S1: Spindles
16.2 Operating modes
16.2
Operating modes
16.2.1
Overview
Spindle modes
The spindle can have the following modes:
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Control mode
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Oscillation mode
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Positioning mode
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Synchronous mode, synchronous spindle
References:
Function Manual, Extension Functions, Synchronous Spindle (S3)
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Rigid tapping
References:
Programming Manual, Fundamentals; Chapter: Motion commands
Axis mode
The spindle can be switched from spindle mode to axis mode (rotary axis) if the same motor is used for spindle
and axis operation.
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Basic Functions