Tool Management (Software Option) - HEIDENHAIN iTNC 530 User Manual

Tool management (software option)

Tool management is a machine-dependent function,
which can be partly or completely deactivated. The
machine tool builder defines the exact range of functions,
so refer to your machine manual.
With the tool management, your machine tool builder can provide
many functions with regard to tool handling. Examples:
Easily readable and, if you desired, adaptable representation of the
tool data in fillable forms
Any description of the individual tool data in the new table view
Mixed representation of data from the tool table and the pocket
table
Fast sorting of all tool data by mouse
Use of graphic aids, e.g. color coding of tool or magazine status
Program-specific list of all available tools
Program-specific usage sequence of all tools
Copying and pasting of all tool data pertaining to a tool
Calling tool management
The tool management call can differ as described below;
refer to your machine manual!
U Select the tool table: Press the TOOL TABLE soft key
U Scroll through the soft-key row
U Select the TOOL MANAGEMENT soft key: The TNC
goes into the new table view (see figure at right)
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