issued by the CNC. Access particular utilities of the operative system and other applications.
O pe r a tin g m a nu al 22.2 Configuration diagnosis 22.2.1 System diagnosis When selecting this configuration element, the diagnosis window shows the list of the system elements and their values. System elements. Element values. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·399·...
When selecting this element of the configuration, the diagnosis window shows the software options currently installed. It also shows the horizontal softkey "Validation code" for entering the resulting validation code according to the hardware ID of the unit and the desired options. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·400·...
• Software version, boot and checksum of the code. • Node status. • Resources of each module. The symbol next to the node indicates its status and its possible association. Active. Active, but in error. Inactive. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·401·...
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Status of the device I/O (only servos). Command. Command active at the drive and status of its execution. Subcommand. Subcommand active at the drive and status of its execution. Communication errors. Information on the communication errors of the device. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·402·...
Information on the last operation carried out by the service channel Field. Meaning. Processed Sercos ID. Element Processed data (Name, Units, min/max Value, Status, Value, Attributes). CNC 8070 Process Operation carried out (Read, Write). Command status In processes with commands, it indicates its status. Error code Operation error code (0 = OK).
In order for the CAN configuration file not to be eliminated when turning the unit off, it must be started up in setup mode and then save the CAN configuration. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·404·...
Generate the warranty registration report. The CNC can generate a template so the end user can send to Fagor the documentation with the serial numbers of all the elements in order to obtain the corresponding warranty. This template, one printed out, contains the fields that the user must fill out and then send it to Fagor Automation.
The softkey menu offers the possibility to generate the reportfagor.zip file with all the relevant information for proper error diagnosis and, if necessary, the end user can send it to Fagor Automation. After pressing this softkey, the CNC creates the reportfagor.zip file and saves it in the "C:\Cnc8070\Diagnosis"...
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This softkey may be used to access particular utilities of the operating system (date and time, Task Manager, etc.) and applications of the CNC itself. The utilities and applications that may be accessed with this softkey are preset by the OEM (file C:\...\MTB\MMC\Config\Apps.ini). CNC 8070 : 1505) ·407·...
Use the test message to confirm that the configuration is correct and that the message reaches its destination. Enable the email sending service. The application is minimized automatically. When one of the selected events occurs, the application will send the corresponding notification. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·408·...
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(8060) C:\FAGORCNC\Fagor\Release (8065) C:\CNC8070\Fagor\Release Application for configuring and enabling the email sending service. FAemailsender.config C:\Program Files\Fagor Automation\FagorApps Text file containing the configuration of the application. FAfilters.config C:\Program Files\Fagor Automation\FagorApps Text file containing the configuration of the filters applicable to the messages, errors and warnings.
• As mail server, it is possible to use one of the predefined external servers (requires Internet connection) or the internal server of the company by entering its name. CNC 8070 • When using the company mail server, the SMTP port, the SSL protocol being used and the authentication protocol depend on the configuration of the network.
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If the application is active, pressing this icon will minimize it. If the application is not active, it asks whether to close the application or not; selecting "No" will minimize it on the task bar. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·411·...
If the user wants to access remote resources (servers external to the local network), he must configure the network properties of the CNC in a matching the configuration of the local network where the unit is installed. In Diagnosis mode, expand the softkey Apps > Apps > Network Settings. CNC 8070 : 1505) ·412·...
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