Siemens SINUMERIK 828D Operating Manual page 110

Working in manual mode
4.2 Selecting a tool and spindle
Parameter Meaning
T Input of the tool (name or location number)
You can select a tool from the tool list using the "Select tool" softkey.
D Cutting edge number of the tool (1 - 9)
ST Sister tool (1 - 99 for replacement tool strategy)
Spindle Spindle selection, identification with spindle number
Spindle M function
Other M functions Input of machine functions
Refer to the machine manufacturer's table for the correlation between the meaning
and number of the function.
Work offset G Selection of the work offset (basic reference, G54 - 57)
You can select work offsets from the tool list of settable work offsets via the "Work
offset" softkey.
Dimension unit Selecting the measurement unit
The setting made here has an effect on the programming.
Machining plane Selection of the machining plane (G17(XY), G18 (ZX), G19 (YZ))
Gear stage Specification of the gear stage (auto, I - V)
Stop position Entering the spindle position
Note
Spindle positioning
You can use this function to position the spindle at a specific angle, e.g. during a tool
change.
• A stationary spindle is positioned via the shortest possible route.
• A rotating spindle is positioned as it continues to turn in the same direction.
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Spindle off: Spindle is stopped
CCW rotation: Spindle rotates counterclockwise
CW rotation: Spindle rotates clockwise
Spindle positioning: Spindle is moved to the desired position.
Operating Manual, 01/2015, 6FC5398-8CP40-5BA2
Unit
inch
mm
Degrees
Turning