Defining Cutting Planes - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

5.8.5

Defining cutting planes

In the 3D view, you have the option of "cutting" the workpiece and therefore displaying
certain views in order to show hidden contours.
Precondition
The simulation or the simultaneous recording is started.
Procedure
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Press one of the cursor keys to move the frame up, down, left or right.
4. Press the "Accept" softkey to accept the section.
1. Press the "Details" softkey.
2. Press the "Cut" softkey.
The workpiece is displayed in the cut state.
3. Press the corresponding softkey to shift the cutting plane in the required
direction.
5.8 Modifying and adapting the simulation graphics
Simulating machining
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