Siemens SINUMERIK 840D Operating Manual page 86

Setting up the machine
2.6 Measuring the workpiece zero
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Note
Settable work offsets
The labeling of the softkeys for the adjustable work offsets varies, i.e. the selectable work
offsets configured at the machine are displayed (examples: G54...G57, G54...G505,
G54...G599).
Please refer to the machine manufacturer's specifications.
Automatic measurement
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9. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to measure and store measuring points P2, P3
and P4.
10. Press the "Calculate" softkey.
The length, width, and center point of the rectangular pocket or
diameter and center point of the hole are calculated and displayed.
- OR -
Press the "Set WO" softkey.
The setpoint position of the center point is stored as a new zero point
with "Set WO". The tool radius is automatically included in the
calculation.
1. Select the "Measure workpiece zero" function (see steps 1 and 2
above).
2. Press the "Rectangular pocket" softkey.
- OR -
Press the "1 hole" softkey.
- OR -
Press the "2 holes" softkey.
- OR -
Press the "3 holes" softkey.
- OR -
Press the "4 holes" softkey.
Operating Manual, 03/2010, 6FC5398-7CP20-1BA0
Milling