Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual page 94

Setting up the machine
2.6 Measuring the workpiece zero
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Note
Settable work offsets
The labeling of the softkeys for the adjustable work offsets varies, i.e. the selectable work
offsets configured at the machine are displayed (examples: G54...G57, G54...G505,
G54...G599).
Please refer to the machine manufacturer's specifications.
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Press the "Select WO" softkey to select an adjustable work offset.
In the window "Work offset – G54 ... G599", select a work offset, in
which the zero point should be saved and press the "In manual" softkey.
You return to the measurement window.
6. Specify the position setpoints (X0/Y0) of the pocket center point or hole
center point.
7. Traverse the tool to the first/next measuring point if you are measuring
manually.
8. Press the "Save P1" softkey.
The point is measured and stored.
9. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to measure and store measuring points P2, P3
and P4.
10. Press the "Calculate" softkey.
The length, width, and center point of the rectangular pocket or diameter
and center point of the hole are calculated and displayed.
- OR -
Press the "Set WO" softkey.
The setpoint position of the center point is stored as a new zero point
with "Set WO". The tool radius is automatically included in the
calculation.
Operating Manual, 09/2011, 6FC5398-7CP40-2BA0
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