3-Axis And 4-Axis Transformation - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Function Manual

2.1.2

3-axis and 4-axis transformation

Function
The 3- and 4-Axis transformations are distinguished by the following characteristics:
Transformation
3-axis Transformation
4-Axis transformation
Both types of transformation belong to the orientation transformations. Orientation of the tool
must be programmed explicitly. The orientation of the tool is executed in a plane perpendicular
to the rotary axis.
Figure 2-1 Schematic diagram of 3-axis transformation
Special functions
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Features
2 linear axes
1 rotary axis
3 linear axes
1 rotary axis
F2: Multi-axis transformations
2.1 Brief description
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