Examples - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Function Manual

Rotary Axes (R2)

13.6 Examples

13.6 Examples
Fork head, inclined-axis head
Rotary axes are frequently used on 5-axis milling machines to swivel the tool axis or rotate
the workpiece. These machines can position the tip of a tool on any point on the workpiece
and take up any position on the tool axis. Various milling heads are required, depending on
the application. The figure shows a fork head and an inclined-axis head as example rotary-
axis arrangements.
Figure 13-7
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Fork head, inclined-axis head
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