Milling A Rectangular Pocket; Machining A Fit (Mdi Mode Of Operation); Figure 35: Example Workpiece - Machining A Fit - HEIDENHAIN POSITIP 8000 Operating Instructions Manual

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9.6.2

Milling a rectangular pocket

9.7

Machining a fit (MDI mode of operation)

Machine the fit in MDI mode of operation. The values to be entered into the input
fields can be taken directly from the dimensioned production drawing.
Figure 35: Example workpiece – machining a fit
Activation
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Quick Start | Machining a rectangular pocket (MDI mode of operation)
The values for spindle speed, milling depth and feed rate depend on the
end mill's metal-removal rate and the machine tool.
On the machine tool, insert the Ø 12 mm end mill into the
spindle
On the product, set the spindle speed to a suitable value
If the product or the machine tool has NC-controlled axes, tap
or press the NC START key
Start the machining process—follow the instructions of the
wizard
The product executes the individual steps of the milling
operation
Tap Close
Program run is terminated
The wizard closes
You have successfully machined the rectangular pocket
You should chamfer the through hole before reaming. The chamfer
enables a better first cut of the reamer and prevents burr formation.
Tap MDI in the main menu
The user interface for MDI mode is displayed
HEIDENHAIN | POSITIP 8000 | Operating Instructions Milling | 03/2020