Siemens SINUMERIK 840D Operating Manual page 92

Setting up the machine
2.6 Measuring the workpiece zero
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.
Automatic measurement
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7. Press the "Save P1" softkey.
The point is measured and stored.
8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 to measure and store measuring points P2, P3
and P4.
9. Press the "Calculate" softkey.
The diameter and center point of the spigot 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.
1. Select the "Measure workpiece zero" function (see steps 1 and 2
above).
2. Press the "Rectangular spigot" softkey.
- OR -
Press the "1 circular spigot" softkey.
- OR -
Press the "2 circular spigots" softkey.
- OR -
Press the "3 circular spigots" softkey.
- OR -
Operating Manual, 03/2010, 6FC5398-7CP20-1BA0
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